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kciociola
Feb 03, 2023Aspirant
When PC is off, ethernet ports on Orbi RBR50 don't work
I have a (1) Lenovo Windows PC (connected to ethernet via a docking station) and (2) ethernet hub connected to separate ports on the back of an Orbi RBR50. The third port is unused. Whenever the ...
KevinLiT
Feb 03, 2023NETGEAR Moderator
Hello kciociola,
Welcome to the NETGEAR Community!
I understand that you are using a dock for your Lenovo laptop. Please try removing your Orbi router from your network and attempting to connect directly to your ISP router's ethernet port. If this does not work then it could be the docking station or the ethernet cable that connects your laptop docking station to your Orbi's ethernet port.
Best,
Kevin
Community Team