Issues with connecting an AXE11000 router directly to another AXE11000 router?
Issues with connecting an AXE11000 router directly to another AXE11000 router?
I do have a 3rd smaller router I tried it as well and it did the same thing put it down into 100mb. There is a 16 port switch that I used in the house since most of the stuff was wired before going more wireless. Mostly POE cameras. It will also do the same thing sometimes it'll stay green at 1gb sometimes it will go down to 100mb. If I unplug and plug stuff in enough the switch will change from 100mb to 1gb and be fine. If you plug a computer into the switch its fine. If you plug the AP into the switch it instantly goes to 100mb yellow.
It's worth noting:
If I disconnect and reconnect equipment sufficiently, the switch will transition from 100mb to 1gb without issues. Plugging a computer into the switch works just fine. Connecting the AP to the switch instantly brings it down to 100mb yellow.
With all these cameras and network gear, I’m curious about potential IP conflicts or loops.
The way devices are linked—both wired and wireless—can significantly impact performance.
The network seems to have a reason for reducing speed, which is obvious. The real question is what needs to be found.
Draw a detailed diagram of your entire network, highlighting connections, ports, cables, IP addresses (both static and DHCP). Record this as much detail as possible. Align static IPs with the relevant devices.
Proceed step by step, examining each device and connection individually to spot any specific cause for speed loss.
Make just one adjustment at a time and give yourself some space between changes.
Utilize the main router’s logs and individual computer ARP tables to track IP assignments.
Monitor the logs (if available) and confirm that new devices appear correctly on the router interface.
Keep printed reports or screenshots for reference.
The goal is to easily identify if adding a device or encountering a certain condition leads to slower speeds. This process can later be expanded into configuration tweaks.
Begin with a simple network that reliably handles 1GB, then gradually introduce devices one by one to pinpoint the cause of the drop to 100 Mb.
Keep checking IP addresses, subnet masks, MAC addresses, and physical links each time to confirm everything matches expectations. For example, ensure no duplicate IPs exist.
Make sure the IP range is sufficient for all network equipment plus a few extra addresses for guests or temporary use.
Allow time between changes—routers and other devices maintain ARP tables that track network activity. If these tables are outdated or incorrect, it could cause issues.
It may take some time and effort, but this approach increases the chances of finding the problem.