How to Improve Your NAT Type for Better Gaming Performance
Learn how to enhance your NAT type for smoother online gaming with simple router adjustments.
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Improve NAT type by opening specific ports on your router. Log into your router’s settings and forward ports related to your gaming console or PC. For example, for PlayStation, forward ports 80, 443, and 3478-3480. Enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) to automatically manage these ports. Finally, connect to your router via Ethernet instead of Wi-Fi to reduce latency and improve connectivity.
FAQs & Answers
- What is NAT type and why does it matter? NAT type determines how your gaming console connects to the internet and affects your ability to connect with other players.
- How can I find my NAT type on PlayStation? You can find your NAT type under the 'Network' settings in your PlayStation console settings.
- What does UPnP do for my gaming connection? UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows your router to automatically configure settings for devices, helping to manage ports more efficiently.
- Is it better to connect my console via Ethernet or Wi-Fi? Connecting via Ethernet usually provides a more stable and faster connection, reducing latency during gameplay.