Redpark USB-C Ethernet Cable for iPad POS, Kiosk & Commercial Deployments

The Redpark C5-NET USB-C Ethernet Cable connects a USB-C iPad or iPhone directly to gigabit ethernet — no adapter, no dongle, no separate power brick. Just plug the USB-C end into your iPad and the RJ45 end into your network switch. Instantly recognized by iOS as a wired network connection available to any app.

Designed for commercial deployments where Wi-Fi reliability isn't good enough: retail POS counters, restaurant terminals, kiosk systems, self-checkout lanes, inventory stations, and any environment where a dropped connection means a failed transaction.

Built for Point of Sale & Commercial iPad Deployments

Wi-Fi works until it doesn't. In dense retail and hospitality environments — crowded stores, busy restaurant floors, high-traffic lobbies — Wi-Fi congestion is a constant threat to POS uptime. The C5-NET eliminates that risk entirely. One cable, wired gigabit, always on.

• 300+ Mbps real-world throughput — fast enough for payment processing, inventory sync, and real-time data
• Zero interference — immune to Wi-Fi channel congestion, Bluetooth interference, and RF noise
• Instant recognition — iOS sees it as an ethernet connection the moment it's plugged in
• No drivers or setup — configure via iOS Settings app, DHCP or Static IP
• Extend with any RJ45 coupler — attach standard Cat5e/Cat6 cable to reach any network drop

Point of Sale & Kiosk Use Cases

• Retail POS terminals — reliable wired connection for Square, Clover, Toast, Lightspeed, Shopify POS on iPad
• Restaurant & hospitality POS — host stand, bar, and server terminals with consistent wired uptime
• Self-checkout & unattended kiosks — 24/7 wired connectivity where Wi-Fi dropouts are unacceptable
• Inventory & warehouse management — real-time stock lookups and scanning on wired network
• Digital signage & queue displays — always-connected iPad displays on existing ethernet runs
• Mobile POS carts — lightweight, no-bulk cable for cart-based checkout systems
• Field sales & trade show terminals — connect to hardwired ethernet wherever Wi-Fi is congested or unavailable
• Healthcare check-in kiosks — HIPAA-compliant wired network for patient-facing iPad terminals

Why Choose Wired Ethernet for iPad POS?

Payment processing demands consistency. A single dropped connection means a failed transaction, a frustrated customer, and potential data integrity issues. Wired ethernet gives you:

• Sub-5ms latency — faster payment authorization and inventory response times
• Deterministic uptime — no reconnection delays, no DHCP timeouts mid-transaction
• Network segmentation — put POS devices on a dedicated VLAN for PCI DSS compliance
• IT-manageable — static IP assignment, network monitoring, and MAC address tracking all work natively
• No Wi-Fi infrastructure dependency — POS works even if the access point fails or is overloaded

Specifications

• Part #: C5-NET
• Connectors: USB-C (iPad/iPhone) → RJ45 (ethernet)
• Ethernet speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps — 300+ Mbps real-world throughput
• Cable type: USB 2 to Ethernet
• Cable length: 6 ft (1.8m)
• iOS requirement: iOS 16.5 or later
• Compatibility: All USB-C iPad and iPhone models — not compatible with Lightning
• Network config: iOS Settings app — DHCP and Static IP supported
• Extendable: Yes — use RJ45 coupler + Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A cable
• Warranty: 1 Year

POS App Compatibility

The C5-NET presents as a standard ethernet interface to iOS. It works with every major iOS POS platform:

• Square for Retail and Square for Restaurants
• Clover (via iOS app)
• Toast POS
• Lightspeed Retail and Restaurant
• Shopify POS
• Revel Systems
• NCR Silver / Aloha
• Any custom iOS app that uses standard networking APIs

Note: FaceTime, Messages, and Wi-Fi Calling do not support ethernet on iOS.

FAQ

Does this work with Square, Clover, or Toast?
Yes. iOS presents the C5-NET as a standard ethernet connection. All major POS apps use it automatically — no special configuration needed.

Can I use it without a power connection?
Yes. The cable is ethernet-only — it draws minimal power from the iPad (less than 1W). Your iPad battery will drain normally unless it's separately charged.

Can I extend the cable?
Yes — attach a standard RJ45 coupler to the cable's ethernet end, then connect any length of Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat6A cable to reach your network switch or wall jack.

What if I also need to charge the iPad?
Use the C6-NETPOE (adds PoE charging over ethernet) or the C6-NETUSBC (adds USB-C charger port). Both are available on our iPad PoE Adapter page.

Is this PCI DSS compatible?
The cable itself is a passive network interface — PCI DSS compliance is determined by your network architecture, not the adapter. Wired ethernet makes it easier to achieve PCI DSS segmentation via VLAN compared to Wi-Fi.

Does it work with Mac or Windows?
Primarily designed and tested for USB-C iPad and iPhone. Limited testing shows it also works with Mac and Windows PC.