walt178 wrote:
maortega15 wrote:I currently have the 75/35 plan. Wired speeds are about accurate. For wirelees, I get about 18-20 both up and downstream. I spoke to a support rep earlier and he mentioned that I should change the channels and buy a 9dbi or more antenna to replace the standard ones on the router. What would your suggestion be? Would it be advisable to spend about 10 bucks on those antennas?
If it makes a difference, I live in apartment, and the Fios router is in my bedroom while my laptop is currently in the living room. My laptop is about 3 1/2 years old so I assume it has -N.
Make sure your router is set for Performance mode (802.11n) and that you are using WPA security.
Use channel 1, 6, or 11. Download Inssider and you can see what other channels are being used and then select the one with the least inteference. Scroll down until you see inSSIDer under other products.
http://www.metageek.net/products/
Your computer's wireless adapter may be n capable, but some older adapters will not provide 75/35 speeds.
Also, distance and walls will significantly effect wireless performance. Check the above then test your wireless speed near the router.
I just looked at inSSIDer and it seems that I have to pay to use it.