54 MBPS instead of 300

[aronian]

I have a TPLINK 3800 Pci wireless adapter my pc is 1 floor below and across the house so I have to use a wireless adapter but I only get 54 mbps. Is there any way I can increase the speed and should I use power line instead or get an ASUS AC wireless adapter instead?

 

[aronian]

I am also using AT&T Internet along with their provided Router http://sishardware.com/imgs/a/a/n/y/e/att_uverse_gateway_broadband_router_3801_hgv_3801hgv_wireless_2wire_modem_2_lgw.jpg

 

[rdc85]

most likely your wifi network is configured to IEEE 802.11g hence u only got 54 mbps connection..

can you setting/configure the router & wifi card to enable (or only using IEEE 802.11n).. ?

 

[aronian]

It says it is using 802.11n in the utility menu

 

[mrmez]

Likely too low signal strength.

I just replaced my TP Link router upstairs, and I was getting between 50-100Mbs on my laptop.
Now getting minimum 150.

 

[aronian]

Would something like an 802.AC adapter make it better than the 802.n one i have right now

 

[mrmez]

Only if it has more/more powerful antennae.
Even then, keep in mind if your router is N, you'll still only get 300Mbs max theoretically.

 

[aronian]

Do you know any good adapters with powerful antennae

 

[mrmez]

The PCIE cards tend to be more powerful, but are located in the worst place for signal strength.

USB Wifi adapters can be moved around to get a bette signal. See if you can borrow one before you buy.

Easiest way to test is to move your router close to your computer (yes, I know you won't have internet), then check your link speed. That should confirm they issue so you can proceed with confidence.