Windows 10: Why are my downloads limited to 1000mbps

Discus and support Why are my downloads limited to 1000mbps in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; when i try to download something on steam it only goes up to 1.8 mb/s and sometimes goes up to 20 randomly. I tried reinstalling the ethernet driver... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Rustam Dzhangirov, Jan 13, 2024.

  1. Why are my downloads limited to 1000mbps


    when i try to download something on steam it only goes up to 1.8 mb/s and sometimes goes up to 20 randomly. I tried reinstalling the ethernet driver and changing the speed&duplex to maximum and that doesn't seem to help.

    :)
     
    Rustam Dzhangirov, Jan 13, 2024
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  2. Rydberg95 Win User

    Ethernet suddenly running at 100Mbps instead of 1000Mbps

    Hi,

    So, a few weeks ago I had some problems with getting 1000Mbps running (it ran at 100Mbps) on the motherboards ethernet port. It ended in me buying a PCI-E express card, and the connection started running at 1000Mbps.

    The PCI-e card is of model TP-Link TG-3468.
    The router is of model ASUS RT-AX82U.
    My Windows Version is "Version 20H2 (OS Build 19042.746)"

    Fast forward to yesterday, when I (unrelatedly) installed a switch between the router and a couple of other connected devices. I noticed that my desktop computer started running at 100Mbps again, and I can't get it to run at 1000Mbps. I'm not sure that it's related to me installing the switch (it shouldn't be).

    Some things I've tried/other info:

    • The desktop computer not getting gigabit speed is not connected to the switch - it's connected directly to the router.
    • I tried connecting a Raspberry Pi 4 with the same cable that the desktop computer is using, and it gets 1000Mbps speed. So - the cable doesn't seem to be the problem.
    • I tried switching the PCI-E slot that the gigabit card is installed into, and it doesn't make a difference-.
    • I tried installing the latest drivers (both from TP-Link:s website, and Windows Update). No difference.
    • I tried forcing gigabit speed in the settings of the adapter, but it still connects with 100Mbps.
    • I tried connecting the desktop computer with a brand new cat 6 cable, and it still connects at 100Mbps.
    • I think some Windows Updates was installed a few days ago. Don't know if it could be related.

    Does anyone have any suggestions in getting my connection to run at 1000Mbps again?
     
    Rydberg95, Jan 13, 2024
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  3. Sasqui Win User
    Overclocking / Undervolting guide for Vega 56 or 64?

    Here's a quick laundry list:

    List of software to use for overclocking and testing
    Examples:
    Wattman (and how to find and use it, like an overview, including profiles)
    Unigine Valley or Heaven (use this for quick testing while changing settings in Wattman and checking for stability / artifacts) ...just suggesting this
    How to monitor cores / mem speeds and temps during testing (I've seen screen overlays, and others using GPUz)

    Step-by step overclocking in Wattman
    Fan speeds
    Power limit
    Temp limit
    Voltages
    Core speeds
    Memory speeds
     
    Sasqui, Jan 13, 2024
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  4. Why are my downloads limited to 1000mbps

    time limits in family not working

    Hi Barbara,

    We would like to know more details about your concern about the Family Safety time limit that is not working so we can better assist you. Kindly answer the following:

    • Does it happen only with particular child account?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

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    Marilou Ser, Jan 13, 2024
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