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    Random disconnects : Will upgrading my wireless card help?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Question2, Jun 1, 2016.

  1. Question2

    Question2 Notebook Consultant

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    I have a clevo p151sm1b, and despite getting 5 bars of signal strength, i get random disconnects at all hours of the day, but especially during the day (where there is more interference i guess). I can get disconnected even at 3 am. No newer drivers are available.

    Someone suggested that i try upgrading my wireless card...could that possibly help? Its a RTL8723AE.

    If yes, what card should I replace it with, that will give me a stable connection? Im using the campus wifi here, and I can get disconnected even at 3 am with no interference.

    Also, does anyone know where the card is and how to upgrade it? The user manual does not mention it at all...
     
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    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @Question2 try choosing 20MHz bandwidth in adapter settings, it may help. I use Intel, but they disconnect a lot with poor routers, which is likely the case.
     
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    downloads No, Dee Dee, no! Super Moderator

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    Realtek is really poor as far as Wi-Fi cards go, so it's a safe bet it's the culprit.
    I wouldn't look for anything fancy - something like Intel 6200 is you just want a decent card, if you want more it's an entirely different story.
     
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    TomJGX I HATE BGA!

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    Agreed, Realtek wifi cards are usually nothing short of junk.. The 6200 should work flawlessly..
     
    TomJGX, Jun 2, 2016
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