wireless performance with bluetooth

Hmmmm, can't comment on that issue but I do notice that with OS 10.8 my bluetooth mouse does have a tendancy to drop it's pairing after a reboot.

(Psssst...hey Apple....an you add this to the bug list for 10.8 and maybe fix it in 10.8.1? It's annoying but not a show-stopper.)

Scott

There have been numerous reports of Retina machine having slow connections - or no connection - to wifi when Bluetooth is on. Temporary fix, I suppose, is to turn off Bluetooth and see if you get some speed increases. It sounds like a bug on the Retina display models that was supposed to be 'fixed' with ML, but maybe it hasn't been fixed after all.

Clinton

While I don't have the newest MBP, I wonder if I can help diagnose the problem as I use Bluetooth for my mouse every day. I've reviewed the problem description and I'm confused about something. Is Bluetooth being used for the network transport as well as other connections (e.g., mouse)?

I'm using standard wifi (5.2) for my network connection and I dont notice anything being off....

I do notice that my Bluetooth mouse drops its pairing when I restart my computer tho.....

Scott

Two questions come to mind....

1) what channel are you using for wifi?

2) can you change the channel to something else?

Not sure if that will help but it certainly will not make it worse.

If you don't already have it, I strongly suggest you look for a free copy if the Mac version of NetStumbler....I think it's called iStumbler or something like that (too lazy to go upstairs and fire up the MBPS to look...as I write this from my iPad). This way you can see what channels your neighbors are using and you can stay away from them as well.....

Scott

I think I am seeing the same issue when using my Jambox via the bluetooth connection. Jawbone finally got some updated software for their speaker system, which seems to connect fine, but now the wireless is going in and out or barely connected.

Just "fixed" the issue with USB 3.0 by going to a Thundebolt drive. Now the "fix" is to turn off bluetooth or buy a 5GHz router?

Not what I expected from a $3000 laptop, that is for sure. Oh, wait, plus the Thunderbolt drive, plus HOURS of time (priceless), plus?

Apple, what gives?

Also, does anyone know how to submit a bug to Apple directly? Should I get on the phone?

Get on the phone....ask for the issue to be escalated to level 2 support.

I have the same problem and only reliable workaround at the moment is to use 5GHZ wireless. Don't know why this works and can't tell you if it is software or hardware.

Interesting....sorry to hear that but interesting.

Know that Apple recent seeded an update to Mountain Lion (v10.8.1) and from what I have been reading, it likely contains something to address wifi issues...the proof however will be in the final released product.

Sorry to hear about your problem.

Scott

Thanks, DellaNewToMac!

Does anyone have advice on a good 5GHz router?

Me...personally...I use both a Netgear (3500) and the Apple AirPort Extreme for my home network.

If you're a current user / fan of Linksys, they're good too but the price point for some of their products have risen faster than I have liked.

The AirpPort Extreme is small, easy to configure and I've never had a problem. It's a little expensive IMHO but once it's set-up...you really don't need to do anything.

Same thing with the Netgear device.

I'm not a big fan of encryption as it cuts your effective bandwidth...instead I use MAC address filtering and lock the config down via scans from NESSUS. Unless you steal one of my devices and clone the MAC address...you ain't getting in...simple and effective.

The Apple router deals with MAC filtering in a somewhat "different" way that I've seen others implement such controls before. Not wacky...just...differenet.

If you've ever used Cisco or other devices, the Netgear and Linksys config methods are straightforward and easy to maintain.

From a stability standpoint, I've been reading things about Linksys having some heat issues....can't confirm however.

From an ERP (effective radiated power) standpoint...the 5GHZ implementation on the Apple AirPort is GREAT and you can bind multiple channels for even more throughput.

My recommendation would be the AirPort Extreme. (but it only has 3 1000baseT ports for wired devices)

Scott

Wow! Thanks, Scott! I appreciate your time and responses.

Here is the gig for my household network:

Windows 7 PC that my wife and I use - it is wired to my FIOS "modem" router - then I have an older Netgear N wireless router bridged from there. I need three wired connections in the main office, one of which is a "backup" connection for the rMBP. I have an Epson printer on one of the wired connections - just seems to work more reliably as an IP printer connection.

I use the rMBP out in the kitchen, about 30 feet max through two plaster walls.

I think I like the AirPort Extreme idea. They use those at the K-8 where I work and it covers things pretty well for them. I have an iPad and my wife has her iPhone, and we are thinking of Apple TV, so it might be nice to keep leaning the Apple direction.

Now - Apple needs to release the iPhone 5, and I can be assimilated completely by loosing my Android phone.

Still working on finding time to call Apple about this, but these options will help me and make things better in the long run. Just keeps costing more $$!

Thanks again, Scott!