why is my wireless network connection low and reads 36 mbps when my netgear router that transmit 108 mbps?

Question

I have a 802.11g netgear router that transmit 108 mbps. I have 2 computers that use wireless connection (both use wireless g). One computer has a connection of 54 mbps and the other has 36 mbps. why is it so low when my router can transmit 108 mbps and how can i fix this problem?

Answer 1

For your Netgear router to actually deliver on the 108mbs all the wireless adapter cards will also have to be from Netgear. (Wish these manf. would make that a little more clear for people but they do and they don't) If you have wireless cards from other mfgs. they will usually only give you 801.11g speed which is 54mbs. The one that shows 36mbs just has weaker signal and has reduced the speed to still allow the connection. (Interference, distance, sensitivity of the wireless adapter etc.)

The only place this is even a consideration is between your LOCAL machines. Your internet connection speed is well below 54 or 36mbs so your internet speed is not being affected at all. Going to 108 won't speed up your 3 or 6 mbs internet!

Hope that helps, Merry Christmas and God Bless.

Answer 2

This has to do with how good the connection is between router and computer. To warrant this, you will need either (1) a stronger router or (2) move the router closer to the computer.

You can also try and see if there are any other devices in the wireless path interfering with signal. LIke a refridgerator, microwave, stereo, telephone, or any other device that put out waves.

Answer 3

All wireless divices need to be able to tranmit at 108 on some wireless routers you can srt it up to only connect to G at 108 only this can boost your signal speed

But all adapters need to be able to transmit at that speed