Two devices using the same local IP address can create confusing connection failures. The player may work briefly and then lose access when the other device becomes active. Check for duplicate manual settings before changing streaming credentials.
Look for the trigger
Notice whether the failure begins when another household device connects. A router's client list may show unexpected address reuse. The symptom alone does not prove a conflict, but the timing gives you something specific to investigate.
Return to managed allocation
For most homes, automatic DHCP avoids accidental duplication. If fixed addresses are necessary, reserve them through the router or follow the network administrator's addressing plan. Do not select numbers simply because they resemble another working device's settings.
Confirm a stable result
Reconnect the affected devices and verify that each receives a distinct address. Then repeat the original viewing session. Keep account and server settings unchanged so you can tell whether fixing the address conflict actually resolved the interruption.
