Network bottleneck issue in switches
Network bottleneck issue in switches
Your connection speed is stable at 90-100 Mbps, but you're experiencing poor performance. The router is downstairs, so you connected two Cat6 cables with an extension in between and linked them to a switch with two PCs. It's possible the switch is limiting your bandwidth. Check the switch settings or consider upgrading to a higher-speed switch if needed.
Yes, your connection only supports handshaking at 100Mbps since you're using a 10/100 switch. Upgrade to a 10/100/1000 switch or a model with Gigabit LAN capability. Most wireless N or AC routers offer this feature. You can purchase an affordable Linksys or Dlink router for around $10-15, disable its access point, and it becomes a cost-effective alternative.
You're stuck because of that switch. Gigabit ones are affordable, so grab one or use an older router.
What function are you referring to? It operates between 90 and 100, meaning you should specify which one you're paying for. Once clarified, I can provide a detailed response.
Your connection from WAN to LAN consistently delivers 100Mbps across all devices. To boost performance further, you’d need to upgrade your ISP plan. LAN-to-LAN speeds are capped at 100Mbps by your switch. This could be manageable for some if peer-to-peer transfers aren’t frequent, given your current 100Mbps WAN to LAN setup. However, heavy LAN-to-LAN file transfers would benefit from switching to gigabit-capable hardware.
Running an Internet speed test measures your actual performance without extra loads, which we call real-world speed for easier understanding. To achieve 100Mbit, you'd need to exceed that network capacity significantly. You might not lose more than 10-20Mbps, but using a hub instead of a switch can severely limit performance, especially when connecting multiple cables. A Gigabit switch is affordable and should address these issues effectively.