why is my modem lan light green not blue?
why is my modem lan light green not blue?
The modem is currently set to 1Gbps, but you want it to switch to 2.5Gbps (blue). You don’t necessarily need a different Ethernet cable—just ensure your network settings are updated to the higher speed. If not, you may need to adjust the modem’s configuration or contact support for a compatible cable.
The lan light should be blue, not green. The modem runs at 1Gbps and needs 2.5Gbps for blue. You likely don’t need a different Ethernet cable—just ensure the port supports 10Gbps if required.
What type of modem do you own? It should support 2.5GbE. Consider using another cable if needed. Cat 5e and higher should work for this speed.
I own a Motorola MB8611 modem with a 400 Mbps internet plan, connected via a Netgear RAX 30 router.
All systems need to grasp 2.5 Gbps Ethernet to function at that rate. Your network card must comprehend 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, and the modem too. If either device can't understand 2.5 Gbps, they agree to switch to a different speed, such as 1 Gbps or even 100 Mbps. Since your router only supports 1 Gbps, your network card must match that with the router. Ethernet cables can handle up to 10 Gbps, but it doesn't matter since the router is limited to 1 Gbps. It's similar to knowing English (1 Gbps) and Spanish (2.5 Gbps), while the router only speaks English (1 Gbps). When the router seems confused and ignores you, you shift to the more common English, ensuring mutual understanding.
Beyond all other remarks, your internet speed is just 400mbps. The real issue isn’t the 1GbE link—it’s the plan you’re using.