Hey all, hope this is easy. I am running Workstation 9, and I've added a usb-ethernet converter to my host computer (Cisco). My host machine (Windows 7, 64-bit Pro, Dell M6600) identifies the usb-ethernet adaptor and I can use it locally. I've surfed the web and have added it to my local network with a static address had have used it to access my ESXi box. So I have confirmed functionality within my host environment.
For reference, details of the converter: ASIX AX88772 USB2.0 to Fast Ethernet Adapter
I also have an ExpressCard Ethernet adaptor that I've been using for the past 2 years with VMware Workstation, this works without issue. I can access it within the Virtual Network Editor and configure as I like. Makes me happy.
For unknown reasons to me, the Virtual Network Editor cannot find this USB adaptor as a selection (I typically use bridged connections and pick from my ExpressCard or Local Ethernet adaptor, I'd like the USB adaptor to be a 3rd option). Anyone have suggestions? Thanks!