Internet connection is slow

when I wake my imac from sleep it takes a long time to connect to the internet. This has happened since I updated to Monterey


iMac 21.5″, macOS 12.3

Posted on Apr 24, 2022 07:24 AM

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Posted on Apr 24, 2022 04:23 PM

Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.


NOTE: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following; 

• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed

• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)

• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically

• Disables user-installed fonts 

• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files


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Apr 24, 2022 04:23 PM in response to BiffoBails

Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.


NOTE: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following; 

• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed

• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)

• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically

• Disables user-installed fonts 

• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files


Apr 24, 2022 08:26 AM in response to BiffoBails

I also get a short delay on Ethernet as well.


There is really no reason to sleep newer Mac’s as you come and go during the day. Go to the Energy Saver Preference and check “Prevent your Mac from automatically sleeping….” and just allow the Display(s) to turn off after 10 to 15 minutes.


Personally I use the following Energy Saver settings in Monterey.


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