Mac mini M2 no internet connection via Ethernet to modem or Wi-Fi

UnhappymacminiM2 wrote:

Tell me. :{

I have just uninstalled Nord VPN and hope to clear up email issues as well. What a pain. Thank you for your reply and commiseration!

We all make the occasionally costly mistake.

You might also give this a look when you have time:

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UnhappymacminiM2 wrote:

Thank you for this information. I intend to uninstall ESET, but didn’t know that Nord VPN wasn’t necessary. Do you not recommend VPN connection?

Unless you're using the VPN to connect to a secure server such as you work or school, or you are living under a repressive regime that doesn't allow you full internet access, probably not.

See here:

Don't Use VPN Services

UnhappymacminiM2 wrote:

After a call with Apple support, it was discovered that ESET security (antivirus) app was the problem. I have deactivated it as this is not the first issue I have had with it.

Apple already has all of the security that you need built into the macOS. see > macOS - Security - Apple

You do not need any third-party AV, Protecting or Cleaning software. In fact, some can and will do far more damage to your Mac than just killing the network connection.

So.... instead of just disabling ESET and Nord, you should completely uninstall those as per the developers instructions.

Good work, thanks for the replymy friend.:)

I have been using Mac's for over 45 years and have never installed any third party AV, Protecting, Cleaning or a VPN on any of them.

Yea' sadly those shisters use scare tactics to promote their product.

Have you uninstalled Nord?

Does Ethernet & Wifi show up in System Report?

1. On your Mac, choose Apple menu  > System Settings, then click Network  in the sidebar. (You may need to scroll down.)
2. 
   
3. Click the Action pop-up menu  on the right, then choose Set Service Order.
4. Drag services into the order you want.
5. Click OK.

The interface that connects to the Internet should be dragged to the top of the list.

System Settings>Network>choose interface>Advanced>Proxies Tab, make sure none are set, like for HTTP & HTTPS.

If using Wifi, instead of joining your Network from the list, click the WiFi icon at the top, and click Other network>Other. Fill in everything as needed.

System Setttings>Network, click a network service on the right, click Details, then click DNS. (You may need to scroll down.)

Enter these numbers...

8.8.8.8

8.8.4.4

1.1.1.1

9.9.9.9

Sorry to ask the obvious, but do you have any other means to confirm the router is not at fault, especially after a storm and possible variations in power?

That being said, you seem to point out at several issues - i would ensure you take advantage of the first year to have it checked at an apple store - they can diagnose most physical issues on the spot - in less than 10 minutes. That has to be done by appointment.

UnhappymacminiM2 wrote:

Tell me. :{

I have just uninstalled Nord VPN and hope to clear up email issues as well. What a pain. Thank you for your reply and commiseration!

You're welcome.