Direct Link

Connect two MustardOS devices with supported wired network adapters and a cable, or with a USB-C data cable. Direct Link chooses private addresses automatically, finds the device at the other end, and leaves Wi-Fi available for other services.

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Visible Options

USB Cable

Links the two devices over a USB-C data cable. Enable it on both devices, then connect the charging port of one device to the other USB-C port of the second device. The second device powers the link and charges the first. Shown only on devices that support it, and USB Function is paused while it is enabled.

Status

Shows whether a supported adapter is present, the cable is connected, another device is being sought, or the pair is connected.

Connection

The wired network interface selected for Direct Link.

This Device

The private address chosen automatically for this device on the cable.

This Device ID

The hardware address of this device's network adapter.

Other Device

The private address of the MustardOS device at the other end of the cable.

Other Device ID

The hardware address of the adapter connected to the other device.

Quick Tips

  • Connect a supported wired network adapter to each device, join the adapters with a cable, and leave this screen open while they find one another.

  • For a USB-C cable, connect a charger to the charging port of the device that powers the link for longer sessions, as it supplies power to both devices.

  • Pickles Game Link can select Direct Link automatically when a paired device is available.