Internet access completely dies after connecting second TP-Link switch and turning off device
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Hey guys,
Recently purchased the 3 pack deco s4 and so far things have been fine except for one really strange issue which I don't understand.
I have my router in modem mode -> main s4 -> TP-Link TL-SG108S 8 port switch -> ethernet to office room -> TP-Link TL-SG1005D -> one cable to desktop PC, one to Laptop ethernet to usb adaptor
Now the really weird thing is, whenever I shut down the laptop, the ENTIRE internet access in the house is lost, with the Decos turning red and needing a reboot. But unless I disconnect the second switch, even the reboot will not work.
I have narrowed it down to being exclusively the second switch and powering off the laptop as if I connect the laptop directly to the first switch it is fine, but if its the only device connected to the second switch and I power it off then the internet access is lost a few minutes later.
I assumed my setup should be fine and I purposely bought tp-link switches for compatibility reasons but in all honesty if I can't solve this issue I may be forced to return the products and opt for another solution which won't cut out my internet. I have also downloaded the logs from the device if you want me to provide those for debugging the issue.
