“I have a Uverse service that has provided a 5268AC Arris that has only 4 ports and I need more. Can I connect one of their ports to the Linksys 5 port switch and not have conflicts nor configuration problems? I have more than 4 devices than the box has.”
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I don't think it should be an issue. With that many extra devices though, you might want to look at a switch with more ports for future expansion. Good luck!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.YES!!!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, BigMeibs. This network switch would be what you need for your intended setup.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Simply run a straight cable between the 2 and this will give 4 more connections no configuration should be required
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Sure, although this is a "dumb" switch you should have no problems with connectivity.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, but remember that you will lose 1 port on the Arris and 1 on the switch for the inter-connecting cable, so adding a 5-port switch will bring your available ports from 4 to 7, you only net increase by 3, not 5 (subtract 2 from the total for each switch or hub that you add). If you need more ports, buy a bigger switch. And switches are better than plain hubs, as they make better use of the traffic on a network.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.When I had Uverse from AT&T I used a switch like this before and never had an issue. Do not recall what type of modem AT&T provided at the time but had no conflicts.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Sure you can. SImply connect an Ethernet cable from the Arris box (anyone of the four will work) and then to any port of the switch. You will now have 4 more ports (remember you used one to connect to the Arris). The Uverse boxes don't always make it easy to connect a router, but the switch is easy.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.You need a network switch. I just did the same thing with the same ATT router. Simple 5 port switch added 4 more ports for a Hue and a Samsung Smartthing hub. Simple, easy. Plug an go!
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, you can connect this directly into the Arris router to extend your network. Connecting a small switch will not disrupt your service.
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