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TEAC NT-505 impossible connecting to WiFi router o such LAN: help me please?

Hello mates,
I got my NT-505 3 days ago.
It seems to be working correctly but in my opinion all software in not the same level than the device: too aged & often no relevant documentation or support about.
However my big trouble is the NETWORK interface:  since first time I switched on, the NT-505 remains "for ever"  into NET configuring blinking state until it goes in power stand by.
Summarizing:

1. RJ45 cable is ok - tested in several manners
2. the wifi router (1Gb fiber connection) is ok
3. the wifi router ether ports (4) are ok - I checked a bridged LAN configuration too

Testing the NT-505 Ether port It results:

1. the physical level of protocol seems working correctly just on-way: the interface recognizes correctly the bandwidth (Fast ot Giga in my case) end the packet coming from the router are buffered. No packet sent  to the router.

2. At protocol level no ARP session are involved hence impossible retrieve MAC address and trying to do something.


VERY STUPID ISSUES:

1. Being NET board logically split from MAIN board It's need a separate firmware(!!!): how can I upload the NET firmware if, as stated into documentation, I must use the mobile app and It's impossible connecting the device to such LAN?

2. NO menu interface to configure manually the net parameters.

May someone help me (tricks..., recovery sw,..., low level maintance menu...,...) 

Thank you a lot.


silvio66
silvio66 OP
13 posts
 
Hi narnos,
no way, just today I received the new one replaced by supplier.
It works with any router, interfaces (Fast, Gig, ..) even old FW rel. too.
As reported by distributor, there are a lot of devices dead on arrival.
He told me often the Ether card is not connect properly to main board or it's defective.
Now it's working since 8 hours there are no problem!! The sound is great. I suspetting, but I'm not sure, that new stock devices has a different ether card.
However, my suggestion upon my actual experience, If a NT-505 works via trick or workaround is a defective one: ask for repair o replace your
I tested mine with 1 € cable  and USB stick found into my kid Easter egg.
 
Do not waste time.


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kosta68k
11 posts
 
Quick update on my side as well. I did receive my replacement NT-505 today, and so far it connects to the network without any issues.
I would agree with Silvio at this point and would suggest anyone having these sort of issues to return/exchange their units ASAP and not waste time.
kren0006
1,859 posts
 
Good to hear that Teac was quick to replace the problem units!
big_greg
6,623 posts
 
I have been having problems with mine as well and have tried a number of things including a new router, firmware updates, factory resets, different cables, etc.  The problem seems to be a result of using a wireless client to establish the connection.  I ran an ethernet cable to it a couple of days ago and it has been stable since then.  I've connected my Roku, TV, home theater pre-processor, and Oppo to the wireless client and they all worked, so I'm stymied by why it won't work with the TEAC, but that seems to be the issue in my case at least.

Before doing that I had put in a support ticket with TEAC.  When they replied, I asked why it wouldn't work with a wireless client and will post an update once I hear back from them.  
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