The Ethernet switch functions until a second device is connected.
The Ethernet switch functions until a second device is connected.
Hello, I just purchased this product from Frys. I thought there might have been an issue with how I connected the Ethernet cables to the switch, but it seems to be working fine on my PC. However, when trying to connect my PS4 via Ethernet, both devices aren't getting online. Can you help me make it work for both at once? Thanks.
No dedicated uplink port exists on any standard switch. There’s nothing required to connect both devices properly. When the PS4 is linked without a computer, does it become accessible? Is the connection status clear for each link—Amber or Green? Run the Cable Diagnostics test from page 12 of the manual (ftp://ftp2.dlink.com/PRODUCTS/DGS-1005G/....10_EN.PDF), ensuring all three cables are connected and all ports remain green during testing.
I checked the connection using the PS4 while the PC remained plugged into the Ethernet cable (PC was off), but the PS4 still couldn’t access the internet. After removing the Ethernet cable from the switch to the PC, the PS4 managed to connect online. Once I connected my PC to the switch, both devices lost their internet access. It seems like connecting the switch directly to the Ethernet port might be causing the issue, especially since there’s no router available at the university. I think it’s best to reach out to IT support for help. Thanks for trying!
This appears to be an IP address overlap issue, suggesting your devices are getting the same address from the university switch but not functioning together when linked to the unmanaged switch you bought. You might also have a fixed IP assigned, which can be found in the network settings of your PC or PS4. To ensure both devices access the internet simultaneously, consider using a router instead of the switch. Plug the router’s WAN port into the wall jack, then link your PC and PS4 to its LAN ports. Set the router to assign IP addresses automatically via DHCP. If your PC uses a static IP, it will be configured as the router’s default gateway.
You didn't mention linking it to a walljack at a university. They likely have safeguards against multiple devices being connected simultaneously, as switches—especially wireless access points and routers—are significant risks. You might succeed better with a router, though turning off Wi-Fi is probably not an option. Alternatively, consider consulting campus IT for guidance on connecting several wired devices.