Given the disparity between the Ethernet and wife speeds is it likely that the router is the problem and it's time to upgrade? Or could it be the laptop?
Any suggestions would be much appreciated! Cheers.
Given the disparity between the Ethernet and wife speeds is it likely that the router is the problem and it's time to upgrade? Or could it be the laptop?
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Sideface: Like you, I'm on VF cable 50/2Mbps.
Cisco DPC3008 modem.
Asus RT-N66U wireless router.
I get full advertised speeds via ethernet AND by wireless.
Yes, it probably is time to get a better router.
But first, install inSSSIDer free on your laptop, and wander through the house checking signal strength and other transmissions on your channel.
inSSIDer 4 will help you get started by answering these questions:
- Do I see all my Access Points and SSIDs?
- Are my access points on the right channels?
- Do I have adequate signal strength?
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Sideface: I get 50Mbps with Wi-Fi 802.11n 2.4 GHz using an Asus RT-N66U.
I get much less with 5GHz - don't know why.
Jase2985:Sideface: I get 50Mbps with Wi-Fi 802.11n 2.4 GHz using an Asus RT-N66U.
I get much less with 5GHz - don't know why.
still haven't said what devices you are using to connect to the network.
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