4. Receive Rate (Rx) and Transmit Rate (Tx) Analysis
- In the results of the above command, find the section” Receive rate (Rx)” and “Transmit rate (Tx)”
- The numbers shown show the actual speed in Mbps
- Receive rate (Rx): Data download speed
- Transmit rate (Tx): Data upload speed
3. Check Network Adapter Speed Using Windows PowerShell
Windows PowerShell offers a more advanced and flexible way to check the speed of your network adapter. Here’s a full explanation of this method:
PowerShell Usage Steps:
- Click the Start button or press the Windows button
- Type “PowerShell” in the search field
- Right-click on “Windows PowerShell” and select “Run as administrator”
- If the UAC prompt appears (User Account Control), click “Yes”
2. Running the Main Command
- Type or copy the following command:
Get-NetAdapter | Select Name, LinkSpeed- Press Enter to execute the command
3. Understanding the Output Produced
- This command will display a list of all installed network adapters
- The “Name” column indicates the name of the adapter (e.g., “Ethernet”, “Wi-Fi”)
- The “LinkSpeed” column shows the current connection speed
LinkSpeed indicates the maximum speed of the connection between the network adapter and the network device (such as a router or switch). This value can appear in various units, such as:
- 1 Gbps (1000 Mbps) for gigabit Ethernet connections
- 100 Mbps for standard Ethernet
- 433 Mbps or 866 Mbps for Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- 1200 Mbps for Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
This information is very important because it reflects the maximum limit of the data rate that the adapter can handle under current conditions. If you are using an Ethernet connection and the LinkSpeed that appears to be 1 Gbps, then the adapter and cable used support a gigabit connection.