Airport Extreme (Mid-2005)

Question

Not exactly sure if this is where to post, but if there are any moderators that see's this being in the wrong place, please move it if you could.
I have Mid-2005 AirPort Extreme, 20mb per/s internet (Broadband) and I'm getting 4mb - 6mb per/s, I believe that the AirPort is just getting old and it worn out. 4 Laptops have used it for 3 years. For the past four months, 7 computers have been connected with it. I've reset the configurations to it's maximum, I keep checking to make sure that it won't change. *Anyway possible that I can make it so it's doesn't make the computers have a weak signal and have slow internet connection without buying a new one just to save $180? I have considered an new one though, not much of a problem.*
I'm sure it's not the internet, I've used the cord from the internet modem and plugged it into a computer and tested it at "SpeedTest.net" and I get 17 - 19 MB per/s.
Help is very appreciated! Thanks!

Answer 1

Wildmnky247, welcome to the discussions!
I can't speak for other users of course, but the likely reason that you have not seen a response to your original post is that we simply don't know.
You're asking about performance in your network, but didn't tell us anything about one of most important elements....the quality of your cabling. The regular contributors to the forum do not engage in guesswork and rarely offer a personal opinion on an issue. You are really asking for both in your post.
You say that you believe that your Extreme is old and worn out. I take that at face value. Why not investigate whether Apple will allow you to return a new Extreme for credit or refund within a short period if you don't feel that it offers improved performance in your network?
Please post back on your findings to share with other users if you decide to make changes in your network.