Is it possible to connect 4G/5G routers for remote access? Using USB
My guess, possible. May exist in kernel now.
Linux and routers with USB have some modems in kernel and have been for decades.
If you have one then test it. Otherwise you have to examine kernel to see if there or see if you can add support.
Suspect you will have to add some support.
I haven't fully been able to play with this yet.
It's an old 4x kernel and basic BusyBox to handle most commands. I think gl posted build on GitHub maybe.
Think BusyBox is 1.27 or so but many features not enabled.
The USB Port has a limitation of 500mA. So It can't support the 4G USB dongle because of the current limit. I'm wondering Why you need a 4G/5G, Could pls tell me more about your use scenario ?
Hi Alex,
I am thinking a scenario that any other remote application like team viewer which is prohibited to be installed at the client’s machine, and certainly not able to plug into client’s corporate network as well. That will be useful for me if the first tier on site technicians are not able to resolve issue then it will need to be escalated to remote support.
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500mA is standard USB 2. I've used it for LTE modem.
Might be possible to use phone USB tethered.
You can take a try. at some position 500mA is not enough for LTE.
Thanks for your feedback,it's very useful for us.