Need clearer info on Wi-Fi adapters for your desktop. You just got fiber, but your current adapter isn’t working well.
Need clearer info on Wi-Fi adapters for your desktop. You just got fiber, but your current adapter isn’t working well.
I've already checked it; at 2.4 it reached only 120 Mbps. It's still slower than my phone.
Consider 20Mhz or 40Mhz frequencies. Experiment with switching. Use a Wi-Fi analyzer app on your device to identify the least congested channels and configure your network to one of those or a broader range, as overlapping networks on the same channel can impact speed.
The device you shared appears to be an AC600 adapter. It also clarifies why your connection is around 120 Mbps. I recently added this adapter to my setup: https://www.tp-link.com/us/home-networki...cher-t9uh/. I highly suggest it. Although my current speeds aren't optimal, the range and stability are excellent. This should significantly improve your results.
My phone is on channel 157 and my desktop is on channel 44. Because I don’t own the router, I can’t just ask the person who rents the connection to change it. I’m not allowed to mess with the router settings myself. Can I adjust only my desktop? How would I do that? I believe I discovered a way and Windows confirmed it—my desktop moved to channel 157, but I was seeing less than 200 while before it was over 200 in channel 44. Updated March 1, 2022 by aleamaro791
They weren't deceiving anyone... the adapter supports speeds up to 150 mbps at 2.4 ghz, and reaches about 433 mbps on 5 ghz. Combined they offer roughly 583 mbps, and with Bluetooth enabled you could hit around 600 mbps. Since you're using only the 5 ghz band, your top speeds would reach 433 mbps, but this is best achieved under optimal conditions—about 5 to 10 cm from the access point or router. The farther away you are, the more interference there is between you and the wireless device. Even your computer's enclosure could block the signal; an antenna that fits inside the adapter or is placed outside the metal casing might improve performance. Reaching a peak of 220 mbps out of a maximum of 430 mbps isn't too bad. Before upgrading, check the router's specs and match them accordingly. An external antenna could be a worthwhile purchase, and it's affordable. Alternatively, consider powerline networking—plug one device into the router's socket and connect another via Ethernet to your computer. This method can deliver higher speeds, though some users report increased latency and speed inconsistencies. It may also face problems with GFCI protection, causing slower connections or connection failures if outlets are on separate circuits in the panel. Overall, results vary depending on setup and environment.
Switching the adapter wouldn't help unless the router configurations are ideal. Would a powerline networking solution be better?
I'm taking out a rental for part of the home, which means such work wouldn't be very convenient.
It seems plugging an adapter into a nearby socket and connecting a LAN cable from the router to the adapter is inconvenient. Alright, if that’s your take, boss...