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having problem with the vpn connection my ip stays the same
hi, im having a few issues with the vpn. so first it does get connected(i followed all the instructions, downloaded the files etc) but firslty, assigned ip on the openvpn client stays blank, i tried ...
i actually found the problem it was none of those. i had this stupid software on my computer called realtek dragon that was limiting my ethernet to 10gbps.
What a fascinating problem. There appear to be three obvious components to consider:
- The Ethernet cable. Never hurts to "rule this out" by swapping in a different cable.
- The router port. Does the same speed problem exist on all four LAN ports?
(two 2.5G and two 1G?) - The Ethernet adapter. I have seen discussions reporting compatibility issues with specific 2.5G Ethernet adapters.
(which adapter is this? running on what platform? driver firmware?)
Is there a different Ethernet device that can be connected?
How do the router and the user device report the Ethernet connection?
Perhaps the Nighthawk web interface has something similar to the Orbi "Show Statistics" display which indicates the speed that the router has negotiated for each of the Ethernet ports? (WAN & LAN) Windows computers display similar information about the Ethernet adapter connection.
i actually found the problem it was none of those. i had this stupid software on my computer called realtek dragon that was limiting my ethernet to 10gbps.