Wireless routers often operate at multiple speeds depending on several factors. If you are experiencing issues throughput performance issues when operating an application using a Wi-Fi connection.
The first step in determining if the actual Wi-Fi connection speed is to ensure that the TCP/IP connection between your PC and the radio hardware is not over-subscribed.
NOTE: Wi-Fi is a half-duplex network connection, so the maximum theoretical throughput that can be realized is one-half the Speed value shown below.
Below are several procedures for determining your wi-fi connection speed for different versions of Windows.
Windows 8.0/8.1
- Press the Windows key + D on your keyboard to show the Desktop.
- Right-click the wireless adapter icon located at the bottom-right corner of the Desktop screen, then click Open Network and Sharing Center.
- On the Network and Sharing Center, click the Wi-Fi connection.
The Wi-Fi Status window will appear showing your computer’s wireless connection details. The Speed section indicates the connection speed between the wireless adapter and the router. See below.
Windows Vista/Win 7
- Click on the Wireless icon on the task bar or at the bottom-right corner of your screen and select Open Network and Sharing Center.
- On the Network and Sharing Center window, click the Wireless Network Connection option.
The Wireless Network Connection Status window will appear showing your computer’s wireless connection details. The Speed section indicates the connection speed between the wireless adapter and the router.