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Ethernet drops out, but wifi is fine. R6260
Router: R6260 Firmware Version: V1.1.0.88_1.0.1 PC OS: Duel boot (Windows 10 & Linux Arch) For a few years now using Ethernet has caused my network to crash. However the connection seems to wor...
FOUND MY SOLUTION. So I tested my connection and the router would at points cut out my Ethernet cable connection. The NIC port was the problem and is starting to go faulty and replacing it with a USB 3.0 to Ethernet fixed it.
What modem/gateway is the router connected to?
We have an Arris Surfboard SB8200. The modem replaced a few months ago with no difference. Couldn't remember what the last one was, but considering there's no difference than I don't think it's the modem.
So from what I tested recently and I could be mistaken, but it seems that the network isn't dying when my PC or PS4 is attached to the Ethernet cable. Just the PS4 and PC.
So I just discovered when my internet dies on my PC. I can't seem to access the router settings on my browser. Could the router be kicking me out somehow? The settings are factory with the only settings changed are the wireless passwords.
FOUND MY SOLUTION. So I tested my connection and the router would at points cut out my Ethernet cable connection. The NIC port was the problem and is starting to go faulty and replacing it with a USB 3.0 to Ethernet fixed it.
Glad you got it working. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
Enjoy. 📡
