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5GHZ problem

5GHZ problem

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Jacob9storm
Junior Member
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06-14-2023, 05:35 AM
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You're experiencing varying performance issues with your new PC's PCIE wireless card. Initially, it connected smoothly at 5GHz with solid speeds, but now struggles to reach that frequency, dropping to only 10-20Mbps downloads. On your phone and MacBook Air, the connection remains stable at 5GHz or higher. The MacBook Air even achieves up to 300Mbps, while your old laptop caps at around 150Mbps. No recent driver changes or updates seem to have resolved the problem.
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Jacob9storm
06-14-2023, 05:35 AM #1

You're experiencing varying performance issues with your new PC's PCIE wireless card. Initially, it connected smoothly at 5GHz with solid speeds, but now struggles to reach that frequency, dropping to only 10-20Mbps downloads. On your phone and MacBook Air, the connection remains stable at 5GHz or higher. The MacBook Air even achieves up to 300Mbps, while your old laptop caps at around 150Mbps. No recent driver changes or updates seem to have resolved the problem.

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CrazyWeirdo221
Junior Member
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06-14-2023, 08:47 AM
#2
Determine the distance to your router, count the intervening walls by type, and identify nearby 5 GHz networks.
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CrazyWeirdo221
06-14-2023, 08:47 AM #2

Determine the distance to your router, count the intervening walls by type, and identify nearby 5 GHz networks.

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juperlie
Junior Member
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06-14-2023, 09:03 AM
#3
This seems to be a repeat of the problem my son experienced, which was resolved by using the running SG TCP Optimizer. It appears to have fixed his internet connection, though it isn't explicitly confirmed for Windows 10. I checked the download page at speedguide.net and saw similar results. Could a recent Windows update be contributing to this issue? If it does, you might be among the second person in the networking forum affected.
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juperlie
06-14-2023, 09:03 AM #3

This seems to be a repeat of the problem my son experienced, which was resolved by using the running SG TCP Optimizer. It appears to have fixed his internet connection, though it isn't explicitly confirmed for Windows 10. I checked the download page at speedguide.net and saw similar results. Could a recent Windows update be contributing to this issue? If it does, you might be among the second person in the networking forum affected.

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ostenvelez
Member
241
06-14-2023, 05:06 PM
#4
I will try this, and see. Tried didint help sadly thanks for the advice tho Computer is right under the router there is a tree wall and drywall its really thin can hear everything thats happening above, only on 5ghz network and 1 2.4ghz, no others in the area i live. Like i said phone, macbook, shitty school laptop all work from the same spot. I also have full bars.
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ostenvelez
06-14-2023, 05:06 PM #4

I will try this, and see. Tried didint help sadly thanks for the advice tho Computer is right under the router there is a tree wall and drywall its really thin can hear everything thats happening above, only on 5ghz network and 1 2.4ghz, no others in the area i live. Like i said phone, macbook, shitty school laptop all work from the same spot. I also have full bars.

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Repertition
Member
186
06-16-2023, 06:22 AM
#5
Have you considered rearranging the cables and antennas to reduce interference? If the small antennas are on the back of the motherboard, it can be challenging to prevent wires and the case from obstructing the signal. Try shifting the PC around the room slightly—just a few feet, adjusting the orientation of the case might help. Sometimes external factors play a role too, like someone moving items above or near the router during its optimal performance period, which could disrupt the signal.
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Repertition
06-16-2023, 06:22 AM #5

Have you considered rearranging the cables and antennas to reduce interference? If the small antennas are on the back of the motherboard, it can be challenging to prevent wires and the case from obstructing the signal. Try shifting the PC around the room slightly—just a few feet, adjusting the orientation of the case might help. Sometimes external factors play a role too, like someone moving items above or near the router during its optimal performance period, which could disrupt the signal.

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xX_Solares_Xx
Member
71
06-18-2023, 01:45 AM
#6
I've adjusted the antennas and the PC a bit, but I don't notice any issues because the network is fully active and it works perfectly on other devices. Maybe a new Wi-Fi adapter would help.
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xX_Solares_Xx
06-18-2023, 01:45 AM #6

I've adjusted the antennas and the PC a bit, but I don't notice any issues because the network is fully active and it works perfectly on other devices. Maybe a new Wi-Fi adapter would help.

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Fabista
Member
175
06-18-2023, 05:43 PM
#7
Other equipment isn't positioned directly in front of your PC, yet the "bars" and WiFi "link rate" still seem irrelevant, since they don't indicate whether you're encountering many errors from signal reflections.
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Fabista
06-18-2023, 05:43 PM #7

Other equipment isn't positioned directly in front of your PC, yet the "bars" and WiFi "link rate" still seem irrelevant, since they don't indicate whether you're encountering many errors from signal reflections.

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Skewald980
Member
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06-20-2023, 12:54 AM
#8
I can raise my PC slightly while placing my phone beneath it, and the internet remains stable, as the router stays within about 2 meters of me.
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Skewald980
06-20-2023, 12:54 AM #8

I can raise my PC slightly while placing my phone beneath it, and the internet remains stable, as the router stays within about 2 meters of me.