How replace network adapter(realtek)?

[alex323]

Hello guys, my current network adapter(Realtek fast enthenret adapter) supports at max 100 mb/s
, but i want to upgrade my internet packet to 150 mb/s. Thus, i need to replace my network adapter,

How can pull out this thing, and what i should replace it with?

 

[kanewolf]

You can't "pull out this thing" That "thing" is just the plug. The ethernet controller is a chip on the motherboard. You will have to add a network card or use a USB network adapter. USB2 can support 400Mbit so you won't get gigabit speeds but you should be able to get the 150.

 

[aquielisunari]

You can't "pull out this thing" That "thing" is just the plug. The ethernet controller is a chip on the motherboard. You will have to add a network card or use a USB network adapter. USB2 can support 400Mbit so you won't get gigabit speeds but you should be able to get the 150.

Agreed.

You should have someone who is knowledgeable with PCs clean it out. That is a very dirty PC. Take a look at that thing under that fan. It's a heatsink. It helps to wick away heat from the CPU. The fan then helps to exhaust that hot air. BUT when it's clogged with dust, the heatsink can't breath and the PC could unexpectedly shutdown or other issues could arise.

 

[Colif]

You can't "pull out this thing" That "thing" is just the plug. The ethernet controller is a chip on the motherboard. You will have to add a network card or use a USB network adapter. USB2 can support 400Mbit so you won't get gigabit speeds but you should be able to get the 150.

Agreed.

You should have someone who is knowledgeable with PCs clean it out. That is a very dirty PC. Take a look at that thing under that fan. It's a heatsink. It helps to wick away heat from the CPU. The fan then helps to exhaust that hot air. BUT when it's clogged with dust, the heatsink can't breath and the PC could unexpectedly shutdown or other issues could arise.

PC will run cooler and quieter as well. That may not be a priority but as above states, it will help parts survive longer. Helps to clean PC every 6 months or so.

I assume you don't have a case windows in your Aerocool case. The giant fan on roof of case will be more efficient as well if its clean.

 

[alex323]

So, i should purchase that chip? Or speakin of USB, doesnt USB provide slower connection compared to chip?

 

[alex323]

You can't "pull out this thing" That "thing" is just the plug. The ethernet controller is a chip on the motherboard. You will have to add a network card or use a USB network adapter. USB2 can support 400Mbit so you won't get gigabit speeds but you should be able to get the 150.

So, i should purchase that chip? Or speakin of USB, doesnt USB provide slower connection compared to chip?

 

[aquielisunari]

You can't "pull out this thing" That "thing" is just the plug. The ethernet controller is a chip on the motherboard. You will have to add a network card or use a USB network adapter. USB2 can support 400Mbit so you won't get gigabit speeds but you should be able to get the 150.

So, i should purchase that chip? Or speakin of USB, doesnt USB provide slower connection compared to chip?

A network card was suggested. Something like https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Gigabit-Network-Adapter-EXPI9301CTBLK/dp/B001CY0P7G might work but I am not seeing a PCIe slot. I think I might see a PCI slot peeking out from under the heatsink.

Make and model of motherboard? https://www.piriform.com/speccy/download can tell you if you don't know.

 

[USAFRet]

So, i should purchase that chip? Or speakin of USB, doesnt USB provide slower connection compared to chip?

You can't just replace the "chip" on the motherboard.

Either a PCIe ethernet adapter, or a USB ethernet adapter.

 

[alex323]

You can't "pull out this thing" That "thing" is just the plug. The ethernet controller is a chip on the motherboard. You will have to add a network card or use a USB network adapter. USB2 can support 400Mbit so you won't get gigabit speeds but you should be able to get the 150.

So, i should purchase that chip? Or speakin of USB, doesnt USB provide slower connection compared to chip?

A network card was suggested. Something like https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Gigabit-Network-Adapter-EXPI9301CTBLK/dp/B001CY0P7G might work but I am not seeing a PCIe slot. I think I might see a PCI slot peeking out from under the heatsink.

Make and model of motherboard? https://www.piriform.com/speccy/download can tell you if you don't know.

Yeh, u right PCiE slot taken by video adapter, and that white slot for PCI. Motherboard Name ASRock H61M-VS3 . So, should i get USB network card?

 

[kanewolf]

There is a PCIe x1 slot. Something like this might work depending on clearance to the cooler -- https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833328033

 

[aquielisunari]

http://www.asrock.com/MB/Intel/H61M-VS3/index.asp

- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot


https://www.amazon.com/H50218-Internal-Express-Gigabit-Ethernet/dp/B008BU92W8 is my recommendation.

 

[alex323]

http://www.asrock.com/MB/Intel/H61M-VS3/index.asp

- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot


https://www.amazon.com/H50218-Internal-Express-Gigabit-Ethernet/dp/B008BU92W8 is my recommendation.

Thanks for answer mate. So, that white slot above blue slot(video card) is PCiE after all not PCI? All slots are PCIE? And whats the difference between 10$ and 60$ network adpaters? If i get one for 10$, will it be slow af? My current is Realtek

 

[aquielisunari]

Kanewolf makes brings up a very good point. You need to be certain your heatsink/fan isn't blocking the installation path. You also need to know if you need a low-profile or standard size network card.

according to MFG that H50015 is equipped w/ standard profile bracket, if you need low profile,version, pls purchase H50070 instead. H50070 is a low profile Gigabit PCI adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/ask/questions/asin/B008BU92W8/2/ref=ask_dp_iaw_ql_hza?isAnswered=true#question-Tx3027SF6J8HAQN

Which case do you have?

It won't be slow as long as your internet isn't. It's better than that integrated unit.