Issue persists with packet loss from your computer to the modem-router despite replacement.
Issue persists with packet loss from your computer to the modem-router despite replacement.
Hi, I'm experiencing major packet loss on my Wi-Fi network, which has disrupted my connection to game servers and caused noticeable delays. After checking with traceroutes and pingplotter, it looks like the issue starts at the first hop (computer to router/modem). *Note, I used a 2-in-1 router modem (myrepublic wifi hub+) and swapped it for a TP-link VR600V. This resolved packet loss and latency after the initial step, but still shows high loss at the start (over 99%).* I've adjusted settings like channel and bandwidth, tried both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, and updated drivers/firmware. Packet loss drops to about 1% when using an Ethernet cable on my laptop, though that's not possible for my desktop. This suggests a potential problem with the router's Wi-Fi performance, especially since it's connected to two different devices. Any advice would be greatly appreciated as I'm unsure how to proceed. Thanks, Michael
I also swapped out the previous unit, so everything should be fine.
Is your laptop experiencing identical packet loss while using WiFi? Are you located in an apartment or close to multiple Wi-Fi sources? You might want to tweak your router's channel settings.
It showed up on three different gadgets, and I adjusted the speeds and frequencies without success. Since you're in a fairly calm neighborhood, there shouldn't be significant disruptions.
It seems like you're focusing on environmental aspects. The router replacement has already worked well, and Ethernet is functioning properly. There haven't been any new electronics or electrical changes in the house. Honestly, I tend to avoid Wi-Fi unless necessary... I usually steer clear of it for reasons like this.
Basically nothing comes to mind, honestly it's been a bit ongoing and I only decided to tackle it yesterday. It's odd since I only have the router next door, and I still get the same outcomes when placing my laptop near it. It's really confusing. I'm even questioning whether I ended up with two unreliable network cards or routers. I don't want to buy another one just to test this out.
I’ve experienced this before during the 802.11 B/G era with a WRT54g router. Placing the laptop close to the router made connecting nearly impossible, and even when it did connect, it wouldn’t reach anything beyond the local network. The main issue was the channel selection—I lived in a townhouse on the ground floor of a large building, surrounded by many Wi-Fi signals. As I explored different channels, one proved to be ideal, which finally resolved the problem. I’m sure this might sound like a trivial suggestion, but do you have someone who’d be okay testing your router setup at their home to see how it performs? I also suspect you’ve got two separate Wi-Fi devices on different systems, which is quite surprising.
It seems like you're considering a few options here. If the router isn't working, you might want to check its functionality or contact the manufacturer. If it is working, you could explore troubleshooting steps. Thanks for reaching out and sharing your thoughts!