Dannyaron wrote:
Could not connect a netgear gigabyte switch to actiontec router, no light would come on when cat5 candle inserted into port. Had to use older 10/100 linksys switch. Anyone have this problem or know about it. I do not what revision the router is.
Sounds like a faulty cable. So long as it says Cat 5 or greater it should support gigabit.
Try a different patch cord.