M1530 Ethernet Jack Problem

I cant seem to plug any cable into my ethernet jack, and no lights come on when it sits in there, which if it was working, I would think some lights would atleast go on, even if it didnt clip. What could be wrong with it? And I am guessing it wouldnt be an easy fix, probably a replacement of the motherboard, and they would have to send a guy wouldnt they? What can I do?

 

Well, first of all... it does need to "click" in to ensure that proper contact is being made. Otherwise, it's just plastic on plastic = no lights. The other thing, is you need to make sure what is on the other end is functioning properly. Try a different port on your router/switch.

-Hep!

 

There is light actually, 2 of them, to day there is a connection, and incoming bandwith light. I know u dont need a click to ensure a connection, but just holding it in doesnt generate a connection. I have tried multiple ports at school, in which I have used before and other have used before me. I have no idea why it would be broken, i dont use it much, havent dropped my laptop, no idea.

 

It looks like now i can get an internet connection with it, but still wont clip in. Any idea how to fix this on my own?

 

Is there anything physically blocking it? Some gunk in there?

 

Never heard of a physically broken ethernet jack before.

Either something blocking it or the clipper in the jack broke off.

If you dont hear a click then its not secured.

 

ok so the problem is where? can you get a connection when you put the cable in or not?

 

I would try another cable.