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itacarambi
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02-05-2026, 08:51 PM
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Hi, I’ve been using a regular cat-6 cable for my internet setup for years. After moving my desktop to a more accessible spot, the only way to connect was by dragging the cable through a doorway—turns out someone accidentally stepped on it. Now I have two choices: replace the cable or switch to Wi-Fi. The router is just 18 feet away. I checked another older wired computer in our home and it was performing well with 94.8 download speeds and about 22 Mbps upload. If I decide to go wireless, what speed can I realistically expect from a Wi-Fi adapter?
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itacarambi
02-05-2026, 08:51 PM #1

Hi, I’ve been using a regular cat-6 cable for my internet setup for years. After moving my desktop to a more accessible spot, the only way to connect was by dragging the cable through a doorway—turns out someone accidentally stepped on it. Now I have two choices: replace the cable or switch to Wi-Fi. The router is just 18 feet away. I checked another older wired computer in our home and it was performing well with 94.8 download speeds and about 22 Mbps upload. If I decide to go wireless, what speed can I realistically expect from a Wi-Fi adapter?

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Velizar06
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02-09-2026, 04:35 AM
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What kind of device do you have and which wireless protocols does it use? Whether you live in a remote single-family home or a city apartment, a modern router under 10 years old should deliver solid performance regardless of location.
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Velizar06
02-09-2026, 04:35 AM #2

What kind of device do you have and which wireless protocols does it use? Whether you live in a remote single-family home or a city apartment, a modern router under 10 years old should deliver solid performance regardless of location.

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KlayDog1
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02-09-2026, 08:59 AM
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Your typical speeds are around 100 Mbps for download and 25 Mbps for upload. Your latency and jitter are comparable to those from a wired connection, which is usually more stable.
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02-09-2026, 08:59 AM #3

Your typical speeds are around 100 Mbps for download and 25 Mbps for upload. Your latency and jitter are comparable to those from a wired connection, which is usually more stable.

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02-16-2026, 05:46 AM
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The router is around four to five years old. It's a Sagecom Fast 5260 model for a single-family home in a remote area. It works on both frequency bands, though I'm not certain about the exact specifications.
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peemja
02-16-2026, 05:46 AM #4

The router is around four to five years old. It's a Sagecom Fast 5260 model for a single-family home in a remote area. It works on both frequency bands, though I'm not certain about the exact specifications.

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02-17-2026, 08:06 PM
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In that scenario, simply use an 802.11ac card or adapter for your PC. It should work just fine. For best results, consider running a cable from the modem to your new PC location, though WiFi is sufficient as well.
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flamex123456
02-17-2026, 08:06 PM #5

In that scenario, simply use an 802.11ac card or adapter for your PC. It should work just fine. For best results, consider running a cable from the modem to your new PC location, though WiFi is sufficient as well.

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