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Biker6238
New Contributor II
11 months ago

Getting 2 simultaneous hardwired ethernet connections working without using Wi-Fi

I have been trying to get my PC and my television to work using ethernet cables.  I don't like running Wi-Fi 24/7.  My television service is via the Internet, not a Cox package.  My Cox modem/router ...
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    Darkatt
    11 months ago

    He's putting it in BRIDGE mode which means it only supports a single IP address. So even though he has multiple ethernet ports, they won't provide multiple Ip addresses in bridge mode. He would need to purchase a Wired Router, and connect it to the ethernet port on the modem, and then connect his devices to the router. 

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Biker6238
New Contributor II

Thank you Darkatt.  This is very helpful information.  I will be looking at the options and figuring out what is the best approach.  I am glad to know that it's doable.

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Darkatt
Honored Contributor
11 months ago

no problem. I worked in Data Tier 2 for Cox for over a decade before we all became CAG. luckily I retired before my hair fell out..... Kidding aside, I enjoyed my job, and I enjoy being able to help people now. If I can help, let me know!