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Originally Posted by PoorMansCamaro
I upgraded our internet to 100Mbps download speed. I ran a speed test through the wireless computer and we were only getting 13.4Mbps. Checked out my hardware and the modem was a DOCSIS 2.0 and the router was also an outdated one, and only good for maybe one computer using internet. So, I went to best buy and purchased a Netgear N600 C3700 Modem/Router combo. Got it all hooked up, called my internet provider and all was good to go. I ran another speed test and it did improve a lot, 33Mbps. My only question is, what is everyone else's download speed and what speed are you paying for? 33Mbps still seems a bit slow for the 100Mbps that I'm paying for. If I downgrade to the 50Mbps download speed package, would I still be getting the 33Mbps, or will that go down?
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Hello.
First of all, never use a modem router combo, these generally slower than their counter part.Get a dedicated modem and a Linksys router with wireless N/AC capability so you can support speed over 54Mbps.
Secondly, on the system that you're doing the test with. Make sure that your wireless adapter isn't A/B/G. You're only limited to 54Mbps with these.
Finally, depending on the strength of the wireless signal or if there are any interference, you may not get the 100Mbps advertised.
I recommend you looking in to a wireless Power line solution by Linksys.
All you need to do is plug the modem in to the source power line hub.
Plug any additional wireless hub in rooms of your house.
This will ensure 100% signal where ever you go.
Thanks