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[Solved] Windows 10 Version 1709 Update: Slow Page Loading Despite Normal Ping and Download Speed

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  • #1 17103488
    LancerZ
    Level 9  
    Hello,
    After installing the Windows 10 update (to version 1709), the internet began to behave strangely. The pages load slowly, but the ping and download speed work as expected. When loading pages at the bottom of the browser, the message "Connecting to a host" appears and stops at this point for a few seconds and then loads the page. The content of the page is read aloud but also slowly eg. Twitch.tv practically at all and sometimes I have to refresh the page so that anything will show up.
    UPC supplier, result from speedtest: link

    The problem only appears on the home network, the pages load very quickly when connected to a hotspot on the phone. I've done a lot in this case, so I'll try to write this out:

    1) I set DNS to public
    2) I cleaned DNS
    3) I switched on the emergency network and still the same
    4) Scanned by antivirus, nothing found
    5) I cleaned the registry with CCleaner and all files
    6) This is happening on every browser
    7) I unplug the cable from the computer, I even tried to connect to the network via WiFi, the same
    8) I have disabled some chroma accelerations and other such things, but as I wrote above, this happens on many browsers
    9) I tested what it looks like on the second computer. It's a bit worse when it comes to parameters, but everything loads faster.

    I was combining a horse uphill and I can not remember what I was doing, but it was a lot. I would like to solve it somehow, but honestly, I do not have any ideas anymore.
    If nothing can be invented anymore, the format will go, and maybe it will help ...
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  • #2 17103556
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    An antivirus?
    Reinstall the network card - just remove it from the manager, let it install the windows and set everything by default, as there are several cards (wifi, eth, BT ...) it's everything, it broke itself, let it "fix it" ;) .
    Another matter of the proxy settings, you may have ticked "automatically detect" then it actually becomes for a few seconds when establishing a connection.
    https://answers.microsoft.com/pl-pl/windows/f...mi-proxy/75317945-c273-4482-b59b-cc6dca1678f8
    I'm just gluing it in case you would like to ask where to set it.

    So for starters, what was dawning on me.
    I'm asking for an antivirus because some wonderful inventions will install their filters / protocols and it's different with that, God forbid Avast :D
  • #3 17103587
    kondzio2003
    Level 15  
    If the same computer connected to one network has a problem with loading pages and then connected to the other network, this problem does not mean that it is not the fault of the network card. I would bet on a too long DNS server response - maybe the vendor's configured DNS server has some problems that may resolve over time. Try to set up an alternative public DNS server and compare.
  • #4 17103603
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    kondzio2003 wrote:
    If the same computer connected to one network has a problem with loading pages and then connected to the other network, this problem does not mean that it is not the fault of the network card. I would bet on a too long DNS server response - maybe the vendor's configured DNS server has some problems that may resolve over time. Try to set up an alternative public DNS server and compare.


    Eee no no buddy, windows 8 and 10 detect "different" network and can do such a circus, it's not XP that you do not connect it works.
    Besides, you do not read, he wrote that he was typing public DNS.

    To windows 8 and 10 you have to go as if to a down-type child, start with the simplest type of thing - blow the card. And often it is surprisingly effective. It's that hands fall on these redmond creations, well, people like them, they have it.
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  • #5 17103604
    LancerZ
    Level 9  
    The only antivirus I have at this moment is Windows Defender. Previously, I installed Malwarebytes to scan, did not detect it, I removed it.
    I have uninstalled the first item from this screen: https://i.imgur.com/dALbZ9G.png
    Nothing could.
    After all, how to connect to another network, the internet works well, so the equipment is rather efficient.

    As for the proxy, I actually had it set to Automatic, now I have this: https://i.imgur.com/5TmG8Ye.png
    The issue still exists.

    DNS is set to public (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) and still the same

    // internet I have after the cable, no wifi (at this point, if I want wifi then I have a card for usb)
  • #6 17103625
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    You entered DNS and the rest of the settings you have with DHCP or finger?
    Check what you can enter from your finger.
  • #8 17103632
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    Check what IP network your network is working on and enter an IP. (IP, mask, gate)
    You can also try to disable the ipv6 protocol.
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  • #9 17103638
    kondzio2003
    Level 15  
    After changing DNS for sure I would restart the system.
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  • #10 17103655
    LancerZ
    Level 9  
    Okay, so:
    1) After granting Ip and DNS, the Internet was even worse (unusable)
    2) After disabling ipv6, only youtube and google worked (other websites were still trying to load but none of them worked)
    3) After sending the DNS and restarting it is still the same.

    I noticed a strange relationship now, namely Google and YouTube work normally and efficiently (which I would not do, whether it would automatically give me dns and ip or turn off ipv6), other sites already worse.
  • #11 17103694
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    Did you reset UPC hardware?
    Do you have an additional router or just a "modem"?
  • #12 17103701
    LancerZ
    Level 9  
    internet from UPC.

    there is one router in the network, roommates also use it.
  • #13 17103730
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    Connect the computer directly to the modem for a while.
    Leaving everything on the computer on the computer (DHCP).
  • #14 17104329
    LancerZ
    Level 9  
    I will say yes, I have done reset your computer's settings to the initial state and for now it seems that the internet works as it should. However, Windows is an interesting software.
    Thanks to everyone for trying to help :)
  • #15 17104347
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    LancerZ wrote:
    However, Windows is an interesting software.


    So interesting that since the appearance of 8 and 10 people do not even want to reply to the forum, sad but true.
    We returned to the win95 era: it does not work: c: format.
  • #16 17105700
    rafish
    Level 13  
    oh yes, this 10 is a misunderstanding, each update corrects one, the other breaks, I have the impression that MS does everything (bypassing whether consciously or not) that people abandoned Windows and changed to other systems, and this case described in this topic it's nothing new, unfortunately ... I'm curious to know one thing, since you made a reset to the initial state, you removed the updates, and if so, what will happen when these updates are reinstalled ...
  • #17 17105763
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    Unfortunately, 99.8% of people have it somewhere.
    The remaining 0.2% come to work in the morning and wonder who the hell he broke in the night and broke the equipment (when turning off on the fajrant threw a patch).
    :D
  • #18 17106405
    KOCUREK1970
    Network and Internet specialist
    LancerZ wrote:
    After installing the Windows 10 update (to version 1709), the internet began to behave strangely.

    You may need to install tons of new updates to this compilation:
    https://support.microsoft.com/pl-pl/help/4043454
    LancerZ wrote:
    However, Windows is an interesting software.

    Because it's like MS says - not the operating system and the service ...
  • #19 17106448
    kondzio2003
    Level 15  
    KOCUREK1970 wrote:
    Because it's like MS says - not the operating system and the service ...


    In a way ... you buy one time, but you have the upgrade service all the time :)

Topic summary

✨ After upgrading to Windows 10 version 1709, users experienced slow page loading despite normal ping and download speeds. The issue was isolated to the home network, with pages loading quickly on mobile hotspots. Troubleshooting steps included setting public DNS (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4), cleaning DNS, scanning for malware, and adjusting proxy settings. Suggestions from the community included reinstalling the network card, checking DNS server response times, and disabling IPv6. Ultimately, resetting the computer's settings resolved the issue, restoring normal internet functionality.

FAQ

TL;DR: After Windows 10 1709, page loads can pause for a few seconds; helpers recommend turning "automatically detect" off and resetting NIC/DNS. Try network reset, reinstall the adapter, update 1709, or test a direct modem link. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103556]

Why it matters: For Windows 10 users seeing "Connecting to a host" stalls despite normal ping/speed, this FAQ shows practical home‑network fixes.

Quick Facts

Why are pages slow after Windows 10 1709 even though ping and download look fine?

Typical culprits are proxy auto‑detection (WPAD), DNS hiccups, or driver/stack issues after the update. Antivirus HTTPS filters can also delay handshakes. Start by disabling auto‑proxy, flushing DNS, and reinstalling the NIC. If the stall is only on your home network, suspect router configuration too. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103556]

How do I fix "Connecting to a host" pauses that last a few seconds?

Turn off Proxy > Automatically detect settings, flush DNS, and reset Winsock. Test again in multiple browsers. If delays persist, reinstall the network adapter and check for cumulative updates to 1709. Finally, try bypassing the router by connecting directly to the modem with DHCP enabled. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103556]

What quick fix actually solved it for the original poster?

The OP performed Reset this PC (restore to initial state). After that, browsing worked normally again. That is a heavier fix but effective when stack tweaks fail. In this thread, one PC reset was reported as the resolution. Back up data first if you choose this path. [Elektroda, LancerZ, post #17104329]

Should I disable "Automatically detect settings" in Windows proxy options?

Yes, if your network has no proxy. Auto‑detect can stall initial connections for a few seconds. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Proxy, and turn it off. As one helper noted, delays happen during connection establishment when it is enabled. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103556]

How do I reinstall the network adapter in Windows 10?

Use Device Manager to remove and let Windows re‑add the adapter.
  1. Open Device Manager and expand Network adapters.
  2. Right‑click your adapter > Uninstall device > Restart.
  3. Windows reinstalls it with defaults. “Start with the simplest—blow the card.” Re‑test after reinstall. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103603]

What DNS settings should I try, and should I restart after changing them?

Switch to a reliable public DNS and test again. After you change DNS, restart Windows to ensure resolver caches and services restart cleanly. This helps rule out long DNS response times or stale entries that cause page stalls despite a healthy link. [Elektroda, kondzio2003, post #17103638]

Why did only Google and YouTube load while other sites failed?

The OP saw that behavior after disabling IPv6. Some services still resolved or used cached routes, so two major sites worked while others stalled. Leave IPv6 enabled unless you are isolating a problem. Re‑enable it and retest to restore normal site reachability. [Elektroda, LancerZ, post #17103655]

Should I disable IPv6 to troubleshoot?

Use it only as a brief test, then re‑enable it. In this case, disabling IPv6 made most sites fail, with only Google and YouTube loading. That indicates IPv6 off can mask or worsen issues rather than fix them. Keep IPv6 on for everyday use. [Elektroda, LancerZ, post #17103655]

Can antivirus or TLS filtering cause slow first page loads?

Yes. Some antivirus suites install traffic filters that intercept HTTPS and add latency. If you installed or updated such tools, temporarily disable network scanning and retest. One helper warned that certain popular AV tools can complicate connections after updates. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103556]

How can I isolate my router or modem as the cause?

Connect the PC directly to the modem for a short test, leaving Windows networking on DHCP. If pages load fast there, your router’s DNS/proxy or firmware may be at fault. Reboot or reset the router, or update its firmware, then reconnect through it. [Elektroda, bestboy21, post #17103730]

Will resetting the router help?

It can. The OP later noted a router reset. If your symptoms disappear after a router reset, the issue likely lived in the router’s state, DNS proxy, or cache. Reconfigure cautiously after the reset and test again to confirm stability. [Elektroda, LancerZ, post #17140445]

What if a second PC on the same network is faster?

That points to configuration on the slow PC, not the ISP. Check proxy settings, DNS, and driver state. Try alternative public DNS to avoid slow provider resolvers. If the hotspot works but home LAN doesn’t, focus on local stack and router. [Elektroda, kondzio2003, post #17103587]

Do Windows 10 1709 cumulative updates address networking quirks?

Yes. Install the latest cumulative updates for your 1709 build; they include quality and reliability fixes. As one member quipped, “not the operating system and the service,” so patching is expected. Reboot and retest after updating to the latest build. [Elektroda, KOCUREK1970, post #17106405]

If nothing works, should I use Reset this PC? How?

Yes, as a last resort. It resolved the issue for the OP. Steps:
  1. Settings > Update & Security > Recovery.
  2. Under Reset this PC, select Get started.
  3. Choose Keep my files, then proceed and retest after reinstall completes. Back up important data first. [Elektroda, LancerZ, post #17104329]

Does setting a static IP help?

It may not. The OP reported that assigning manual IP and DNS made things worse. Unless you must use static addressing, leave IP configuration on DHCP while testing. Focus on proxy, DNS resolvers, and adapter reset before forcing static settings. [Elektroda, LancerZ, post #17103655]
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