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Wireless connection device Adapter for internet access via radio waves

Wireless connection device Adapter for internet access via radio waves

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Poop_Head27
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01-26-2026, 10:20 AM
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I recently changed my internet provider to Bell, which required installing the router downstairs due to the need for a new fiber connection hole. My PC is now upstairs and there’s no Ethernet wiring throughout the house. At the time, I considered a wireless network card since I didn’t want to invest much. I found a product on their website that seemed suitable. However, the connection performance was inconsistent—my ping was unpredictable and often high, like 1000 ms during games such as League of Legends. This issue keeps happening and the latency varies a lot. Would anyone recommend an improved card or adapter? I’m open to spending about 50 CAD.
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Poop_Head27
01-26-2026, 10:20 AM #1

I recently changed my internet provider to Bell, which required installing the router downstairs due to the need for a new fiber connection hole. My PC is now upstairs and there’s no Ethernet wiring throughout the house. At the time, I considered a wireless network card since I didn’t want to invest much. I found a product on their website that seemed suitable. However, the connection performance was inconsistent—my ping was unpredictable and often high, like 1000 ms during games such as League of Legends. This issue keeps happening and the latency varies a lot. Would anyone recommend an improved card or adapter? I’m open to spending about 50 CAD.

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tacoriffic321
Member
144
01-27-2026, 05:01 AM
#2
I use an Asus PCE-N15 wireless adapter for my computer, which supports 300Mbps and costs around £15. Occasionally I experience ping spikes, but I’m sure it’s due to my own Wi-Fi connection, not the card itself.
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tacoriffic321
01-27-2026, 05:01 AM #2

I use an Asus PCE-N15 wireless adapter for my computer, which supports 300Mbps and costs around £15. Occasionally I experience ping spikes, but I’m sure it’s due to my own Wi-Fi connection, not the card itself.

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fefe1_youtube
Junior Member
15
02-03-2026, 06:07 PM
#3
A powerline adapter could be helpful.
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fefe1_youtube
02-03-2026, 06:07 PM #3

A powerline adapter could be helpful.

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Tomcatod
Member
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02-03-2026, 07:41 PM
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The issue arises because the powerline adapter needs both connected outlets to be on the same circuit, which they aren't in your setup. Your router and PC are on different circuits.
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Tomcatod
02-03-2026, 07:41 PM #4

The issue arises because the powerline adapter needs both connected outlets to be on the same circuit, which they aren't in your setup. Your router and PC are on different circuits.