I have a gaming PC that I would like to use to host a Minecraft server. I've been trying to port forward and it has led to numerous failures. I have an ethernet cable and have always had it in my modem, then another cable from modem to router. When I decided to try and port forward I figured I should rather have it in my router from the start. Either one I could not get it to work. My question is should I have my ethernet in my modem, router, or would there be correct ways to use both? Finally if both would work which would be preferred?
Where to put my ethernet for port forwarding
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BuddhaSkoota
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More clarification about your network configuration is needed.
There is only one correct way to connect your devices:
ISP >>> Modem >>> Router >>> PC
If your modem is actually a modem with integrated router (has multiple LAN ports), then you should
- put the modem in bridge mode and configure port forwarding in your router.
or
- port forward using the modem/router and configure the router as an AP/switch.
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