So, I’ve been messing around with my Playstation lately, trying to get the best possible connection. I heard about this thing called “aifilter” and decided to give it a shot. Here’s how it went down:
First, I did some digging around online. Honestly, it wasn’t super easy to find clear, step-by-step instructions. A lot of forum posts, but nothing really concrete. I finally pieced together enough info to feel like I had a basic understanding.
Getting Started
The whole idea is to prioritize the Playstation’s traffic on my network. I figured this might help with lag and improve my online gaming experience. My router has some QoS (Quality of Service) settings, so I started there.
I logged into my router’s admin panel – usually by typing something like 192.168.1.1 into my browser. Found the QoS section, and… it was kind of confusing. Lots of options, and I wasn’t sure which ones to tweak.
- I found my Playstation’s MAC address. This is like a unique identifier for the console. I needed this to tell the router which device to prioritize.
- I played around with different settings. Some routers let you set priority by device, others by application. I tried both.
- I did a lot of trial and error. I’d change a setting, then hop on a game of Call of Duty to see if it felt any smoother.
The Results
Honestly, it’s hard to say definitively if it made a HUGE difference. Some games felt a little smoother, but it could have been placebo. I didn’t do any scientific tests or anything. It was more of a “feel” thing.
One thing I did notice is that my download speeds on my computer seemed a little slower when the Playstation was prioritized. Makes sense, I guess. The router was giving more bandwidth to the console.
Overall, I’d say it was worth a try. It didn’t magically transform my connection into god-tier internet, but it might have helped a bit. I’m still experimenting with different settings to see if I can find the sweet spot.
If you’re struggling with lag on your Playstation, it might be worth looking into your router’s QoS settings. Just be prepared to do some tinkering and don’t expect miracles. It’s more of a fine-tuning thing than a complete overhaul.
