ubuntu and d-link dsl-g604t speed probs

[James Takac]

Hi NoOp

On Wed, Jun 18, 2008 at 4:45 AM, NoOp <glgxg at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> On 06/17/2008 03:46 AM, James Takac wrote:
> > Hi Guys
> >
> > Just trying to cover all my bases on this one. Currently the modem is up
> and
> > running but am experiencing speed probs, i.e. dialup speed on a broadband
> > connection. Dowload speed is supposed to be 1.5 mips but obviously am not
> > getting that for any more than a few min once the modem is hard reset,
> i.e.
> > turned off and on again. Been looking online to guage what my prob could
> be
> > to no avail so far. Can supply any info needed to figure this out if any
> here
> > can help. I know it might be line probs, exchange probs, server probs,
> modem
> > settings,...........  Wireless is working fine though (all in one adsl2+
> > modem and wireless router). Will be thankfull for any attempt
> >
> > James
> >
>
> Pull your filters and connect directly to the phone connector, then
> test. It is not uncommon for dsl filters to go bad. When they do, they
> weaken the signal & the ISP's equipment will train down to lower speeds.
> I had some grounding problems on my telco line last month & ended up
> adding a grounding rod. Prior to that I was burning out dsl filters at
> the rate of about 1 per month so I'd keep several new filters in the
> parts bin.
>
> That I've already tried as well. Also made the phone cables as shoe\rt as
> possible as per my isp's suggestions. They suggested no longer than 3
> meters. I have now all up no more than 6 inches, i.e. 2 * leads that come
> with filters. I've changed filters, modems, leads, unplugged the phone,
> without the filter, with the filter............. you get the pic. Spoke with
> my isp's tech support, researched online (various forums and google),
> emailed the manufacturers support for the modems. I've checked the settings
> for the modems (netscape dm111p, netcomm1300b, and d-link dsl-g604t
> (generation ii). I have a reasonable understanding of the modems and their
> settings. I understand port forwarding for the various programs
>

Something I also see via online is that all the recent rain may be causing
at least in part my probs
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