I have the same problem too. My current macOS version is 11.5.1. AX88179 network adapter is activated but not working, says cable disconnected. LEDs are off
--- com.apple.system_extension.driver_extension
enabled active teamID bundleID (version) name [state]
* * 5RHFAZ9D4P com.asix.dext.usbdevice (1.2.0/1.2.0) com.asix.dext.usbdevice [activated enabled]