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Both ethernet and wi-fi connection extremely slow. We have an older computer and it is receiving over 300 Mbps and laptop less than 90, wi-fi much worse. It used to be fast, but after a windows reload, it slowed by over 3 times

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@BrianPM 

 

What is your machine ?

 

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@BrianPM 

 

Its specs

 

         https://support.hp.com/au-en/document/c05178685

 

It only has

 

Wireless connectivity
802.11b/g/n (1x1) and Bluetooth® 4.0 combo
Network interface
Integrated 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet LAN

 

Both are slow by today standard. You can upgrade its wifi adapter using

  • Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo part # 806723-005
  • Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo part #863934-855

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