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robonuk
Jan 03, 2019Follower
Ethernet & PowerLine Issues
I'm having issues with my Ethernet Connectivity dropping out and loosing all capability to even talk to the router. As my router is downstairs I have an ethernet cable running from Port 1 of the Rout...
michaelkenward
Jan 04, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Your network seems to be atypical. The long run from the switch to the router isn't normal. Most of us plug the switch into the router over a short connection.I don't know if that makes much difference.
In my case, the powerline "feed" is connected to the switch, not to the router. Try that.
If the network still dies that rules out long cable runs.