To switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi, you can either change your device's network adapter settings (Windows Device Manager) to prefer the 5GHz band or, for more control, log in to your router's admin page to separate the 2.4GHz and 5GHz network names (SSIDs), then connect your device to the 5GHz SSID. The router method is often best as it lets you see both networks clearly, but checking device settings or updating drivers is also crucial for compatibility.
Log into your router settings online (check the back of your router for login details). Select the Advanced Settings or Advanced Wireless Settings option. Click the enable 5 GHz option. Turn separate bands on so that you can manage which band you join.
5 GHz will give you more signal strength and faster speed over a shorter range, compared to 2.4 GHz.
It is your end device not the router that decides which to connect to. Depends on the device but many you can force it to use 2.4 or 5 even with the same SSID. You are always better off using different ssid.
Swapping Out Your Router
Plug an ethernet or coaxial cable into the wall. Connect the cable to your modem and then connect the modem to your router. Then, plug in the modem and router. To set up the router, type in its IP address into your browser.
Tap Wi-Fi, then tap the gear/cog icon next to your connected network. Look for Wi-Fi Frequency Band or Advanced Settings. Select 5GHz only (or “Prefer 5GHz”). Your phone will now stay on 5GHz whenever it's available.
5ghz wifi has a closer range than 2.4hz don't forget about that. the issue could be that your router is set to 2.4ghz/5ghz automatic mode and your wifi keeps having to switch between the two because you are a few walls away from the router and 2.4ghz goes through walls easier.
Look on the back of your router for the IP address or search online using the model number of your router, then follow the instructions to login. Once logged in look for the setting to change the 'wireless band' or 'enable split banding' on your router. This is often in the advanced settings tab.
Make sure that your device is 5 GHz WiFi capable
Some IoT devices and WiFi-capable printers, for example, only connect to the 2.4 GHz band. Check the manufacturer's documentation for your device to see if it supports 5 GHz WiFi.
Many routers available in the marketplace currently are dual band equipped. There are two main ways to connect to wi-fi on a dual band router: Separated SSIDs: Broadcasts separate 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi networks at the same time.
Type of Device and How it's Being Used
Ideally, you should use the 2.4GHz band to connect devices for low bandwidth activities like browsing the Internet. On the other hand, 5GHz is the best suited for high-bandwidth devices or activities like gaming and streaming HDTV.
All you need is the confidence to open your computer, remove the old card, and slot the new one into your motherboard (some cards also have a Bluetooth connector). A Wi-Fi card for your PC will likely include a PCI-e adapter, a bracket that screws into place, and a couple of adjustable antennas to screw onto the back.
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Yes, 5GHz Wi-Fi can go through walls, but its range and ability to penetrate walls are generally less effective compared to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi.
Apple platforms supporting Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 6E can join Wi-Fi 6E networks that are discoverable on 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz channels, and on 6 GHz Preferred Scanning Channels, where 6 GHz is allowed by regulatory domain.
The process, assuming they are separate, is: Remove router #1. Install router #2 in the same place with the same Ethernet cable. Configure router #2 with the same SSID (network name) and password that you currently use with router #1.