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Check your Ethernet connection and performance.

Check your Ethernet connection and performance.

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MrKacapaper
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03-19-2016, 08:58 PM
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I've consistently relied on Wi-Fi for my PC since it's too far from the modem for Ethernet. I'm planning a switch and want to verify if my motherboard's Ethernet slot is adequate. The Asus Z170 Pro Gaming features this description on its site. Will this work, or should I consider an internal adapter like the one linked?
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MrKacapaper
03-19-2016, 08:58 PM #1

I've consistently relied on Wi-Fi for my PC since it's too far from the modem for Ethernet. I'm planning a switch and want to verify if my motherboard's Ethernet slot is adequate. The Asus Z170 Pro Gaming features this description on its site. Will this work, or should I consider an internal adapter like the one linked?

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RightAwake
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03-20-2016, 05:07 AM
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Yes, the system features a gigabit interface built into the motherboard.
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RightAwake
03-20-2016, 05:07 AM #2

Yes, the system features a gigabit interface built into the motherboard.

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javi2424
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03-20-2016, 04:05 PM
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It seems you're checking if the current technology is sufficient, especially since your motherboard is nearly four years old. You're also curious about whether a newer LAN card would improve performance.
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javi2424
03-20-2016, 04:05 PM #3

It seems you're checking if the current technology is sufficient, especially since your motherboard is nearly four years old. You're also curious about whether a newer LAN card would improve performance.

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csige791
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03-20-2016, 04:38 PM
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The built-in NIC is a standard internal adapter. It’s straightforward. Gigabit means gigabit. Unless you venture into the server world and require those extra features these adapters provide.
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csige791
03-20-2016, 04:38 PM #4

The built-in NIC is a standard internal adapter. It’s straightforward. Gigabit means gigabit. Unless you venture into the server world and require those extra features these adapters provide.

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TeunFTW
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03-26-2016, 07:50 PM
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Components don't deteriorate like that. The Intel I219-V chip remains in many boards being produced today, and you won't achieve higher speeds simply because something is "more recent." If it were an older technology when gigabit LAN was just emerging, you might run into problems, but otherwise it should perform well.
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TeunFTW
03-26-2016, 07:50 PM #5

Components don't deteriorate like that. The Intel I219-V chip remains in many boards being produced today, and you won't achieve higher speeds simply because something is "more recent." If it were an older technology when gigabit LAN was just emerging, you might run into problems, but otherwise it should perform well.

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Mickael_Park
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03-26-2016, 09:04 PM
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Thanks!
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Mickael_Park
03-26-2016, 09:04 PM #6

Thanks!

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SKY3R
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03-27-2016, 01:35 AM
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All this ESD protection advice is mostly just marketing fluff, though the gigabit connection definitely covers most everyday needs.
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SKY3R
03-27-2016, 01:35 AM #7

All this ESD protection advice is mostly just marketing fluff, though the gigabit connection definitely covers most everyday needs.

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