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Tama1970
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Mar 11, 2025

GS108

Why aren't the ethernet ports lighting up when I plug an ethernet cable in?
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 11, 2025

Be sure the connection end point is active and enabled.

Try a different LAN cable. CAT 6 UTP is recommended. 

Is the power LED on the switch ON? 

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