Is your wi-fi slow? 5 checks to make at home

1. Check your router’s placement

A router stuck behind a bookshelf or in a dark corner won’t work wonders. Thick walls, metal, and even mirrors can block the signal.

Best practices:

• Place the router in a central location.
• Avoid putting it on the floor or inside a closed cabinet.
• Elevate it (for example, on a shelf).

👉 On average, poor placement can reduce performance by up to 30% (source: IEEE Communications Survey, 2023).

2. Review the number of connected devices

A typical family in Luxembourg uses between 10 and 15 connected devices (smartphones, TVs, computers, consoles, smart home devices). Each one consumes bandwidth.

• Disconnect devices not in use.
• Avoid heavy downloads during peak hours.
• Use parental controls to manage access.

An internet plan that matches your needs can also make a difference. At Eltrona, we offer different options to adjust speed and stability depen ng on your household’s usage.

3. Switch to mesh wi-fi if your home is large

If your house or apartment is over 100 m², a single router may not be enough. Mesh wi-fi creates a seamless network by using multiple access points working together.

Benefits of mesh wi-fi:

• Uniform coverage in every room.
• Fewer dead zones (remote bedrooms, attic, garage).
• Automatic switch to the strongest access point.

According to an IDC study (2024), 42% of European households equipped with mesh wi-fi noticed an immediate improvement in performance.

4. Check the quality of your internet connection

A slow wi-fi signal isn’t always caused by your internal network — sometimes the issue is the connection itself. With fiber coaxial, Eltrona delivers stable, consistent speeds ideal for multi-device households.

How to test your connection:

• Run a speed test (such as nPerf or Speedtest).
• Compare the results with your plan’s advertised speed.
• If there’s a big gap, restart the modem before calling support.

5. Update your equipment

An outdated router can limit performance. The current wi-fi 6 standard manages congestion better and delivers faster speeds.

Technical checklist:

• Check when you purchased your box/router.
• Enable automatic software updates.
• Consider replacing equipment every 4–5 years.

Before calling support, a few simple steps can already improve your connection. By optimizing router placement, managing the number of connected devices, investing in a mesh wi-fi system, or upgrading to fiber coaxial, you’ll gain comfort and stability.

👉 Check out our fiber plans designed for multi-device households and enjoy smooth internet at home.