Cheap Ethernet Shields usable???

Using Arduino Networking, Protocols, and Devices
#1

Anyone had experience with the $10-$11 w5100 shields available online? Look like cheap knockoffs -- Do they work?

#2

That depends. Take a look at the pic on this post. Do you see the solder bridges on the w5100 IC? There should be no solder bridges.

I could not find a pic of that type card on Google Images without a solder bridge. :frowning:

#3

A0159072:
Do they work?

I have three, they all work fine, so I guess the answer is "yes".

#4