1Gig household, computer isn't receiving 1Gig speed.
1Gig household, computer isn't receiving 1Gig speed.
In summary, the setup seems to be working well overall, but there are a few inconsistencies that need attention. The connection speeds appear stable when using the router, yet the gaming PC still lags behind. The wiring layout looks correct with multiple devices connected, but the network performance on the PC remains limited. I’m unsure why the output from the router’s firewall or settings is showing 100Mbps while the PC only sees 1Gbps. Have you tried checking the router’s advanced settings or contacting support for further troubleshooting?
I experienced a comparable situation earlier. My PC wasn't reporting 100 Mbps during speed tests, yet my internet connection performed well on the cable tester. The tester mainly checks for continuity rather than actual bandwidth. The real issue lay with my cable. Changing to a different cable resolved the problem. It would help if you could move your computer nearer the switch and try another cable to confirm. Narrowing down the source will assist in identifying the root cause, whether it's hardware, software, or something else.
I’ve checked the setup and the issue persists even after testing different switch ports. Moving the switch closer to the ingress port might not resolve it, as the problem could stem from other factors like cable quality or network configuration.
I think removing the cable should fix it. It’s probably a simple port issue on the switch. If changing ports doesn’t help, I’d try booting into a lightweight Linux distro to rule out software or driver problems. If speeds remain limited, it might point to hardware concerns. Unless there’s an unusual BIOS setting, it seems like a genuine hardware fault. But that’s not my initial thought since it does work, albeit at reduced speed.
I'll switch ports soon; I haven't used Linux before. Recently I cleaned up all my Windows drivers, but I'm updating to a Ryzen 7900X and new motherboard tomorrow. Maybe I should hold off and check how it goes.
It works exclusively for Wi-Fi, right? Probably because it’s designed to connect only through a specific port that avoids issues. My switch seems to prioritize the slower connection, sending 1.1 Gbps to the router and 1Gbps to my PC. Trying to disconnect the AP might help resolve the problem.
On platforms similar to Mint, you don't require deep Linux expertise. Everything functions smoothly. You can simply power on, launch Firefox, and run a speed test. Boot from a USB drive. Obtain the ISO file and use tools like Rufus to create a bootable USB. (This will wipe the USB). Once testing is done, turn off the PC or restart by removing the USB and booting from your hard drive—it will return to Windows as usual. A fresh motherboard would remove the chance that the built-in LAN port is the issue.
The incoming signal to your room uses the full 1000Mbit/sec capacity of your switch from a single port. Your PC perceives a Gigabit connection since that's what it receives from the switch. If you're missing the Gigabit speed from the main line, check the cable for damage. Gigabit requires all four pairs in the cable, while 10/100 only needs two pairs. That's why I avoid running cables outside—they're more prone to issues.