Too many devices connected and your router is slowing down
Your router is struggling because too many devices are connected and using bandwidth at once. Disconnect devices you're not using right now. Gaming consoles, old laptops, smart home gadgets, second phones.
Every device connected to your router shares the same internet connection like guests at a dinner table sharing one water pitcher. When many people are drinking at once, everyone gets less. Disconnecting idle devices frees up bandwidth for the ones in use. If you have too many devices always connected, you need QoS or a better router.
- ✓Have access to your router's admin settings to see how many devices are actually connected
- ✓Note which devices you actively use and which ones sit idle in the background
- ✓Have your router login details ready or be able to find them on the sticker on the back
- ✓Keep speedtest.net available on one device so you can run a speed test immediately after changes
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Leaving devices connected even when not using them. They still use some bandwidth and compete for router resources
- Only checking one speed test result. Speed fluctuates, run it three times and use the average
- Not restarting the router after enabling QoS. Changes don't take effect until the router restarts
Signs you need professional help
- If you've disconnected idle devices and speed is still slow when everyone's online, or if you can't find how to enable QoS on your router, or if speed is still poor even though only a few devices are connected, get in touch and we'll help.
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