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nicoco29
Dec 13, 2025Follower
Connection stability issues Nighthawk AX1800 USB Adapter
Hi, I from France and just bought an adapter USB the Nighthawk AX1800 WIFI USB (A7500) . I constantly encounter problems with my connection. My wifi is very slow especially in games. I tought it...
plemans
Dec 14, 2025Guru - Experienced User
What router are you connected to?
What band are you connected to? The 2.4ghz or 5ghz? (hint, make sure its on the 5ghz, 2.4ghz is a slow network sensitive to interference)
How far from the router are you?
Whats between the router and the device with the A7500? (brick walls, appliances, etc. ) Certain materials block wifi extremely well, so it's important to know what's between the 2.
nicoco29
Dec 14, 2025Follower
it’s my main router. Yes 5ghz. I am only 5 meters next to my router. There is no wall/door, only my sofa.