# \#usb **URL:** https://forum.clockworkpi.com/tag/usb/36.md [Latest](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/tags.md) --- ## [Proof Of Concept code. PC mouse & keyboard relay to PicoCalc](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/proof-of-concept-code-pc-mouse-keyboard-relay-to-picocalc/23436)
**Author:** [@dzubin](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/dzubin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 7:58pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/proof-of-concept-code-pc-mouse-keyboard-relay-to-picocalc/23436 "2026-09-30T19:58:34Z")
I’ve written a small proof of concept function and demo code. One side runs on the PicoCalc and one side runs on your Windows PC and they are connected via USB. When you move your PC mouse or type on your PC keyboard,… --- ## [\[Solved\] uConsole CM4: built-in keyboard dead, garbage USB descriptors (\`5/.3/,%\`)](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/solved-uconsole-cm4-built-in-keyboard-dead-garbage-usb-descriptors-5-3/23074)
**Author:** [@Dmitry\_Weiner](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Dmitry_Weiner)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2026, 11:37am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/solved-uconsole-cm4-built-in-keyboard-dead-garbage-usb-descriptors-5-3/23074 "2026-08-02T11:37:56Z")
\[Solved\] uConsole CM4: built-in keyboard dead, garbage USB descriptors (5/.3/,%) — root cause + software fix TL;DR: If your uConsole keyboard doesn’t work and lsusb shows the keyboard with a garbled name like 5/.3/,% an… --- ## [CM5 + HackerGadget AIO Build: Keyboard/Trackball Issues & USB 3.0 Not Working on Rex Trixie Image](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/cm5-hackergadget-aio-build-keyboard-trackball-issues-usb-3-0-not-working-on-rex-trixie-image/22829)
**Author:** [@nimrodkadim](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/nimrodkadim)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2026, 7:59pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/cm5-hackergadget-aio-build-keyboard-trackball-issues-usb-3-0-not-working-on-rex-trixie-image/22829 "2026-07-10T19:59:18Z")
Hi everyone, I just got my uConsole setup put together! I’ve been reading through the extensive posts here, which were incredibly helpful for getting the system up and running. I managed to get the OS running smoothly f… --- ## [USB power only (no batteries)](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-power-only-no-batteries/18460)
**Author:** [@jcpunk](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/jcpunk)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2025, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-power-only-no-batteries/18460 "2025-07-07T16:06:35Z")
Is it possible to run the CM5 directly off a USB-C charging cable without any batteries? I’m looking into using it along with a Openterface KVM Ext board for a mobile crash cart. Since I’ll always have AC access, I’d r… --- ## [When I plug in an USB ethernet dongle the keyboard stops working](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/when-i-plug-in-an-usb-ethernet-dongle-the-keyboard-stops-working/13766)
**Author:** [@sschueller](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/sschueller)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 3:54pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/when-i-plug-in-an-usb-ethernet-dongle-the-keyboard-stops-working/13766 "2025-05-14T15:54:59Z")
Does anyone know why this happens? As soon as I plug in this dongle https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007039245974.html (USB3 type A, gigabit version) the keyboard will stop working, when I remove it the keyboard works… --- ## [\[extension\] 4 usb hub extension board](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/extension-4-usb-hub-extension-board/10519)
**Author:** [@argz](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/argz)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2025, 9:36am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/extension-4-usb-hub-extension-board/10519 "2025-03-31T09:36:58Z")
I have created a USB hub as extension board (as replacement of 4G modem). Currently only schematic is ready. One can install this board as replacement of 4G modem and have 4 additional USB ports. Repository link: http… --- ## [Free USB for UConsole](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/free-usb-for-uconsole/13071)
**Author:** [@Mykhailo\_Chuha](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Mykhailo_Chuha)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2025, 8:45pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/free-usb-for-uconsole/13071 "2025-03-04T20:45:03Z")
Thanks @Krim for an idea If you want to extend your UC almost for free, you can re-use pcb which comes with non LTE unit. There are 2 unused usb ports there, which requires some soldering One is easy accessible (2… --- ## [How to charge Gameshell that's missing its USB port?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-to-charge-gameshell-thats-missing-its-usb-port/6752)
**Author:** [@Nathan\_Lee](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Nathan_Lee)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 5:05pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-to-charge-gameshell-thats-missing-its-usb-port/6752 "2024-09-29T17:05:22Z")
Hi. A while ago, my Gameshell’s USB port came off. I knew I couldn’t fix it myself, so I asked the forum when the mainboard would be back in stock and if there was a way I could replace the USB port on my own. The full t… --- ## [Using keypad module with laptop?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/using-keypad-module-with-laptop/14112)
**Author:** [@knut](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/knut)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2024, 11:30pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/using-keypad-module-with-laptop/14112 "2024-08-14T23:30:59Z")
Hello, I’m interested in using the keypad module separately by usb with my laptop. I read anywhere on the website that it’s possible. I’m using Linux and tried getting the device by dmesg and an input mapper tool but … --- ## [Midi controller / USB / synth / speaker?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/midi-controller-usb-synth-speaker/1173)
**Author:** [@Michel\_Jones](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Michel_Jones)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2023, 7:40am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/midi-controller-usb-synth-speaker/1173 "2023-07-01T07:40:54Z")
Any luck anyone? Tried installing http://www.samplerbox.org/home Plugged the USB with a midi controller and scratching my head… --- ## [Will RPI-CM4 write to Adafruit EdgeBadge and other microcontrollers](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/will-rpi-cm4-write-to-adafruit-edgebadge-and-other-microcontrollers/8944)
**Author:** [@mashume](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/mashume)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 1:24pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/will-rpi-cm4-write-to-adafruit-edgebadge-and-other-microcontrollers/8944 "2023-05-27T13:24:50Z")
I am interested in using a DevTerm RPI-CM4 as my ‘workbench’ computer for uploading code to an Adafruit EdgeBadge and a few other microcontrollers. I have other hardware do do machine learning model training on, but the … --- ## [\[USB-ETH\] How to transfer files if you have unstable wifi](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-eth-how-to-transfer-files-if-you-have-unstable-wifi/958)
**Author:** [@Petrakis](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Petrakis)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2021, 8:29am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-eth-how-to-transfer-files-if-you-have-unstable-wifi/958 "2021-11-06T08:29:15Z")
Many of you have probably experienced that the wifi signal is weak specially if you have the router behind walls (compared to other devices, like smartphones). That in some cases makes it a pain to transfer files or dow… --- ## [Manually Transfer (Read/Write) files to Gameshell SD](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/manually-transfer-read-write-files-to-gameshell-sd/5281)
**Author:** [@GoBananas](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/GoBananas)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2020, 1:07am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/manually-transfer-read-write-files-to-gameshell-sd/5281 "2020-02-13T01:07:40Z")
Hi all, So as a result of my ongoing wi-fi problem (no networks showing), I was looking for a way to manually access my Gameshell files to back up game saves etc before wiping the SD card. I was able to view, copy and … --- ## [No internet when connected on USB](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/no-internet-when-connected-on-usb/3036)
**Author:** [@Dowdheur](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Dowdheur)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2019, 9:23am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/no-internet-when-connected-on-usb/3036 "2019-08-23T09:23:11Z")
I manage to connect on FTP or SSH with USB interface on 192.168.10.1 But I can’t access to internet. Can you help me please ? --- ## [How to setup CPI USB Ethernet](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-to-setup-cpi-usb-ethernet/599)
**Author:** [@hal](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/hal)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2019, 4:38pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-to-setup-cpi-usb-ethernet/599 "2019-06-05T16:38:16Z")
You may need to install the RNDIS driver on the windows side: https://github.com/clockworkpi/USB-Ethernet/raw/master/RNDIS%20driver%20for%20WIN.zip --- ## [Adding USB ports that also charge?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/adding-usb-ports-that-also-charge/3697)
**Author:** [@Zeronaut](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Zeronaut)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 10:39pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/adding-usb-ports-that-also-charge/3697 "2019-05-31T22:39:36Z")
I’ve seen a few of you add in a USB port (Type A for quicker/easier compatibility with USB devices), has anyone added one with the ability to charge your GameShell? My micro USB port is acting up and not connecting nor … --- ## [\[USB-ETH\] Connect GameShell to Linux PC!](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-eth-connect-gameshell-to-linux-pc/1643)
**Author:** [@Oet](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Oet)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2019, 12:10am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-eth-connect-gameshell-to-linux-pc/1643 "2019-01-29T00:10:56Z")
I try out a lot of stuff on the GameShell, so I flash the image over and over again. Setting up the Wi-Fi every time on the GameShell is a pain. So, I decided to ELIMINATE WI-FI ALTOGETHER! :smiley: This tutorial is … --- ## [USB Flash Drive](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-flash-drive/703)
**Author:** [@Scott\_Rusoff](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Scott_Rusoff)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2018, 10:08pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/usb-flash-drive/703 "2018-07-27T22:08:48Z")
Is it possible to connect a USB flash drive to the USB port via OTG