When speeds drop, we assume the switch is overheating, or a port has gone bad, or perhaps the packet buffer is overflowing.

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The Mini Cool Edge (MCIO) connectors and cable assemblies from Molex are in stock at authorised distributor Mouser ...

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If the Windows Network Diagnostics report displays the message The connection between your access point, router, or cable modem and the Internet is broken after you run the Internet Connections ...

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