Hi,So I discovered that my TPlink TL-SG116 switch is causing my wired connection problems (Green Ethernet features), and I want to swap it for a switch that works well with my Orbi. Previous recommendations in these forums seem to be older models and the newer versions have Green Ethernet that can't be switched off.Can anyone help with a list of a few current model switches that definitely work (or let you turn off Green Ethernet). I don't need management or VLAN's or anything. In my location I can't just try them and return them, so I need to get one that definitly works with Orbi.thanks

What I've used:Netgear GS908ENetgear GS716v2TP-link TL-SG105And a couple of other tp-link 8 port switches, I'm not currently using (loaned out because I upgraded) I haven't had one I couldn't get working but most are pretty simple unmanaged switches.But I have read of people having issues with greens switches. I know at least one of the tp-link's i've used was green and worked. Seems to be a bit hit/miss.

D-LINK DGS-1024A has been working for me.

I find the situation confusing. On Netgear's web page describing ethernet backhaul, the only required criterion is that the switch have gigabit ports:https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System There is no mention of "green" (pro or con).Aggie88states that the D-Link DGS-1024A works, but that switch is clearly "green":https://www.dlink.com/en/products/dgs-1024a-24-port-unmanaged-gigabit-switch There was a very long (and compliated) post describing how to use a single ethernet cable for both WAN and LAN traffic by using a pair of Netgear GS108E-v3 managed switches with VLANs. Satellites were connected over ethernet. Although the main focus of the problem was getting the VLAN and DHCP business correct, I cannot help but ovserve that thes GS108E is both "managed" and "green" (802.11az)https://community.netgear.com/t5/Smart-Plus-and-Smart-Pro-Managed/Disabling-automatic-subnet-reconfig/m-p/2031354#M110164 https://www.netgear.com/images/datasheet/switches/Gigabit_Ethernet_Smart_Managed_Plus_Switches_DS.pdf So we have at least two examples of Orbi satellites using ethernet backhaul over "green" switches.I would dearly love to see an explanation of how "green features" cause ethernet backhaulTo not get established at all, orTo fail once established.While I appreciate the problems of (a) the market no longer providing switches without green features, and (2) inability to return something that doesn't work, may I make a suggestion. What is the cost of a simple gigabit switch from Amazon? There are 8-port switches on Amazon for under $20US. I have paid more for a bottle of wine that is gone in an hour.

Hi,It works fine on most of my ports as well, with a TP-Link green switch. But two ports with longer cable runs (and possibly poorer wiring) disconnect, and won't reconnect. Connectivity is restored, but they fail to get DHCP.I have eliminated all other causes except the switch, and indeed plugging the same wire into a different port fixes the problem until the next time. I just ordered a D-link DGS-1016D which has a DIP switch to disable green features. Hopefully I will be able to report back with success

Thanks, my TP-Link also works, but sometimes stops mysteriously on different ports, and when it happens on the router port the satellites satellite users and wired users are disconnected. It happens about every few days. I found a workaround - just switch the cables around (so the switch sees different mac addresses) and restart the switch - but again it is only a short term fix. I really need one that will work reliably - preferably 16 gigabit ports, could get by with 8

Current list of Ethernet switches that work with Orbi RBR50

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
May 05, 2021
What I've used:
Netgear GS908E
Netgear GS716v2
TP-link TL-SG105
And a couple of other tp-link 8 port switches, I'm not currently using (loaned out because I upgraded)

I haven't had one I couldn't get working but most are pretty simple unmanaged switches.
But I have read of people having issues with greens switches. I know at least one of the tp-link's i've used was green and worked.
Seems to be a bit hit/miss.
- Sabbsol
  Tutor
  May 05, 2021
  Thanks, my TP-Link also works, but sometimes stops mysteriously on different ports, and when it happens on the router port the satellites satellite users and wired users are disconnected. It happens about every few days. I found a workaround - just switch the cables around (so the switch sees different mac addresses) and restart the switch - but again it is only a short term fix.
  
  I really need one that will work reliably - preferably 16 gigabit ports, could get by with 8
  - FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    May 05, 2021
    NG GS-105/108v4, D-Link DGS-105/108 and HP ProCurve 1400/1800 series switches work for Orbi systems.

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