topic Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue in Tablets

Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

pixelfr13096 — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 20:11:11 GMT

Hi! I have a Samsung galaxy tab a8 2022 which works completely fine but i tried using a usb c to ethernet adapter to connect to my lan port as in my college there are only lan ports available as source of internet and there's no Wi-Fi. I tried enabling and disabling USB debugging as well as default usb config to usb tethering and still i cannot access the ethernet option in my connections settings which is still grey.

My adapter is showing perfect connectivity and there is no cable or port damage.

What should I do in order to access ethernet connection?

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

realaud — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:56:21 GMT

Do you have auto blocker off in the security settings? If that is not turned off, it will prevent all actions via USB other than charging. I cannot believe that a college in this day and age does not have wi-fi throughout the campus.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

pixelfr13096 — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:59:04 GMT

Thank You @realaud for reaching out to me and auto blocker by default is off in my system and still i cant connect to ethernet via converter which works on all of my peers phones and tablets while i am stuck with relying on hotspot from other devices. And this is NIT Silchar from where I am writing this message to you. And in this college only LAN is available which is high speed around 200-1000mbps internet depending upon the cable type but there is no wifi and i dont want to waste another 10-15 dollars on a LAN to Wifi router. I don't know if this issue is regarding any hidden setting in my device or my device innately doesn't support ethernet. I am repeating again that ETHERNET option is still grey in my system even if I connect the device.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

Samsung_Moderator — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 20:27:34 GMT

Hi pixelfr13096,

We understand the need for internet connection being a student in school and would like to assist. Have you connected a USB-C to Ethernet adapter and a standard Ethernet cable? We recommend plugging the adapter into your tablet's USB-C port, then connect the Ethernet cable from your router or network switch to the adapter. Next, on your tablet, go to Settings > Connections > More connection settings and toggle the Ethernet option to on (this option will be greyed out until the tablet detects the connected cable(s)). The final option would be a service repair, and you can submit the request here- https://www.samsung.com/us/support/service/

Please keep us updated.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

pixelfr13096 — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:20:11 GMT

Sir I have tried everything available in the Samsung settings and developer options but i definitely think that its issue is related to inbuilt support for ethernet or its ethernet hardware chip is damaged. My device detects the adapter connected through usb c but it only charges the device but my ethernet option is still greyed out.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

realaud — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:40:49 GMT

Have you tried turning on the ethernet *after* you connect to the LAN port? The option may not be active until the connection is complete, not just that the adapter is plugged in - I do not know, as I never had the need to use it. It is possible the ethernet adapter you have is not completely compatible or is, itself, defective. Do you know anyone who will lend you theirs for testing purposes? If another adapter works, it would rule out any type of port damage or tablet issues. If it does not work, then you should do as the moderator suggested and arrange for evaluation and servicing.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

pixelfr13096 — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 15:26:37 GMT

The adapter works with every phone they had except for my A8 tab.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

realaud — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 15:33:05 GMT

It is possible, then that that particular adapter is not compatible with the tablet, although I see no reason why it shouldn't be. Try borrowing someone else's adapter to test.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

pixelfr13096 — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 19:51:46 GMT

I tried doing it with different adapters available at that time and I now believe that its basically my Tablet Issue . My tablet doesn't support ethernet out of the box but this information is not available anywhere I searched.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

realaud — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 23:37:40 GMT

I think you should put in an error report. I'm pretty sure ethernet is supported on all devices with an adapter.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

realaud — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:15:21 GMT

I just did a search and it seems the A8 does actually support ethernet with an adapter, but it needs a specific adapter: "The Galaxy Tab A8 uses a proprietary connector, so you will need a specific adapter for compatibility. " It looks like you will have to search for the specific adapter.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

pixelfr13096 — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:34:21 GMT

If its not much can you suggest me the specific adapter because I need it urgently my exams are nearing.

Re: Galaxy Tab A8 2022 lan to usb issue

realaud — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:10:23 GMT

This one says it works with the Tab A8. https://a.co/d/db3ZpyE

It does not have a lot of reviews, though.

This one says it works with the S8 https://a.co/d/6WEHJpX but I don't know if that translates to being compatible with the A8. However, people here swear by Anker products.

I cannot imagine why, if Samsung has a product that uses a proprietary adapter, they do not sell that adapter themselves (or at least recommend/link to compatible ones)

You *may* be able to use your current adapter by using an OTG adapter as an intermediary connector.