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How to Change MTU Size on Windows 11
Your sites could load faster with a change in MTU settings!
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Updated onOctober 25, 2024
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Problems may arise if your system sends or receives data with the wrong MTU size. In this guide, we’ll show you how to change the MTU size on your Windows 11 PC.
How do I modify MTU settings on Windows 11?
Before going through the steps below, take note of the following:
Below is how you can adjust your MTU settings:
1. Use the Control Panel
2. Use the Command Prompt
How to verify the changes and ensure optimal performance
After changing your MTU settings on your Windows PC, we recommend running a few tests to ensure everything is working as intended:
A key tell-tale would be to run a ping command. If your gaming performance has improved, file sharing is faster, and sites load a little bit faster, you can conclude the change in MTU settings was successful.
However, if the result is vice versa, and you experienceslow internet speeds, it is possible the process was unsuccessful.
Hopefully, these steps have enabled you to edit your network settings for the best MTU value optimization.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
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