Hello everyone,
I've recently upgraded to Starlink internet, as I live in the countryside so there are no fibre options, the ADSL is 10MB/s and 4G while faster, is limited.
With Starlink, I've noticed that on my phone I can achieve download speeds of up to 300MB/s, with average speeds around 150MB/s.
However, on my laptop I simply can't get a download of more than 30MB/s, on either ethernet or wifi. I've tried loads of options in the adapter settings but no joy. I've deleted and re-installed the drivers, again no joy. As such, I reckon an upgrade to a more modern card (if possible) is the best solution.
My full spec is:
Chassis & Display
Octane Series: 15.6" Matte 3K IPS LED Widescreen (2880x1620)
Processor (CPU)
Intel® Core™ i7 Quad Core Processor i7-6700k (4.0GHz) 8MB Cache
Memory (RAM)
16GB HyperX IMPACT 2133MHz SODIMM DDR4 (2 x 8GB)
Graphics Card
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1070 - 8.0GB GDDR5 Video RAM - DirectX® 12.1, G-SYNC
1st Storage Drive
480GB KINGSTON UV400 2.5" SSD, SATA 6 Gb (550MB/R, 500MB/W)
Memory Card Reader
Integrated 6 in 1 Card Reader (SD /Mini SD/ SDHC / SDXC / MMC / RSMMC)
Power Cable
1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
Battery
Octane Series 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery (82WH)
Thermal Paste
ARCTIC MX-4 EXTREME THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY COMPOUND
Sound Card
Intel 2 Channel High Definition Audio + MIC/Headphone Jack
Wireless Network Card
GIGABIT LAN & WIRELESS INTEL® AC-8260 M.2 (867Mbps, 802.11AC) +BT 4.0, vPRO
USB/Thunderbolt Options
4 x USB 3.0 PORTS (1 x POWERED) + 1 e-SATA/USB 3.0 PORT COMBINED
Keyboard Language
OCTANE SERIES BACKLIT UK KEYBOARD WITH NUMBER PAD
Operating System
Windows 10 Professional 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence
Operating System Language
United Kingdom - English Language
Windows Recovery Media
Windows 10 (64-bit) Professional DVD with paper sleeve
Office Software
FREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft 365® (Operating System Required)
Anti-Virus
BullGuard™ Internet Security - Free 90 Day License inc. Gamer Mode
Browser
Microsoft® Edge
Keyboard & Mouse
INTEGRATED 2 BUTTON TOUCHPAD MOUSE
Webcam
INTEGRATED 2.0 MP FULL HD WEBCAM
I'm hoping it's a simple swap out for a newer card. If anyone knows if the existing card can be replaced, and maybe even suggest a new one I'd be very greatful.
Thanks in advance,
Andy
I've recently upgraded to Starlink internet, as I live in the countryside so there are no fibre options, the ADSL is 10MB/s and 4G while faster, is limited.
With Starlink, I've noticed that on my phone I can achieve download speeds of up to 300MB/s, with average speeds around 150MB/s.
However, on my laptop I simply can't get a download of more than 30MB/s, on either ethernet or wifi. I've tried loads of options in the adapter settings but no joy. I've deleted and re-installed the drivers, again no joy. As such, I reckon an upgrade to a more modern card (if possible) is the best solution.
My full spec is:
Chassis & Display
Octane Series: 15.6" Matte 3K IPS LED Widescreen (2880x1620)
Processor (CPU)
Intel® Core™ i7 Quad Core Processor i7-6700k (4.0GHz) 8MB Cache
Memory (RAM)
16GB HyperX IMPACT 2133MHz SODIMM DDR4 (2 x 8GB)
Graphics Card
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1070 - 8.0GB GDDR5 Video RAM - DirectX® 12.1, G-SYNC
1st Storage Drive
480GB KINGSTON UV400 2.5" SSD, SATA 6 Gb (550MB/R, 500MB/W)
Memory Card Reader
Integrated 6 in 1 Card Reader (SD /Mini SD/ SDHC / SDXC / MMC / RSMMC)
Power Cable
1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
Battery
Octane Series 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery (82WH)
Thermal Paste
ARCTIC MX-4 EXTREME THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY COMPOUND
Sound Card
Intel 2 Channel High Definition Audio + MIC/Headphone Jack
Wireless Network Card
GIGABIT LAN & WIRELESS INTEL® AC-8260 M.2 (867Mbps, 802.11AC) +BT 4.0, vPRO
USB/Thunderbolt Options
4 x USB 3.0 PORTS (1 x POWERED) + 1 e-SATA/USB 3.0 PORT COMBINED
Keyboard Language
OCTANE SERIES BACKLIT UK KEYBOARD WITH NUMBER PAD
Operating System
Windows 10 Professional 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence
Operating System Language
United Kingdom - English Language
Windows Recovery Media
Windows 10 (64-bit) Professional DVD with paper sleeve
Office Software
FREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft 365® (Operating System Required)
Anti-Virus
BullGuard™ Internet Security - Free 90 Day License inc. Gamer Mode
Browser
Microsoft® Edge
Keyboard & Mouse
INTEGRATED 2 BUTTON TOUCHPAD MOUSE
Webcam
INTEGRATED 2.0 MP FULL HD WEBCAM
I'm hoping it's a simple swap out for a newer card. If anyone knows if the existing card can be replaced, and maybe even suggest a new one I'd be very greatful.
Thanks in advance,
Andy
