Macbook Pro M1 Slow WiFi

I have the same issue 14" MacBook Pro M1 Max 12.2.1 OS. iPhone killing it 650MB/s, 2015 MBP 11.2 OS killing it 600MB/s. This M1 Max MBP was downloading at 200 Kilobytes/s...no kidding. I unchecked the Limit Internet Tracking on Network Settings. The speed went to 650MB/s.

Wi-Fi slow and/or disconnecting— current accommodations include:

• Updating to the very latest version of Monterey.

• Checking the [√] ask to Join new networks check box:

AND purging the list of potentially-available networks in this pane:

System preferences > Network > Wi-Fi > (Advanced) ...

... to leave ONLY the networks you might really join:

>> all of these reduce the number of networks your Mac is evaluating on a moment-by moment basis, looking for a better connection.

• set

System Preferences > Network > Wi-Fi > (advanced) >TCP/IP > IPv6 ... to Link-local only

ON may cause routing activity that interferes with your networking. OFF will make it hard to find printers and other services on your network.

If you have enabled ANY VPN features in system preferences > network

these can interferer with regular network operation.

“Limit IP address Tracking” has been shown to be an issue on some Networks (this example is for Ethernet):

If you continue to have trouble after using these steps, create a new named Network "Location" -- a collection of settings applied "all at once" when you select it. Every new named "Location" you create starts with all defaults, which lets you walk away from any bogus settings that might be causing you trouble:

How to use network locations on your Mac - Apple Support

How to use network locations on your Mac - Apple Support

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Hi smsilver28,

Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. We know how important having reliable internet is, and we're happy to share some information to help.

It sounds like you've already done a lot of great troubleshooting on your own. We do want to make sure no steps are missed and recommend working through the following:

*Check your Wi-Fi connection

If you usually connect to the internet using a Wi-Fi network, make sure you’re connected to the Wi-Fi network.

If you’re connected to the Wi-Fi network but you can’t connect to the internet, there might be a problem with the network’s internet connection. If you set up the Wi-Fi network using an AirPort device (such as an AirPort Extreme), you can get information about the device and its internet connection by using AirPort Utility. For more help while using AirPort Utility, choose Help > AirPort Utility Help.

*Check the status of your network connections

You can check your settings and the status of each network service, such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and Bluetooth, in Network preferences.

On your Mac, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Network .

The network service you are using should have a green indicator and the word “Connected.”

To view more information about your network service, click to select it.

*Check your cables and external devices

Make sure all cables are properly connected. If you’re using an external modem, be sure one cable firmly connects the modem to your computer, and another connects the modem to a working wall jack.

Check that all external devices such as modems, hubs, and routers are plugged in, turned on, and have started up completely. Try resetting these devices by unplugging them for a couple of minutes, then plugging them back in.

Check the indicator lights on the device to see whether it’s registering a connection to the network and to your computer. If an indicator light does not come on, refer to the documentation that came with your device or contact your ISP.

See more about those steps here: Solve internet connection problems on Mac

Thanks

smsilver28,

You may find improved performance from following the guidance listed here: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points

If the issue persists we also recommend reviewing your Mac for any software or settings that can modify internet speed.

Best regards.

Hi smsilver28,

Thanks for your patience while we were troubleshooting this issue. From here, we'd recommend getting in touch with Apple Support to investigate this issue further. You can reach out to them using the following link: Get Support

Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. Have a nice day.