Grr Argh. Technology

[cheshirenoir]

Suddenly my ethernet link is only connecting at 10Mb.
Checked so far:

• Drivers
• Cables at both ends
• Port
• Switch

This suggests it's the cable in the ceiling. That would suck if that's the case.

The next step is to switch the computer plugged into it. Unfortunately my Gigabit capable lappy is out on loan currently.

*sigh*

I'm too unwell for this crap.

Comments

[prk]

You should be able robust any computer / lappy to test up to 100MB, right?

Also, tried forcing speed on the PC end?

Prk

[cheshirenoir]

Tried forcing the speed. Nope
Also tried plugging it into a 100Mb switch. No connection at all.

I'll probably try a 100Mb laptop link today but I'd like to try the full gamut if possible.

[prk]

Bugger.

I'd be guessing either loose termination points on one (or both!) ends of the cable, or rodents nibbling the copper in the roof :(

I have an RJ45 cable tester you're welcome to borrow - should at least tell you if all 8 wires are getting a signal through.

prk.

[cheshirenoir]

I must admit I'm suspecting rodents myself :-/

If I may borrow your cable tester, that'd be good.

[cheshirenoir]

OK the problem is the Computer.

Directly plugged into a new switch with a new cable and we get... 10Mb/s.
BROKEN!

I'll go buy a new Gb card sometime.