Use Lightning and USB Adapters for Wired Access
If your iPad has a Lightning connector, use Apple’s Lightning to USB-3 Camera Adapter. This adapter includes a Lightning port to plug into an electrical outlet to charge the iPad while you use it. It also houses a USB port, which means it can connect any compatible USB device to the iPad, such as wired keyboards and MIDI devices. Newer-generation iPads with USB-C ports require a USB-C to USB adapter. In either case, you’ll also need a USB to Ethernet adapter. This solution works best with Apple’s USB to Ethernet Adapter with model number MC704LL/A.
Use a USB Hub
If your USB to Ethernet adapter doesn’t work well with the Lightning to USB-3 adapter or you have a USB-C-connected iPad, consider a USB hub. Add this accessory alongside a USB adapter or instead of a USB to Ethernet adapter to connect to Ethernet while also using the various ports. If you want to keep your iPad charged and connected to Ethernet, look for a model with a power delivery port. If you experience any problems, restart the iPad and go through the steps again.
