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Experiencing slow performance on broadband connections.

Experiencing slow performance on broadband connections.

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miniethan121
Junior Member
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06-05-2016, 04:56 AM
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Upgraded to 350 mbps from 100. Phone near router should reach about 360 by test end. Another room nearby averages 260–280 Mbps depending on distance and setup. PC in my room above the router usually gets 180–200 Mbps, possibly higher if conditions are good. I’m not sure how stable Wi-Fi would be, but it seems downstairs could work for the expected speed. No issues seen with others sleeping during tests. Can I get a Wi-Fi extender, or is this just an external problem?
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miniethan121
06-05-2016, 04:56 AM #1

Upgraded to 350 mbps from 100. Phone near router should reach about 360 by test end. Another room nearby averages 260–280 Mbps depending on distance and setup. PC in my room above the router usually gets 180–200 Mbps, possibly higher if conditions are good. I’m not sure how stable Wi-Fi would be, but it seems downstairs could work for the expected speed. No issues seen with others sleeping during tests. Can I get a Wi-Fi extender, or is this just an external problem?

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khanna30
Member
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06-11-2016, 05:41 PM
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Are you using a 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz network? The 2.4 GHz band is already busy and has only about 11 channels available. The 5 GHz offers more options, typically between 36 to 165 channels. Also, does your device support the 5 GHz frequency? Someone suggested powerline extenders, but those can be affected by interference. Consider using a mesh Wi-Fi system if you live in a bigger house or apartment with many rooms.
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khanna30
06-11-2016, 05:41 PM #2

Are you using a 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz network? The 2.4 GHz band is already busy and has only about 11 channels available. The 5 GHz offers more options, typically between 36 to 165 channels. Also, does your device support the 5 GHz frequency? Someone suggested powerline extenders, but those can be affected by interference. Consider using a mesh Wi-Fi system if you live in a bigger house or apartment with many rooms.

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iloxela
Member
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06-11-2016, 06:54 PM
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Sure, I'll make sure to rephrase it clearly.

It seems you're planning to use powerline adapters since your internet connection is coming through the electrical wiring in your home.
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iloxela
06-11-2016, 06:54 PM #3

Sure, I'll make sure to rephrase it clearly.

It seems you're planning to use powerline adapters since your internet connection is coming through the electrical wiring in your home.

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sledwards05
Member
51
06-12-2016, 05:11 PM
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They work unpredictably. The outcome varies based on the house's electrical wiring. I’d skip them since friends who used them reported terrible speed issues. Edited December 31, 2020 by Sir Asvald Spelling
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sledwards05
06-12-2016, 05:11 PM #4

They work unpredictably. The outcome varies based on the house's electrical wiring. I’d skip them since friends who used them reported terrible speed issues. Edited December 31, 2020 by Sir Asvald Spelling

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ThaBear
Member
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06-12-2016, 08:37 PM
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Install Ethernet cables as required.
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ThaBear
06-12-2016, 08:37 PM #5

Install Ethernet cables as required.

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BubbleGum_15
Junior Member
15
06-13-2016, 12:17 AM
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WiFi boosters reduce performance. Your problem lies here—WiFi routers work best horizontally, not well vertically. Moca works as a solid Ethernet option if you have coax close to the router and your device. If not, consider using Ethernet instead.
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BubbleGum_15
06-13-2016, 12:17 AM #6

WiFi boosters reduce performance. Your problem lies here—WiFi routers work best horizontally, not well vertically. Moca works as a solid Ethernet option if you have coax close to the router and your device. If not, consider using Ethernet instead.