- 1). Move closer to the wireless router to boost the signal. The closer you are to the router, the less distance the signal has to travel. If you are some distance from the router, the signal may have to travel through several walls or floors to reach you. That can cause a sluggish connection.
- 2). Check for interference near your computer and near the router. Metal objects should be kept several feet away from both the computer and the router. Keep both components up off the floor and away from walls. Move any electronic devices several feet away. Electronics such as phones and microwaves use similar frequencies, so they may break up the signal before it gets to your computer.
- 3). Try switching the channel the router is using. Consult your owner's manual to learn how to change the channel on your particular model.
- 4). Make sure that your wireless router software and your network adapter software are up to date. An out-of-date software program may not be receiving or transmitting the signal correctly.
- 5). Purchase a new antenna or a new network adapter card. A new antenna may be larger and more powerful than the current router antenna. If your network adapter card has gone bad or can't keep up with the signal, an upgraded card may solve the problem.
- 6). Use a wireless repeater to boost the signal if you can't move the router closer to your computer. A repeater acts as a router so that you can make the signal area larger. If you're using the computer several rooms or floors away from the router, the repeater can help the signal reach you faster.
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