Ethernet speed limit issue/not working at times.

[xlonewolfx456]

Hey folks,

So often my ethernet connection gets limited to 10 mbps and at times it doesn't work at all.
I've found two temporary fixes for this -

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  ■ I have to keep restarting my PC unless I see both the ethernet leds (Green & Orange) or
  ■ I have keep switching between "Auto Negotiate" & "1.0 Gbps full duplex" options under ethernet configuration unless I see both the ethernet leds. (Best way as it requires no restarts)

I mention the leds because, I've observed that when -

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  ■ Only orange blinks = 10mbps/no internet
  ■ Green ON & Orange blinks = 100mbps/internet working

I can handle this but other users can't because I, as an admin have rights to configure the ethernet settings but they have no choice but to keep restarting the PC multiple times until they see both the leds.

Is there any permanent fix for this?
Or atleast a way to make something like a shortcut for other users to switch between the speed options that I've mentioned so that they can get it working quick while I'm not around?

Thanks.

 

[Guest]

Try another ethernet cable.

 

[LedaOhio9]

Upgrade to a Gigabit Router and Gigabit NiC Cards.. Make sure your cables are not kinked w/ clean connections.. avoid running next to Florescent lighting and other eletrical interference.
Even those Cork Screw Lightbulbs right next to your Router can FUBAR speeds.