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Xenocide47
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Provide Ethernet internet to a device from iPhone 17 hotspot

Howdy! I’m a gate operator field technician and am looking for a way to utilize my iPhone 17’s hotspot to provide internet over Ethernet to basic devices in the field. The exact situation I have is, I would like to plug in Ethernet to a 828LM MyQ access device, so that I can set it up before ever entering my client’s home. Any feedback is greatly appreciated!

Posted on Oct 30, 2026 3:12 PM

3 replies

Jeff Donald
User level: Level 9 (64,078 points)

Oct 30, 2026 4:26 PM in response to Xenocide47

Apple makes adapters, as do multiple other reliable manufacturers that connect to the USB-C port on your iPhone and provide an Ethernet port for you to connect other devices to. They are available on Amazon, Apple Store, Best Buy and many other retailers.

SravanKrA
User level: Level 10 (454,138 points)

Oct 31, 2026 12:06 AM in response to Xenocide47

When you enable Hotspot, you are given options option to WiFi / Bluetooth OR USB


You may choose any of these three (See the Pic below)



Following are the ways you can connect to a hotspot:


WiFi and Bluetooth Offer Wireless connections whereas USB is wired.




Wi-Fi

On the device that you want to connect to, go to Settings > Cellular > Personal Hotspot or Settings > Personal Hotspot and make sure that it's on. Then verify the Wi-Fi password and name of the phone. Stay on this screen until you’ve connected your other device to the Wi-Fi network.

On the device that you want to connect, go to Settings > Wi-Fi and look for your iPhone or iPad in the list. Then tap the Wi-Fi network to join. If asked, enter the password for your Personal Hotspot.


Bluetooth

To make sure that your iPhone or iPad is discoverable, go to Settings > Bluetooth and stay on that screen. Then on your Mac or PC, follow the manufacturer's directions to set up a Bluetooth network connection. Learn more about using Personal Hotspot with Bluetooth.

Personal Hotspot supports Bluetooth connections with Mac, PC, and other third-party devices. To connect to another iOS device, use Wi-Fi.


USB

Make sure that you have the latest version of iTunes on your Mac or PC. Then connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer with the USB cable that came with your device. If you see an alert that says tap "Trust This Computer?" tap Trust.

Learn more about connecting a device to your iPhone or iPad's Personal Hotspot.

SravanKrA
User level: Level 10 (454,138 points)

Oct 31, 2026 12:05 AM in response to Xenocide47

See if this helps: Honeywell High-Speed Type C to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, 10/100/1000 MBPS Network LAN speeds, Universally Compatible with All Type C MacBooks, laptops, PCs, Xbox, PS5, Tablets, etc.


You can also use a hub : Portronics Mport 51 5-in-1 Type C HUB/Docking Station with RJ 45 Ethernet Port, 5Gbps Data Transfer, HDMI Port, USB 3.0, PD Quick Charge, 4K Ultra HD Data Quality(Grey)


If iPhone USB doesn't appear in the list of network services, add iPhone USB using the steps to set up a network service. If iPhone USB appears in the list of network services:





Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256386143