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GF88
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Nov 17, 2025
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Only the GS308 series loses connection from the Wi-Fi router

  When I connect a Sony Wi-Fi router(NSD-G1000T) to Port 1 of a GS308 series switch, it receives an IP address from the DHCP server and functions as a switch for the first 3-5 seconds.  My PC con...
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    GF88
    Nov 18, 2025

    schumaku​ 

    >Ensure STP (RSTP) et all (like the Loop Prevention) are disabled, and try again.

    That (STP) setting (default: ON) was the cause of this issue!

    I didn't fully understand STP, so I couldn't fully utilize your comments.

    Thank you again for following up.

     

    I wanted VLAN functionality, but it seems I was buying a device beyond my level of knowledge. I need to learn more about the device I purchased (GS308T).

     

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