Not compatible unless connected to a router first.
Not compatible unless connected to a router first.
I'm trying to connect the internet from the modem (SB6190) to the switch (SLM2024) and then to my PC, Wi-Fi router, and other computers. Issue: when the modem connects to the switch, the lights flash twice before turning off again, while the cable to my PC remains active. - First, will this setup improve my ping? (minimizing extra steps) - Lastly, how can I make the switch accept and share the connection from the modem? Thanks!
1. Technically, yes. But processing a packet takes less than a millisecond on a home router, which won’t have any visible impact.
2. As @Levent mentioned, connect the router after the modem and before your local devices to enable NAT-based internet access for multiple clients. Without this setup, only one device can connect at a time, exposing your public IP directly to your computer without any additional security beyond the operating system’s built-in firewall.