Port Ethernet not working on motherboard
Port Ethernet not working on motherboard
A recent lightning strike damaged several devices near your home. Your electronics were protected by a UPS, but you lost important items like your TV, router, Apple TV, network switches, and the Ethernet port on your motherboard. You think the router was likely involved. Since the motherboard is brand new and only two weeks old, you’re now relying on Wi-Fi (using a USB adapter because the internal antenna failed) but still want a reliable Ethernet connection. Are there ways to restore the motherboard’s Ethernet or bring your network back to normal without replacing everything?
If you're looking for alternatives to reviving old circuits, consider using an unused PCIe port with a budget Ethernet card or affordable USB adapters. This approach saves time and effort compared to the motherboard's value.
The motherboard Ethernet is in poor condition. I won’t return it to Asus for warranty work because past claims were denied due to scratches, and they’re unlikely to help now. I’m not hoping for a fix. Installing a PCIe Ethernet card appears to be the easiest solution. Looking for trusted products that are worth purchasing?
For a budget-friendly choice, a low-cost TP-Link PCIe ethernet card works well. In the UK, you can find gigabit models around £10, and 2.5 gigabit options for about £20. If you prefer something more advanced, opt for a model with an Intel chipset, though the advantages are typically reserved for higher-end applications.
Back in my day, Amd FX was still around, and I encountered the same problem. My ISP provided RJ45 cables, but I used them for my college setup. One afternoon near my house, I accidentally hit the main router node a short distance away. All my Ethernet connections failed, so I had to replace the router and switch permanently to Wi-Fi. To this day, I stick with my Intel wireless card for gaming and streaming—no issues there. Only when dealing with ISP problems do I resort to the LAN port. For your situation, if the board looks fine, consider a warranty claim or upgrade with an external USB or internal gigabit card from TP-Link, Dlink, Asus, etc. They should perform just like the original. P.S.: My old router and motherboard’s Ethernet port worked again after a few years of checking.