No, I didn't fry your wall lan port.
No, I didn't fry your wall lan port.
Hey, I saw you experimenting with your Ethernet cable for the Raspberry Pi. It sounds like the cable might have been connected somewhere between your local port and the router. Could this have disrupted the internet connection from the wall? If you're using an Asus N66u router now, it might help to double-check the setup and ensure the cable is properly routed. Let me know if you need more guidance!
I only have one available cable. I verified it works by linking it between my laptop and router (usually done via WiFi). Both sides lit up and everything functioned properly. Plugging the laptop directly into the wall doesn’t trigger the lights, which suggests the router is still operational. I can connect to it using both WiFi and Ethernet, so I’m confident the issue isn’t with the router.
It's odd considering the cable and laptop Ethernet port are functioning well. What could be even more surprising is why it's not working at all. I just reached out to my ISP to see if they have any insight. Thanks for your assistance!
What is linked on the opposite end of your wall port? If your internet service from the building, dorm, or hostel is managing this connection, it’s likely your router has marked the port as unauthorized. You should reach out to the network supplier to reactivate it.
It's actually offered by the dorm. I’m not familiar with the details beyond it being a fibre connection, which makes this router theory seem reasonable. I’m counting on someone responding to my email so they can share this info, otherwise I’ll reach out directly.
They're designed to be separate, using tiny transformers. It's likely you accidentally set up a loop—like pulling a cable from one switch port and reinserting it elsewhere. Probably the switch or router in your space turned off the port to prevent endless data traffic.