Ethernet (through Thunderbolt Display) not working after upgrading to macOS Sonoma

After upgrading to macOS Sonoma, my computer (16" MacBook Pro, 2019) is no longer able to use the wired Ethernet connection (which is provided via my 27" Thunderbolt Display) to connect to the LAN. Wireless still works, but wired doesn't work.


According to the "system settings > network", the "Display Ethernet" has a correct IP address, subnet mask, router, etc.


Note: The Ethernet-connection was working fine before upgrading to Sonoma.


Any bright ideas?


Thank you in advance.

MacBook Pro 13″

Posted on Sep 27, 2023 12:17 AM

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Nov 20, 2023 11:41 AM in response to adamfromdk

I have a similar issue. However, I cannot seem to resolve it. Here the scenario:


  • AT&T Gigabit Internet served up through Wi-fi and ethernet in a new house
  • We have non-managed Netgear switches (Gigabit) with one at the modem; another in the living room (with security system, Apple TV 4K, Samsung TV); another switch upstairs connected to two Macs (iMac and MacBook) along with an Xbox Series X
  • Everything works with wired ethernet except for the 2 Macs (details below)


iMac 27 - 3.4 Ghz Quad-Core Intel Core i5

MacOS Venture 13.6.1


MacBook Air - Apple M2

MacOS Sonoma Version 14.1.1


Both computers connect to WiFi with no issues. However, when I turn off Wi-Fi I get the exact same result: no internet access and the following indication when opening "Network Settings":



I cannot seem to make any changes that affect this. It remains yellow. It is exactly the same on both computers.


This wired LAN is the first priority followed by wi-fi, etc...


The Firewall is on, for the MacBook Air it is not possible to turn off by me (it's a work computer) and both actually worked fine at our last house with ethernet.


I'm at a complete loss as to what the issue is. I'd like to blame the OS, but I have two different systems, but the results are the same. I don't know how to fix the "self-assigned" ID issue.

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