Question

Is there a way to connect a studiolive 16.4.2 to ethernet without using a laptop?

Answer 1

The classic StudioLive series mixers are not able to connect to be controlled over a network without connection to a computer. The classic StudioLive consoles need to be connected to a computer in order to have Universal Control capabilities unlike the StudioLive AI consoles.

Answer 2

Technically, you could connect to the network by using a Desktop or Tower stationary PC.

I guess the serious answer is No. you need a computer connected through FireWire since the control signals goes through the FireWire bus together with audio streams.