Originally Posted by
jjessop
Does the TV also have a cable or other video input connected? Disconnect those and just check the PS2 with Ethernet connected/disconnected. If the problem goes away you have a ground loop issue. The video ground from the external video source (probably cable system) and the Ethernet port ground are not at the same potential. The PS2's isolated via the external power supply and the Ethernet port introduces a "real" Earth ground via the Cisco switch. I'm guessing the Cisco switch is an industrial rack mount version that uses a true Earth ground 3 prong plug.
Good luck.....
JJ