Issues with internet connection only on specific devices
Issues with internet connection only on specific devices
I have shared this earlier in the MB area, but I hadn't intended to do it again here. Sorry about that! Everyone, it's been a while since I joined. I'm dealing with an odd issue on my main rig. I own a 300/15 dual band router with a 24-lane modem. On any other device except my main driver, speeds are consistently above 260 Mbps. This applies to all Wi-Fi networks unless they're 2.4GHz and my wife's setup matches exactly. On my main driver, I only see around 60 Mbps. I'm at a loss. Other computers on the same port using the same cable are performing normally, so the problem seems to be with the rig itself. What I've tried: uninstalled/reinstalled drivers, switched ports, adjusted BIOS settings, turned off power-saving features, forced gigabit negotiation, and performed full power cycles. If I can't reinstall Windows, anyone have suggestions? My specs are Intel 6700K OC'd to 4.7GHz, ASUS Maximus Hero VIII G-Skill Trident 3200 x16Gb, ASUS Strix 1080, Windows 10 Pro 1809 (note it can wipe files).
You're asking about reinstalling drivers from the manufacturer's site and whether the router has unique Ethernet ports with varying speeds. You also mentioned testing internet connectivity using a live Linux OS on an external drive as a way to verify if the issue lies with the hardware or software. The note about forgetting Linux if you're not familiar with it is helpful for clarity. Updated November 16, 2018 by DarkEnergy
I’ve been handling Linux for years, mainly during high school. I double-checked the router ports and confirmed there aren’t any speed differences. I consistently achieved over 250 Mbps on this port using my current setup. I reinstalled the LAN driver manually from ASUS and avoided letting Windows handle it automatically. Usually I connect to port 1, but I’ve also tested other ports. My laptop works well with the same cable across all ports, giving solid speeds. I also refreshed the BIOS on the modem. Still feeling a bit stuck—any tips could be useful.