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Re: [LUG] OT: Gigabit Network

 

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On 07/09/12 13:11, Julian Hall wrote:
> Hi All,
> 
> I'm getting *very* slow speeds on my network.  Pretty basic
> setup.. Virginmedia Superhub, NAS, PC.  Data between the NAS and PC
> obviously going through the Superhub.  All three devices have
> Gigibit ports, however I am getting speeds between 3 and 10Mb/s -
> varies depending on file size of course.  My main concern is the
> cable in use.  Currently I'm using Cat5e and the forums online give
> conflicting information regarding its' suitability, ranging from
> 'it may work' to 'it should work', up to 'it will work'.  So I
> thought I'd ask a reliable known source, you guys and gals :)  I
> don't want to be ripping out wiring and replacing it with expensive
> Cat6a (for example) if that's not where the problem lies.


Try using a regular gigabit switch to connect things together. There
have been plenty of reported problems with the "Superhub". All of
these "do everything" boxes tend to be use the cheapest possible hardware.
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