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CAX80 Multigig Port Behavior
Hi. So this forum is full of the issue in the subject line. After reading hours of comments and discussions I understand that this multi-gig port is essentially not stable, period. I'm a Senior Sy...
Alright so time for an update and with some great news! After downloading the latest Intel NIC driver installer package from Intel's website and and installing it, I'm happy to finally say this problem is 100% gone. I will note however, that with using the Amazon cable the problem comes back, but on my six year old cable the connection is rock solid. So, now I have to believe that the Amazon cable is either not compatible with my NIC or the router or both. I did Fluke test it and it's completely fine and rated at 10Gbps. I'm returning it to Amazon and have purchased a new 6A STP one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HEM61KA?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
More updates to come...
Firmware: 2.1.5.2
Attached is the pic of the 1000ft spool of CAT6E UTP 23AWG network cable I used to make my 109ft cable for home. Again, the network cable I made for home is nearly six years old and has been rock-solid. It's always provided 2.5gig speeds with the CAX80 and my gaming PC and still does. It's the network cable from Amazon (link in prior post) that brought about the problem with the port dropping while on this Amazon cable.
I will test the Amazon cable with the Fluke tester when I can get ahold of it at work later this week and post back the results.
Concerning your reply...how precisely did you first experience this problem?
That's UTP cabling. You'll need to test with CAT6A STP cabling.
UTP cabling can't stop some noise or interferences on the line when operating at higher speeds which can cause problems.
Do the other 1G LAN ports work ok?
Does the modem and router work ok otherwise?
Using UTP cabling. I had my MG connected to Orbi 8 and 9 series routers. Saw odd reboot behaviors with CAT6 UTP cabling. Switched to CAT6A STP cabling and haven't seen these reboot issues with any router I have connected.
Recommend a CAT6A STP network cable?
Yes it all works great other than this headache.
I get mine from Deep Surplus or MonoPrice.
What is the brand and model of the ethernet adapter in this gaming PC?
I use a Realtek branded 2.5Gb adapter in one of my PCs I've tested with the MG port.
The NIC is: Intel i225
Mother board is: Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER
https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z490-AORUS-MASTER-rev-1x/sp#sp
I will note that I've always used the latest LAN driver from Gigabyte's website.