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SpiritWarrior · 04-02-2011, 08:29 PM

I am assuming by covering the basics you changed out your DSL filter and (if there is a phone attached) have made sure both connections are in the right slot. This can cut your bandwidth down to 1/3 - happens more than one would think.

Soft reset + power cycling rather than the standard "hard" resetting can sometimes do the job - worth a try.

Otherwise, update your modem/router. 2004 is quite a stretch. Look into getting a router come modem combo, just easier to deal with in my experience. Brands make little difference once they work, they work. I get a new one every 2 years from AT&T when I renew my contract with them. Usually they deliver their latest model free so I upgrade anyway.

04-02-2011, 08:29 PM	#6
SpiritWarrior Jack Burton Join Date: May 31, 2002 Location: Ireland Posts: 5,854	Re: Ok you PC techies! (DSL issue) I am assuming by covering the basics you changed out your DSL filter and (if there is a phone attached) have made sure both connections are in the right slot. This can cut your bandwidth down to 1/3 - happens more than one would think. Soft reset + power cycling rather than the standard "hard" resetting can sometimes do the job - worth a try. Otherwise, update your modem/router. 2004 is quite a stretch. Look into getting a router come modem combo, just easier to deal with in my experience. Brands make little difference once they work, they work. I get a new one every 2 years from AT&T when I renew my contract with them. Usually they deliver their latest model free so I upgrade anyway. __________________ Still I feel like a child when I look at the moon, maybe I grew up a little too soon...