MBP will not automatically switch to ethernet from wifi
2019 MBP
Sonoma 14.1.1
Deco Mesh router hardwired backhaul (if this matters)
Using OWC thunderbolt 3 dock with ethernet plugged into it
Use case:
- I have my MBP unplugged from dock and using wifi
- I plug the thunderbolt cable into left rear TB port on MBP
- I expect the MBP to eventually start using ethernet, but it continues to use wifi (according to my router software).
- I turn off the wifi on the MBP, and after a few seconds it starts using ethernet, as expected.
Notes:
- ethernet is significantly faster. That is: while using zoom and switching wifi on/off the deco software indicates I use a lot more bandwidth over ethernet, the video and audio quality improve, and the connected bluetooth devices (magic touchpad and keyboard) stop lagging (a common issue for MBP using bluetooth and wifi at the same time, apparently)
- The thunderbolt port is/has always been at top of the list under settings>network.
Not sure how to "encourage" the MBP to switch to ethernet without turning off wifi after connecting the thunderbolt cable.
MacBook Pro (2017 – 2020)