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Only two devices connect to internet via switch on modem-only
Hi,
I can only connect two ethernet devices (laptop and desktop computer) to the internet. Even though there are 5 ports on the switch, only two devices can connect to the internet concurrently. To use a third device, I have to unplug one of the others and restart the modem.
How can I use three devices concurrently?
I have a Netgear GS605 switch connected to a Netgear CM1000v2 Modem. No router.
Thanks!
3 Replies
Those IPs are provided by your ISP if you are not using a router. ISP usually provide a single WAN IP for the router but if you have a block of IP then it will be assigned to the devices connecting to the modem, in this case 2 devices can connect then 2 IPs are provided. Have you checked with your ISP regarding the block of WAN IP you have?
IMO, it would be best to have a router in place.
Thank you! I will check with the ISP.
You need a router. ISP's usually only allow 1 public ip address (you're lucky yours offers 2).
Plus a router offers a basic firewall to protect the devices connected.
Pick up a cheap gigabit router and connect as many devices as you need.
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