Configurating Ethernet to limit speeds at 100 or 110 megabits per second
Configurating Ethernet to limit speeds at 100 or 110 megabits per second
Hello, your internet speed has been upgraded to 300 mbps. Previously you were getting around 100 Mbps. You're using a 5e Ethernet cable with an open port, as shown in the screenshots. Despite testing with another PC, you're still seeing about 100-105 Mbps download. I'm looking for some advice on how to improve this.
Your motherboard is an MSI Z270-A Pro (MS-7A71). To locate the NIC adapter, check the motherboard manual or look for labels on the PCIe slots.
It seems the device lists a 1 gb Ethernet port. Are you certain it's connected to the correct one? It also mentions a 10 mb and 100 mb port. Upgrading to a Cat6 cable might be worth considering. Most Cat 5E cables lack extra protection against electronic interference. You're likely using Unshielded Twisted Pairs, which could mean you're not receiving the advertised speeds. It's possible your provider is overcharging you. The article you referenced discusses a snagless Cat6 Ethernet cable.
You may need to adjust your NIC adapter and test different settings. The provided link outlines various options available. Link: HOW TO TWEAK YOUR NETWORK ADAPTER SETTINGS
I don’t have specific recommendations, but I can help you explore options. Let me know what you’re working on, and we can discuss the best approaches together.
You're using a different NIC adapter than the one I have, so features might vary. Consider turning off options like "Large Send Offload" and TCP/UDP "Checksum Offload." You can also boost the "Transmit Buffer" to 2048 and the "Receive Buffer" to 512 if needed. These adjustments are as far as possible without exceeding system memory limits. Finally, verify the "Speed & Duplex" settings to ensure they're set to 1 gb or 1000 Mbps. It's possible it's already configured correctly, but double-checking is wise.