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sarahthompson's avatar
Aug 26, 2024

How to Ensure My Device Connects to 5 GHz for Better Internet Speed?

I’m currently working on the website fominsoap.com, and I’ve been experiencing some internet speed issues. I’ve noticed that my connection speed is significantly slower than expected, averaging around 40 Mbps. I’m wondering if this could be related to my device connecting to the 2.4 GHz band instead of the 5 GHz band, as I’ve heard that the 2.4 GHz band is often slower.

Could you provide guidance on how to ensure my device connects to the 5 GHz band for optimal performance? Additionally, are there other factors I should consider that might be affecting my internet speed?

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  • michaelkenward's avatar
    michaelkenward
    Guru - Experienced User

    And your Netgear device is?

     


    Just another user with time on their hands.