Windows 7 Experiencing High Latency and Disconnections in Warcraft 3 with Intel Ethernet

[Guldan]

I'm using my onboard intel ethernet because apparently there are no drivers for my macronix PCI ethernet card.

Anyways I installed warcraft 3 and it lags like crazy and randomly disconnects me, resource monitor shows my latecy goes up to 200-300+ during the game. Anyone else having issues like this and solved them perhaps?

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems you're experiencing latency and disconnection issues while playing Warcraft 3, even after installing it on your system. Let's address the problems step by step:

Latency and Disconnection Issues in Warcraft 3:​

1. Update Network Drivers:
   • Since you're using the onboard Intel Ethernet, ensure you have the latest drivers installed. Outdated or incompatible drivers can lead to network issues.
   []Network Troubleshooting:
   • Check for any background applications consuming network resources and causing latency. Close unnecessary programs while gaming.
   []Game Settings:
   • Lowering the game's graphical settings can reduce the strain on your system and potentially improve performance.
   []Firewall and Antivirus:
   • Ensure that your firewall and antivirus software are not blocking Warcraft 2 or interfering with your network connection.
   []Network Optimization:
   • You can try optimizing your network connection using tools like TCP Optimizer to tweak network settings for better gaming performance.

     Community Solutions:​

   • Community Forums: Visit forums or discussion threads related to Warcraft 3; you might find solutions or tweaks suggested by other players who have faced similar issues.

• Gaming Communities: Join gaming communities or Discord servers where players share troubleshooting tips and solutions for various games.

  Performance Monitoring:​

• Use Task Manager or a third-party performance monitoring tool to keep an eye on system resources while playing Warcraft 3. This can help identify any resource-hungry processes causing lag. If you've tried these steps and are still facing issues, let me know, and we can explore further troubleshooting options or community recommendations.