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Only 40mbps internet speeds on GS308 switch when connected to 100mBps devices
Hi Community, I have been having this issue with my home connection that have few 100mpbs devices that I want to connect to the switch to offload strain on WiFi. Some of these are smart TVs and fir...
Thanks for the reply. I did use a different cable and the same cable when connected directly to my router gets be close to 100 mbps. So it’s not the issue with the cable. Further, I just have 4 devices on the router and even with only one I have the same issue.
You did not put down your router model but it sounds to me like your router port and the switch port that your router is connected to have not properly negotiated speed and/or duplex. But I'm having difficulty visualizing what you are plugging in to what, actually.
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