On: Resolving an unusual WiFi issue

[jfim]

I had the same issue with an USB Ethernet adapter plugged into a powered USB hub, disconnecting the computer would make the network crap out. Kind of defeats the purpose of having a docked setup with wired Ethernet if one can't undock it or needs to unplug tons of cables each time.

[smashed → jfim]

See Ethernet pause frames

Usb ethernet adapters will send these pause frames, waiting for the computer to reconnect.. but they end up flooding dumb switches..

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=31268134