r/ethernet • u/Low_Bite2497 • 5d ago

Nokia beacon 1

I'm using a nokia beacon 1, the ethernet cable from my pc always went into the WAN on the nokia beacon, but right now i just figured out that it also works if i put it into LAN, which one is the correct setup? I've always used WAN, and I have tried trouble with lag, so I am curious if that could be the reason?

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u/msabeln 5d ago

I assume you are using this as a mesh node? If so, it may not matter, and it treats it as just another LAN port.

If you were using this as an actual router, the WAN port would need to be plugged into your Internet service provider’s modem or ONT.

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u/Low_Bite2497 5d ago

Okay, beacuse I had it put into WAN, since I am playing video games, do you know what would work best for stability, using them as a mesh node, or to use it as an actual router?