100/100 Line...what are the speed tests out there over wireless?

[Glock26]

I know that you lose a bit if you are connecting over wifi, and that pings will take a bit longer.
But I am just curious as to what sort of speeds people are getting over wifi.
Yes, it also depends on multiple other factors like distance from router and make of equipment etc.
But still curious.
My uploads are always around 80 Mbps, but downloads using local servers seem to be around 65 to 75 at best, connecting to local servers.
However, to overseas servers, I am somtimes (like now) getting a pathetic 10-15 Mbps to most of the London servers, and about 30 Mbps to New York.
I am in the same room as the router, signal is perfect.

Just wondering if there are any diagnostics I can or should be running or things I should be checking.
Aside from Speedtest.net I don't know a reliable way to check my performance of my fibre.

 

[Genisys]

Depends, budget allows for better equipment which in turn offers a bit more speed.

 

[supersunbird]

I know that you lose a bit if you are connecting over wifi, and that pings will take a bit longer.
But I am just curious as to what sort of speeds people are getting over wifi.
Yes, it also depends on multiple other factors like distance from router and make of equipment etc.
But still curious.
My uploads are always around 80 Mbps, but downloads using local servers seem to be around 65 to 75 at best, connecting to local servers.
However, to overseas servers, I am somtimes (like now) getting a pathetic 10-15 Mbps to most of the London servers, and about 30 Mbps to New York.
I am in the same room as the router, signal is perfect.

Just wondering if there are any diagnostics I can or should be running or things I should be checking.
Aside from Speedtest.net I don't know a reliable way to check my performance of my fibre.

Why not run a network cable and test the same things? If you get similar result you know where the problem is.

 

[gfmalan]

I know that you lose a bit if you are connecting over wifi, and that pings will take a bit longer.
But I am just curious as to what sort of speeds people are getting over wifi.
Yes, it also depends on multiple other factors like distance from router and make of equipment etc.
But still curious.
My uploads are always around 80 Mbps, but downloads using local servers seem to be around 65 to 75 at best, connecting to local servers.
However, to overseas servers, I am somtimes (like now) getting a pathetic 10-15 Mbps to most of the London servers, and about 30 Mbps to New York.
I am in the same room as the router, signal is perfect.

Just wondering if there are any diagnostics I can or should be running or things I should be checking.
Aside from Speedtest.net I don't know a reliable way to check my performance of my fibre.

 

[MrDraytek]

Tested just now with a DrayTek VigorAP 902 WiFi access point, on speedtest.net.

 

[MJ89]

Local test

London test

Ap ubiquiti ac lite

 

[MJ89]

Local test

London test

Ap ubiquiti ac lite

You can also check our Wifi speed with wifi sweet spots to get an idea of your Wifi’s local network speed.

 

[cavedog]

Huawei Ecolife HG8245H ONT. No router after ONT only the ONT.

Wifi:

Ethernet:

 

[Glock26]

Ugh..hate you guys. How the hell are you getting those speeds?
Do I have to log a call with CISP? Going to check the connection via cable this weekend, but if I am not getting close to 100/100 then there is no point paying for those speeds.

What diagnostics can i be doing other than a speed test? And is there any configuring of the router that I can try?

Thinking of ditching the provided router and trying my adsl Asus DSL AC68U, since I believe i can use it and configure a port.
Not sure if that will make a difference. Would love to see real 100/100 speeds.

 

[EasyUp Web Hosting]

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Tested just now with a DrayTek VigorAP 902 WiFi access point, on speedtest.net.

You are disqualified. The question was for 100/100mbps.

 

[MrDraytek]

You are disqualified. The question was for 100/100mbps.

Haha my bad! Will manually throttle the speed next time to keep it within scope

 

[Glock26]

Well, since you obviously represent Draytek networking products and routers etc...how about some general tips on maximising speeds, router setups, any tips and tricks etc?
What should ppl be doing to maximise their fiber experience?

 

[Soul Assassin]

Well, since you obviously represent Draytek networking products and routers etc...how about some general tips on maximising speeds, router setups, any tips and tricks etc?
What should ppl be doing to maximise their fiber experience?

Buy a proper router/AP.

 

[blunt]

would be useful to find out how far away from the router and if there are any walls etc. between (brick / drywall)

if you're standing next to your wifi router that's fine but it's not really helpful

 

[MrDraytek]

Optimizing your WiFi

Well, since you obviously represent Draytek networking products and routers etc...how about some general tips on maximising speeds, router setups, any tips and tricks etc?
What should ppl be doing to maximise their fiber experience?

Absolutely - happy to help.

To get the most out of your WiFi, there are loads of variables, many to do with each unique space or environment, but I'll try to touch on a few tips, and perhaps others can jump in where I miss anything.

First of all, of course, we recommend using DrayTek WiFi access points (APs), since we know that they all support the features needed for those speeds, like 802.11ac WiFi, etc.

Further than that, because 802.11ac only operates in the 5Ghz radio band, ensuring that your client devices support- and connect to- your 5Ghz SSID will allow them to run at the best speed. That said, also ensure that your 5Ghz SSID(s) is configured for using 802.11ac.

If you have a large, or well-insulated area to cover, you may need multiple access points. Ensure that all of those access points aren't broadcasting their signal on the same channel, to minimize any crosstalk-like effect. For example, three AP's all running on 2.4Ghz should be each be configured on either channel 1, 6 and 11 respectively. DrayTek AP's support automatic channel selection to help with this.

Regarding security - try to use WPA2-PSK only. That ensures not only that you're best protected against key cracking, but that your network will run at the fastest possible speed.

Ensure that you're using the appropriate trasmit power on the AP - usually by default they are set to use 100% power, but sometimes if you have many AP's in an open/small space, its worthwhile dropping that power to avoid any overlap.

For more info on the topic, you can also check out this article published on MyBB a few months back:
https://mybroadband.co.za/news/industrynews/200656-can-your-wifi-speed-keep-up-with-fibre.html

Those are just a few quick tips to help optimize your wireless network, but of course we provide full support to DrayTek users

 

[blunt]

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[blunt]

Absolutely - happy to help.

To get the most out of your WiFi, there are loads of variables, but I'll try to touch on a few and perhaps others can jump in where I miss anything.

First of all, of course, we recommend using DrayTek access points, since we know that they all support the features needed for those speeds, like 802.11ac WiFi.

Further than that, because 802.11ac only operates in the 5Ghz radio band, ensuring that your client devices support- and connect to- your 5Ghz SSID will allow them to run at the best speed. That said, also ensure that your 5Ghz SSID(s) is configured for using 802.11ac.

If you have a large, or well-insulated area to cover, you may need multiple access points. Ensure that all of those access points aren't broadcasting their signal on the same channel, to minimize any crosstalk-like effect. For example, three AP's all running on 2.4Ghz should be each be configured on either channel 1, 6 and 11 respectively.

Regarding security - try to use WPA2-PSK only. That ensures not only that you're best protected against key cracking, but that your network will run at the fastest possible speed.

Ensure that you're using the appropriate trasmit power on the AP - usually by default they are set to use 100% power, but sometimes if you have many AP's in an open/small space, its worthwhile dropping that power to avoid any overlap.

Those are just a few quick tips to help optimize your wireless network, but of course we provide full support to DrayTek users

Any particular reason you say channel 1/6/11?

 

[MrDraytek]

Any particular reason you say channel 1/6/11?

In short, it's because most (other) channels overlap, but by using channels 1, 6 and 11, you can be sure to not run into that issue, thereby allowing for optimal performance.

 

[jacof]

At work.

http://www.speedtest.net/my-result/i/2241907274

 

[Glock26]

Appreciate the tips...good info.
In my case, I am in the same room as the router, few meters away. But prefer not to run a cable just yet. But it is line of sight.