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KyoshiFrostWolf
May 31, 2025Aspirant
Xbox Series X will not connect to CAX30 modem router (wired)
Just got a new modem router, the Netgear Nighthawk CAX30. Seems really cool, the wireless seems to be running fine. Main issue here is, the wired connection I have for my Series X isn't working at al...
plemans
May 31, 2025Guru - Experienced User
do any other devices have issues connecting wired?
did you try a different ethernet cable?
also, you might try checking the xbox forums as there's a ton of posts on google about "xbox series x wired not working"
One common fix it theme I've seen is: Settings > Network Settings > Advanced Settings > Alternate Mac Address > Clear it
KyoshiFrostWolf
May 31, 2025Aspirant
My laptop connects just fine with the same cable and same port. I tried the alternate mac address clear, didn't work. Also tried resetting my console, didn't work.