Windows 10: Not getting full Wi Fi speeds with Broadcom 802.11ac

My pc only gets 50 Mbps wifi while my mac and phone get 300. I've checked to make sure the driver is updated.

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Gigabit Wi-Fi at last? 802.11ac "wave 2" arrives

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D-Link Adds 11AC Connectivity to Line of Wi-Fi Range Extenders

Eliminating Wi-Fi dead zones and broadening the range of a wireless network, D-Link today announced its latest Wireless AC1200 Dual Band Gigabit Range Extender (DAP-1650) and Wireless AC750 Dual Band Range Extender (DAP-1520). Both extenders offer the latest 11AC Wi-Fi technology and deliver wireless signals to those hard-to-reach areas for seamless video streaming, online gaming and other everyday Internet activities.

For added flexibility, both extenders are backwards compatible, enabling users to extend the reach of their existing 11N as well as 11AC Wi-Fi networks. The new extenders also allow users to add 5GHz connectivity to a single band network with the push of a button.







"As more mobile devices and connected devices come into the home, the amount of time spent online as well as the need for stronger wireless signals continues to surge," said Daniel Kelley, vice president of marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. "D-Link's latest range extenders offer 11AC speeds and are backwards compatible, allowing users to keep their current Wi-Fi standard without having to upgrade right away. Both provide a quick, easy and secure boost to your current network, enabling you to use a range of mobile devices and even add dual band connectivity to an existing home network."

The DAP-1650 and DAP-1520 deliver AC1200 (N300 + AC867Mbps) and AC750 (N300 + AC433Mbps) wireless speeds, respectively. Serving as a cost-effective, fast performance media bridge, the DAP-1650 is equipped with four Gigabit Ethernet ports for reliable wired connectivity ideal for media centers, game rooms and home offices. For reduced interference, both the DAP-1650 and DAP-1520 offer dual band connectivity, effectively turning a single router into a dual band solution. Both range extenders feature an enhanced user interface for advanced configuration settings and one-touch configuration. Simply push the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the range extender and then on the router or access point you want to extend, and the range extender will automatically configure itself.

More About the Wireless Range Extenders

• Wi-Fi Protected Setup - Push button for easy connection to a wireless network
• Flexibility - Compatible with any wireless router brand
• Wireless AC - High-speed wireless connectivity to devices
• Dual Band Connectivity - Unique D-Link feature utilizes 2.4 GHz band to communicate with the existing router while broadcasting both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals to connected client devices
• Backward Compatible - Wireless 802.11n/g/b/a backward compatibility
• Secure Wireless Encryption - Offers WPA or WPA2 security

Availability and Pricing
D-Link's Wi-Fi AC1200 Dual Band Gigabit Range Extender (DAP-1650) and Wi-Fi AC750 Dual Band Range Extender (DAP-1520) will be displayed at the 2014 International CES, Jan. 7-10 in Las Vegas. Both range extenders will be available throughout D-Link's vast network of retail and e-tail outlets in the United States. Detailed specifications and information are available online at www.dlink.com/dap-1650 and www.dlink.com/dap-1520 and availability and retail pricing is as follows:

• Wi-Fi AC1200 Dual Band Gigabit Range Extender (DAP-1650) - available in February for $89.99
• Wi-Fi AC750 Dual Band Range Extender (DAP-1520) - available in February for $59.99

 

Broadcom Doubles Wi-Fi Speeds with First Six Stream 802.11ac MIMO Platform

Broadcom Corporation, a global innovation leader in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications, today introduced the industry's first six stream 802.11ac MIMO platform for home networks. Broadcom's 5G WiFi XStream is up to 50 percent faster than MU-MIMO routers and gateways. The new platform has twice the bandwidth of existing 802.11ac routers and gateways, and provides advanced software to double performance of today's best-selling Wi-Fi devices for high-definition (HD) streaming and data consumption. By offering Wi-Fi data rates up to 3.2 Gbps, Broadcom's 5G WiFi XStream delivers an ideal experience for users who are simultaneously consuming more data, connecting Internet of Things devices and streaming HD content to multiple screens.

Broadcom's Intelligent Quality of Service (iQoS) advanced software identifies incoming traffic and allocates bandwidth so that applications like Netflix or YouTube get the highest priority while other applications, like file downloads, run at a lower priority. Broadcom's SmartConnect software automatically ensures that 802.11ac devices in the home are not sharing airtime with slower Wi-Fi devices. This process doubles the performance of all devices in the network.

"With the booming Internet of Things ecosystem and demand to wirelessly stream simultaneous HD content on smartphones, tablets and smart TVs, home networks today need a premium performance router that recognizes individual bandwidth requirements for an optimal experience," said Rahul Patel, Broadcom Vice President and General Manager, Wireless Connectivity Combos. "As the first company to introduce 802.11ac products and with our 5G WiFi technology powering routers from the top five router companies, Broadcom adds a new industry first with the 5G WiFi XStream platform."

"ASUS has recognized the significant potential of 802.11ac technology since its introduction," said Tenlong Deng, ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Vice President of Networking and Wireless Devices Business Unit. "With Broadcom's powerful new 5G WiFi XStream platform, we can help our customers connect more devices and simultaneously stream more HD content."

"As the proliferation of devices in the home continue to grow, the home router will become even more critical to manage all the devices connected to the Internet and the network," said Mike Chen, Belkin Vice President of Product Management. "With Broadcom providing chipsets that enable Wi-Fi speeds up to 3.2Gbps; will help us further innovate to deliver new solutions that will enable consumers to experience all that the Internet of things has to offer."

"With an average of seven Wi-Fi devices for every Wi-Fi enabled home today, predicted to grow to an average of 11 Wi-Fi devices in 20171, now is the time to future proof home networks," said Patrick Lo, NETGEAR Chief Executive Officer. "Broadcom's six stream 802.11ac platform and advanced software provides us with the foundation to create products for the connected home of today and tomorrow."

Key Features

• Broadcom's 5G WiFi XStream is a MIMO platform for home routers that includes six 802.11ac streams and three 802.11n streams that run simultaneously. Highlights include:
• Five core "Penta Core" central processing unit (CPU) made up of two 5GHz radios and one 2.4GHz radio as well as 2.96 GHz processing power to maximize network capacity
• Support for recently released spectrum from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) through simultaneous multichannel capabilities in 5 GHz band to enable six 802.11ac streams over 160 MHz of bandwidth
• Greatest reach and rate at range through high power RF on upper 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands
• Better range for video streaming with transmit beamforming and AnyBeam technology
• SmartConnect software to ensure each Wi-Fi device operates on best frequency band in one of three appropriate wireless channels
• Automatic separation of coexisting 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi devices into distinct frequencies
• BroadStream Intelligent Quality of Service (iQoS) software to identify incoming traffic and allocate appropriate bandwidth for priority applications
• Wireless Insight software as visual tool to allow users to easily notice and diagnose common Wi-Fi issues, reducing the cost of ownership
• Standards compliance to ensure all Wi-Fi CERTIFIED devices seamlessly interoperate and benefit with the new platform