I recently upgraded my internet service to a 500 Mbps plan from a previous 100 Mbps. While my WiFi speed is decent (around 400 Mbps when I'm close to the router), the wired connection on my computer is only giving me 100 Mbps. Here's my setup: Fiber optic internet enters the house into a bedroom, connecting to the internet provider's router. From there, a Cat5e cable extends about 10 meters outside to a Plexgear 10/100/1000 switch, which connects to various devices including two computers and a TV box via Cat6 cables. I'm suspecting a hardware issue. Can anyone help me identify the potential culprit? Shouldn't both the cables and the switch support speeds up to 1000 Mbps?
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In case anyone wonders, I figured out my issue! I switched to another network switch but had no luck initially. After inspecting more closely, I realized I used an extender for my Ethernet cable that I had forgotten about. Removing it improved my speeds significantly—up to around 500 Mbps! Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone!
Make sure your network adapter settings aren’t limiting your speed to 100 Mbps. Sometimes it's just a matter of changing that in the device properties.
It sounds like your issue could stem from the cables or the switch not being rated for gigabit speeds. I suggest trying different Ethernet cables first. I once had a cheap switch that was capped at 100 Mbps, and replacing it resolved my speed issues completely. If possible, test the speed at various points in your setup to pinpoint any bottlenecks.
When I faced a similar problem, it turned out my switch was limited to 100 Mbps. Replacing it with a gigabit switch did the trick. Always make sure you're checking the link speed between devices too. If your PC shows it's linked at 100, then something along the line is limiting the speed. Also ensure you’re not confusing MB/s with Mb/s when measuring speeds.
Check if your Ethernet devices are rated for 10/100/1000 Mbps. Also, inspect the cables for any signs of damage. Sometimes older cables can cause problems because they’re not up to the standard needed for higher speeds.
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