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    torrents and routers

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by jhwyung, Dec 11, 2005.

  1. jhwyung

    jhwyung Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys
    I have a question, when im connected to a wireless router my connection blows. I tried to port forwarding and my speeds still suck <5kb/s on most torrents. Even setting my computer as the DMZ still slows the speeds down to nothing. When I'm connected to the modem directly (not using a router) my speeds go up to 300k/s when using torrents. Now when I switch to bitcomet the speeds improve but still suck compared to it w/o the router. Any help?
     
    jhwyung, Dec 11, 2005
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  2. dietcokefiend

    dietcokefiend DietGreenTeaFiend

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    What router are you using?
     
    dietcokefiend, Dec 11, 2005
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  3. nickspohn

    nickspohn Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    The speed are always different for different set ups.
    This you can do:
    Go to the routers website and look for downloads/firmware and upgrade it.
    Check to see if there is any interference as in Cordless Phones, TV's, Kitchen Appliances, etc. Those can kill a signal. Also, how far are you away from the router when downloading.

    And always remember to download legal stuff

    Nick
     
    nickspohn, Dec 11, 2005
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    skl-tor Notebook Enthusiast

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    skl-tor, Dec 13, 2005
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