Vero 4K+ ethernet port worn out

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Hi Forum,

unfortunately, I found out that the ethernet port on my Vero 4K+ is worn out, any ethernet cable does not connect properly because the plug is not locked anymore. I can play a little bit with the plug and establish a connection but this does not last for long.

I have opened the device and found out that the port is soldered directly to the corresponding IC and, due to the fact that I have not the necessary soldering device, I cannot replace the port easily.

Before I start to try to fix the problem by applying some hot glue to the plug, I like to hear other opinions. May be there is another, better solution to my problem.

Due to the fact that the Vero 4K+ has only USB 2 port, my best guess is that any USB to ethernet converter does not give the necessary gigabit ethernet speed.

Thank You for reading and providing input.

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Hi

You could try another cable. Break the clip off so it slides in but doesn’t click

Sam

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It gets enough speed for any content your likely to play. I use one with my Vero (non plus) and it lets me play larger rips that I can’t through the built in 10/100 adapter. The trick is finding one that is compatible as there isn’t a supported adapter list that I know exists. I managed to find mine by searching Amazon for ones that were not Realtek chipset based and which contained customer reviews that stated they had a plug and play experience with Linux. I would offer up the model of the unit I have but it is an Amazon Basics model that is no longer sold.

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Thank you for your input. I have tried different cables but I will first of all try out Sam’s suggestion. Also I think that I still have an USB 2 adapter that came with an Asus notebook.
I will be home in about three months. At the moment I enjoy traveling after two and a half years of Corona restrictions here in Thailand.

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Sorry to come that late back to my problem, I was travelling for 4,5 month.

I could solve my problem with a little hot glue which I applied to the ethernet plug and the outside of the Vero 4k+. That fixed the plug and holds it in stable position.

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I have tried out a HooToo USB 3 adapter with a AX88179_178A chipset. The USB hub was recognized immediately by OSMC and I could establish an ethernet connection with this device easily.

Maybe this helps other folks.

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Just in case anybody else has this problem Repair clip

Sorry, the link leads to a german source.

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Amazon UK