Why is my new pc internet slower than my old laptop?

skyaq77 · Mar 16, 2015

So I recently built a new pc. Ran some speedtest and my 2007-8 laptop download speed is 15.92mbps and when I ran it on my new pc it has 4.90.

g90814 · Mar 16, 2015

We need more information. How are your computers connecting to the internet? wireless? wired? What adapters are you using?

skyaq77 · Mar 16, 2015

Theyre both running via wireless. The adapter Im currently using is the TP link n900

skyaq77 · Mar 16, 2015

Hey, I just noticed you helped me before when my wifi is super slow because I was using Rosewill USB adapter. I bought a new adapter and although it can run the internet fine, I cannot game because its really slow. I ran some speedtest and sometimes it even go to as low as .74mbps in download speed

g90814 · Mar 16, 2015

Wireless speeds depend on so many things. Are you using 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz? What are your router settings? What wireless channels are you using.

There's a free software called INSSIDer that can help you figure out if neighbors wireless networks are interfering with yours.

skyaq77 · Mar 16, 2015

Not sure this is the link though: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007GMPZ0A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Where can i check my router settings and the channels

g90814 · Mar 16, 2015

You need to log into your router to check wireless settings. Check the user manual if you have it, or you can google it pretty easily. Usually it's at 192.168.0.1 but can be different depending on make/model.

skyaq77 · Mar 16, 2015

Ok Im in the settings, I have the 2wire thing. Where can I find what you are looking for?

EDIT: My wireless channel is set on auto so the current one is 1

g90814 · Mar 16, 2015

The settings you want to look at are wireless settings, and maybe advanced. You haven't said what router you have so can't be more specific.

skyaq77 · Mar 17, 2015

I have 2wire model i3812V

Authentication Type: WPA-PSK (TKIP) and WPA2-PSK (AES)
Wireless mode 802.11 b/g DTIM Period 1 Max connection rate 54 mbps. Is this it? sorry I am inexperienced at this

g90814 · Mar 17, 2015

thats a pretty old router... have you had it for awhile? It doesn't even have wireless N.

You might want to look into a newer one, either from your ISP (internet provider) or ask if they will let you buy your own, and have recommendations.

g90814 · Mar 17, 2015

http://www.att.com/support_media/images/pdf/uverse/iNIDv2_UG.pdf

In any case, you should set it to wireless G only, WPA2 and AES.

it also looks like you can set a power level, try making it a bit higher if possible.

skyaq77 · Mar 17, 2015

Haha yeah, I think I had it for a couple years. If I had a better router will my speed increase significantly?

g90814 · Mar 17, 2015

Well if you go to the settings I recommended, that should help some.

Your new pc can probably use wireless N at least, which can go up to 300Mbps (from wireless g's 54Mbps max). It may even do better, depending on what it is.

skyaq77 · Mar 17, 2015

Ok thanks

skyaq77 · Mar 17, 2015

But why does the download speed on my new pc slower though compare to the laptop? Is it because the desktop has more metal which makes it harder?

g90814 · Mar 17, 2015

skyaq77 :

Yes that could definitely be a reason. also your desktop may be up against a wall or something that blocks signals. Wireless is really flaky that way.

Why is my new pc internet slower than my old laptop?

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