must it be wireless? Will this unit function via a USB connector to my computer?
1506040
Yes, it will function with a USB connector. Some have the USB outlet on the inside, some on the outside, but just read the manual. I have a friend with one exactly like yours (J425w) and hers is set up via USB. I have the J625dw, and mine is also set up via USB, although my outlet is on the inside of the machine. And they both work great!
1414371
No clue...honestly, I haven't used this item since purchasing it. I would assume as long as the computer recognizes the wireless dongle whatever port its plugged into, it should work. But why you wouldn't prioritize a more local USB port to a mouse and use this device for more external type devices doesn't make sense.
1496581
The one I bought is not wireless. Also, WiFi requires purchase of dongle or Ethernet cable.
1933451
It will need to be plugged in. The only wireless adapters I can think of are chromechast and the allshare dongle.
670127
There is an Ethernet connection socket on the back. It isn't wireless (it's a desktop unit). Having said that, I bought/installed a USB wireless network adapter on the 2 units bought due to difficulties in running cable.
1590268
Its not wireless...here is a usb wire to plug into the computer to charge it and an auxiliary cord to plug into your device
845630
Yes, it is wireless (comes with a USB dongle). Although its not a tiny one. It Sticks out about an inch.
1628955
I'm sorry I don't know......mine is however wireless...???? Would that make it work if it can work wireless?
200156
USB. As far as I know it doesn't work wirelessly. If it does I haven't discovered that option yet.
1238867
Yes via wireless or wired but your computer has to see it (connect) to set it up.
1404417
I bought a cheap usb hub and have used wired mouse and keyboard. Not sure if wireless works. I do know blue tooth mouse and keyboard work.
1715413
It is not wireless. Furthermore, the USB that connects to the computer is very short (maybe 2'). Get a USB extension if you want it to be far from your computer. Or you can suction it to your laptop and walk around with both.
1727327
I am going to say neither, because it is designed to only connect your network via wired or wireless. The unit has USB port to allow you to take normal usb devices such as drives and scanner and share them over your network. It isn't made to accept incoming wireless signal from a computer and grant access to the network.
468544
As long as the unit is powered, the Bluetooth will work. The computer doesn't provide any functionality for the Bluetooth, only power.
1514287
Wireless. But you should know. The unit failed twice in the first day and was returned.
1607364
I personally have it set up wireless through my router; but the instruction book states that you can use an USB-Ethernet adaptor and plug it into the USB port in the back of the unit. If you get it, hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
1724191
No. You have the option to use the USB cable directly or you can configure it for wireless. You can choose either option.