Slow wi fi after boot until I disconnect and reconnect

[rjs32779]

When I boot my laptop, a speed check of wi fi performance shows speeds of 10 to 20 mbs. on a mesh network of 150 to 200 mbs. I disconnect and reconnect, and test again, and get 150 mbs. Any idea of why the speed difference? Once I reconnect I achieve speeds of 150 to 200 mbs until I reboot.

[Raj_05]

Hi @rjs32779,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It sounds like there might be a few potential issues causing your Wi-Fi to slow down initially after booting up your HP laptop. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try.

• Driver Update: Make sure your Wi-Fi drivers are up to date. Sometimes outdated drivers can cause performance issues. You can update your drivers through Device Manager in Windows or through HP's support website.
• Power Management Settings: Check your power management settings for your Wi-Fi adapter. Sometimes, power-saving settings can affect performance. Go to Device Manager, find your Wi-Fi adapter, right-click, and select Properties. Look for a Power Management tab and uncheck any boxes related to allowing the computer to turn off this device to save power.
• Network Settings: Check your network settings to ensure that your laptop is connecting to the network at the highest possible speed. You can do this by going to Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings > right-click on your Wi-Fi connection > Status > Wireless Properties > click on the "Configure" button > Advanced tab. Look for options related to the Wireless Mode and ensure it's set to the highest available (e.g., 802.11ac).
• Network Card Settings: Similarly, check the settings on your network card itself. In Device Manager, find your Wi-Fi adapter, right-click, and select Properties. Look for any advanced settings related to performance or speed. Make sure they are optimized for performance.
• Antivirus/Firewall: Sometimes, security software can interfere with network performance. Temporarily disable any antivirus or firewall software and see if that makes a difference.
• Router Settings: Check your router settings to ensure it's not limiting the connection speed for your device. Look for QoS (Quality of Service) settings or any bandwidth limitations that might be affecting your laptop.
• Signal Interference: Make sure there's no physical interference between your laptop and the router. Walls, furniture, and other electronic devices can interfere with Wi-Fi signals.
• Mesh Network Configuration: If you're using a mesh network, ensure that all nodes are properly configured and that your laptop is connecting to the closest node for optimal performance.

Try these steps and see if any of them help improve the Wi-Fi speed on your HP laptop.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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