I've been encountering an issue with my USB WiFi adapter disconnecting every time I initiate a heavy download. Specifically, it drops the connection around 1GB into the download, and I have to reconnect to the network. I suspect that the USB adapter might be faulty, but I'm also limited by my setup because I have a Micro ATX motherboard that lacks onboard WiFi and doesn't have another PCIe slot for an additional WiFi card. Any suggestions on how to resolve this issue?
2 Answers
Honestly, most USB WiFi adapters don't perform that well, especially under heavy usage. You might want to consider getting a newer, more reliable adapter or look for one that's known for better performance.
It sounds like you might have a faulty dongle. What specific model are you using? Sometimes older USB WiFi adapters just can't handle heavy loads without disconnecting.
I'm using the 8812BU USB WiFi adapter. Could that be the problem?
Yeah, I've heard that Realtek adapters can be hit or miss. Any recommendations for a better option?