Does your router disrupt your Bluetooth connections and cause them to drop?
Does your router disrupt your Bluetooth connections and cause them to drop?
My router causes issues with my Bluetooth connections, especially on my PC. This problem has been ongoing for about two years. Wireless gadgets I attempt to link to my PC often lag or disconnect, except for the Logitech G PRO Superlight, which is the first device I acquired around four years ago. I've tried returning old devices and replacing them, but it hasn't resolved the issue. Around a year ago, I purchased a new PC and replaced everything connected except two items: my mouse and my internet router. When the mouse was disconnected from the PC, the connection worked perfectly. The router seems to be the main culprit, but I'm unsure how or why. I also tried connecting my earbuds to the PC, but the problem persisted. When I connected them to my phone near the PC, it functioned properly. All my peripherals are in good condition except for the GPU.
Bluetooth and wireless share the same frequency range, which may lead to interference issues.
Perhaps attempt to compel the computer to utilize the 5GHz frequency band. Generally, Bluetooth can handle Wi-Fi even when both operate on the 2.4GHz spectrum. I don’t remember the specifics, but Bluetooth employs a distinct approach for transmitting data despite sharing the same radio range.
In most scenarios, Wi-Fi defaults to 5GHz due to its higher speed. You can identify the band your PC is using by checking the "status" screen under the network settings.
Depending on the Wi-Fi chipset, you might be able to adjust the settings on the router to force it to operate at 5GHz. However, some devices may not support this change.
Another option is to configure separate SSIDs for 2.4GHz and 5GHz on the router, allowing you to direct the connection based on preference. This method was once standard, but many users assume the router automatically selects the optimal band without checking the connection speed.
Router software originating from Linksys/Sveasoft brands like Tomato, ASUS-WRT or DD-WRT includes a "Bluetooth Coexistence" function that pauses the bluetooth transmission until wifi operates on the same frequency. Additionally, there is a preemption option that tells the bluetooth device which channel it should use, allowing it to change channels. Importantly, firmware from OpenWRT and many ISP routers does not support these capabilities, causing interference.
I understand your concern, but the reason it wouldn't affect your phone's Bluetooth while keeping it limited to your PC is due to how Bluetooth settings are managed.