I have a 1000 Mbps internet connection but I can't seem to download faster than 60-65 MB/s. I understand that I won't always get the full speed due to various conditions, but I really need to download at least around 100 MB/s. It sometimes hits 70-80 MB/s, but then it drops back down to 60. Speed tests show I get around 900-930 Mbps. The setup includes a CAT 6 copper cable and an M.2 SSD with 1TB storage. I've tried everything I can think of, but nothing seems to work. Can anyone help me figure this out?
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Don’t forget that the slowest link in the chain affects your download speed. If a server is far away or has multiple bottlenecks, your speed might drop significantly. Use the "tracert" command to see where delays might be happening in the network. It could be an easy fix!
Thanks, I'll give that a shot!
It sounds like you're running into some common issues. Try downloading from servers that are known to deliver high speeds consistently. Keep in mind that you don't *need* to download at your maximum speed; it’s more about your actual usage. Just remember that ISP advertised speeds can often be theoretical and may not reflect real-world performance.
Yeah, that makes sense. Many factors affect the speed like household usage or traffic to the ISP node. It's frustrating, but these limitations are pretty typical.
In Europe, though, they can't advertise speeds you won't achieve. If they promised those speeds, they should deliver or compensate!
Also, don’t forget about the unit conversion! Your 1000 Mbps equals about 125 MB/s theoretically, so if you're getting 90 MB/s, you're actually doing pretty well. ISPs rarely allow you to hit those maximums due to various throttles.
Even with a 1000 Mbps connection, you're facing limits like server-side restrictions and the actual overhead of data transfer. It's pretty normal for real-world speeds to cap around 60-65 MB/s. It might be frustrating, but you're not alone in seeing this sort of speed.
Great advice! Tracing the route can definitely reveal where the slowdown is. Just remember that some hops might be slow for reasons outside your ISP's control.