Increasing Ethernet connections via modem setup

nr2004
Junior Member

02-20-2023, 01:51 AM

Hi there, I understand you're not very familiar with the networking team. Your home uses a company internet connection, and each room has two Ethernet ports, but only one is active at a time. You're wondering if you can turn the other ports on yourself since customer support isn't helping much. Let me know if you need more details!

nr2004

02-20-2023, 01:51 AM #1

HitTheKodak
Member

201

03-02-2023, 03:47 PM

You might sidestep the issue entirely by switching things around. It’s likely the other port’s problem lies with them.

HitTheKodak

03-02-2023, 03:47 PM #2

You might sidestep the issue entirely by switching things around. It’s likely the other port’s problem lies with them.

Tinyninja120
Member

03-02-2023, 04:23 PM

You asked for a rephrasing of your question.
What do you mean?

Tinyninja120

03-02-2023, 04:23 PM #3

You asked for a rephrasing of your question.
What do you mean?

xOrangeRO
Junior Member

03-03-2023, 05:17 AM

You can purchase a network switch from Amazon. Plugging your working Ethernet into the switch increases the number of ports available. An example switch is provided here.

xOrangeRO

03-03-2023, 05:17 AM #4

You can purchase a network switch from Amazon. Plugging your working Ethernet into the switch increases the number of ports available. An example switch is provided here.

peyesta
Member

212

03-03-2023, 08:58 AM

It makes sense. Your port is on one side of the room and the device you need is on the other. If a switch functions, a long Ethernet cable should also work. It might be messy, but you could adjust your modem inside your home if needed.

peyesta

03-03-2023, 08:58 AM #5

Xtun3r
Member

154

03-03-2023, 04:42 PM

If the provider is involved, I advise against making changes. Consider purchasing a switch as suggested by @Zalosath, or request modifications from the company. Avoid altering anything outside your control.

Xtun3r

03-03-2023, 04:42 PM #6

Buggyer
Member

03-23-2023, 11:13 AM

Buggyer

03-23-2023, 11:13 AM #7

Mael309
Member

145

03-23-2023, 07:17 PM

Thank you for your assistance. After reviewing some information, I adjusted a few cables on my modem and successfully enabled another wall port in my space.

Mael309

03-23-2023, 07:17 PM #8

Thank you for your assistance. After reviewing some information, I adjusted a few cables on my modem and successfully enabled another wall port in my space.