Acer Aspire Ethernet Port not working?

LarryDo
LarryDo Member Posts: 1 New User

So I am unsure what is going on, but whenever an Ethernet cord is plugged into the port only a green light is lit. Because of this I assume that the port has been fried. so my question is how do I fix it or replace it?

Answers

  • glajeunesse
    glajeunesse Member Posts: 10 New User

    Why would you think it's fried?

    What is plugged into the other end of that cable?

     

    Sometimes to speed of the device will determine if the light is lit or not. (10/100/1000)

     

    Try plugging something else in that ethernet port or bypassing your router if you have one.

     

    It could be what's plugged into the opposite end of the cable also...???

  • Angoid
    Angoid Member Posts: 11 New User

    Try that patch cable with a different PC to make sure it works, or try a different cable.

    It's always worth checking the cheaply replaceable parts first before thinking that the port is dead.

     

    Also, check the cable to make sure that the little retaining lug has not got broken off.  They are quite fragile, and if it does break off then the cable can drop out very easily.