Linksys Router Port Not Working
- Turn off both modem and router
- Try removing all the Ethernet cables connected to the router and wait for at least a minute if your Linksys router ports not working situation.
- Now, connect the router to your modem using an Ethernet cable.
- Connect the modem to a wall outlet and plug in the router to a power source.
- Check whether the lights on the Linksys router remain lit.
- If the LED lights flash, check whether there are any issues with the Internet Service Provider.
- If any LAN port is not working, remove the Ethernet cable from the port and try connecting to another port on the router.
- Now, plug in the other end of the Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the router to your computer.
- If you find that the ports are still not working, try resetting the router.
- Locate the Reset button on the Linksys router.
- Now, press the button using a paper clip or pen for at least 10 seconds.
- This process will turn all the router settings to the factory defaults.
- Once you have done the resetting process. Proceed to update the firmware of the router to the latest version.
- Now, go to the computer connected to the router.
- Enter the IP address of the router in the address bar of your browser.
- Sign in to the web setup page of the router.
- Once you are on the web-based setup page, go to the Firmware update section.
- If you find an update, install it by following the instructions on the screen.
- Restart the router and check if the issue is resolved.
- If the ports are physically damaged, and the router is under warranty, you can contact Linksys support for replacement or service to fix the issue Linksys router ports not working.