Need Advice
Right now I'm using Singtel's 200 mbps fibre plan with the black mio box. I'm using homeplug to connect to my room as my desktop has no wireless card. This goes the same for my bro. The master homeplug is on an extension and so is mine as well. My brother's connection is worst as his extension is already on another extension lol.
Theoretically my desktop can only reach 100 mbps as it is a very old com and on the 100mbps ethernet port. But by using homeplug and extensions etc, the speed will inevitably drop significantly. Additionally, the homeplug keeps getting DC`ed and have to keep restarting the homeplug. Sadly, direct connection is not an option for me as it is too far.
As of right now, my average speed, based on 3 tests, on speedtest.net;
Homeplug in my room
Ping - 20.67
D/L - 30.47
On my macbook pro Wireless in my room
Ping - 10.67
D/L - 33.4
On my macbook pro Wireless in the hall (Nearer to router, less obstruction)
Ping - 4.67
D/L - 70.47
At least, in theory, homeplug is the worst option for me. Even by wireless, I get lesser ping for about the same performance.
Therefore, I hope I could get some advice/suggestions.
1) Need some insights on the performance of a 802.11n wireless card on a desktop.
2) Should I get a better router and/or shift the router to a better position based on these test results?
3) My room also has an xbox so I hope I can improve my connection to it as well though it is not a priority.
Is an Access Point a good option? AP direct connection on my desktop with better wireless for my macbook and xbox.
I'm not very tech savvy so any help will be greatly appreciated.
