The W5100 Ethernet Shield is an add-on board for the Arduino Uno R3 microcontroller board. It allows for easy Internet connectivity and communication with other devices over a network.
This shield features the W5100 chip, a full-featured Ethernet controller that supports TCP/IP protocols, and a built-in microcontroller that handles the Ethernet communication, freeing up the Arduino's processing power. It also has an RJ-45 connector for connecting an Ethernet cable and uses the SPI interface to communicate with the Arduino board.
The shield is easy to use with the Arduino IDE and comes with an Ethernet library that provides a set of functions for network-related tasks such as connecting to a network, sending and receiving data, and more. The shield measures 68.6mm x 53.3mm x 19mm and is compatible with standard Arduino shields.
The W5100 Ethernet Shield allows for a wide range of network-based projects, from simple web servers to more complex projects that connect to the internet and communicate with other devices. It is a must-have for any Arduino enthusiast looking to add Ethernet connectivity to their projects.
- This Ethernet Shield which is based on the Wiznet W5100 Ethernet Chip
- Direct support by official Ethernet Library on Arduino
- Built in Micro-SD card slot which can be used to store files for serving over the network
- 100% Compatible with the for Duemilanove (168 or 328), Uno as well as Mega (1280/2560)
- The Wiznet W5100 provides a network (IP) stack capable of both TCP and UDP
- Use the Ethernet library to write sketches which connect to the internet using the shield
- This Ethernet Shield connects the UNO R3 or MEGA 2560
- Just plug this module onto your Arduino board & connect it to your network with an RJ45 cable
- Wiznet W5100 provides a network (IP) stack capable of both TCP and UDP
- Uses standard RJ45 Ethernet jack
- Can be used as server or client
- Size: 7cm x 5.4cm x 2.4cm - 2.76 inch x 2.12 inch x 0.94 inch
By adding this shield to your Arduino Uno R3 board, you'll be able to connect to a network and communicate with other devices over the Internet. The shield is easy to use and comes with a lot of features that allow you to create a wide range of network-based projects.