Fast internet connection available, yet video playback slows during downloads.
Fast internet connection available, yet video playback slows during downloads.
You have fast internet but experience lag when streaming or downloading mods for Arma 3. Your setup uses a direct Cat 6 connection to the router. Consider checking for interference, adjusting network settings, or testing with a different cable.
Speed isn't the same as bandwidth. Your company sets your download and upload limits, while your actual bandwidth depends on your home plan. As you begin downloading or streaming videos, you may experience delays and reduced performance.
You might consider employing QOS to manage traffic prioritization at the router level.
70Mbps isn't that quick. Steam might use up to 300Mbps, so you're fully utilizing your connection and wasting bandwidth on other services like YouTube or Twitch. You might want to implement traffic control or QoS settings to give priority to those sites if your router or network card supports it.
Your motherboard comes with an Intel NIC, which is a solid choice, but it lacks built-in software like Killer does to manage its own QoS. You’d need to verify if your router can handle it (it’s unlikely since QoS is considered advanced). Alternatively, you could install tools such as NetLimiter to restrict bandwidth usage, allowing you to cap Steam at 50Mbps.
It means that if you're consuming your available 70mbps during a Steam download, you'll start experiencing packet loss in some programs. You won't receive consistent speeds for every app.