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Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 06:39
Just out of interest, considering the "updates" to the network were supposed to have finished earlier, has anyone been up'ed to the 20mbit/s yet? I haven't - I expect to have to wait until the 1st May, but what the heck.
DarkGashX
27-04-2007, 06:45
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/15.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Doesn't look like it for me. May need to reset my modem though?!
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 06:54
Actually, sorry - I thought the updates were goign to be completed this morning, but it looks like they go on until early Sunday morning. =[ (29th) Obviously in preperation for the 20mbit
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Still, anyone on the 20mbit?
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Ok, my upload speed just went awful...https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/13.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
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https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/14.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
This is weird, I've never experienced an upload as slow as this... perhaps it's a sign
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Must be speedtest.net - http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177653229&v=1210767
Fri, 27 Apr 2007 05:54:31 GMT
1st 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
2nd 512K took 484 ms = 1057.9 KB/sec, approx 8717 Kbps, 8.51 Mbps
3rd 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
4th 512K took 594 ms = 862 KB/sec, approx 7103 Kbps, 6.94 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 8612 Kbps, 8.41 Mbps
Nope, imma reboot the modem when i go get a drink though.
http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177653382&v=1210769
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/12.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 06:56
Hey Druchii, I've been sending you messages all night - you going on steam?
Hey Druchii, I've been sending you messages all night - you going on steam?
Nope. Projects are in for today... I still have 3 to complete >< Albeit 1 of them is almost done.
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 06:58
Fri, 27 Apr 2007 05:57:08 GMT
1st 512K took 344 ms = 1488.4 KB/sec, approx 12264 Kbps, 11.98 Mbps
2nd 512K took 500 ms = 1024 KB/sec, approx 8438 Kbps, 8.24 Mbps
3rd 512K took 406 ms = 1261.1 KB/sec, approx 10391 Kbps, 10.15 Mbps
4th 512K took 765 ms = 669.3 KB/sec, approx 5515 Kbps, 5.39 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9152 Kbps, 8.94 Mbps
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Ok then. You still haven't finished them xD?
Fri, 27 Apr 2007 05:57:08 GMT
1st 512K took 344 ms = 1488.4 KB/sec, approx 12264 Kbps, 11.98 Mbps
2nd 512K took 500 ms = 1024 KB/sec, approx 8438 Kbps, 8.24 Mbps
3rd 512K took 406 ms = 1261.1 KB/sec, approx 10391 Kbps, 10.15 Mbps
4th 512K took 765 ms = 669.3 KB/sec, approx 5515 Kbps, 5.39 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9152 Kbps, 8.94 Mbps
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Ok then. You still haven't finished them xD?
Nope. And i have a sneaky suspicion the deadline for one of them was actually LAST friday :(
Nice speeds this morning btw :)
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 07:06
One more, I think - https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/11.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
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Ouch. Last Friday, wouldn't they have mentioned that the work was late?
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Network Access : Allowed
Maximum Downstream Data Rate : 10240000
Maximum Upstream Data Rate : 512000
Maximum Upstream Channel Burst : 1600
Maximum Number of CPEs : 1
Modem Capability : Concatenation Enabled, Fragametation Enabled, PHS Disabled
Still same old. Same old.
They might have mentioned it, but they're most likely to mention it when i go to hand it in... And it's late. I lost my hand in schedule :(
Same speeds after resetting btw.
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 08:06
Guess I can wait 'til may 1st anyway...probably ;)
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/10.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Opera = Huge latency!
still on 10mb here in south wales from cardiff headend https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/8.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/9.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Fri, 27 Apr 2007 08:05:14 UTC
1st 512K took 250 ms = 2048 KB/sec, approx 16876 Kbps, 16.48 Mbps
2nd 512K took 250 ms = 2048 KB/sec, approx 16876 Kbps, 16.48 Mbps
3rd 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
4th 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 17453 Kbps, 17.05 Mbps
A good day so far, no doubt it will change :)
Got 20Meg here, Guildford area.
Looks like the ambit120 is only good for about 12/13 meg, so I'll have to get a new modem when the procedure is up on their site.
fred54321
27-04-2007, 09:55
will be a delay im sure not even on there site yet.so dont hold all your breaths some:dunce: have it london etc trail areas anyway.
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 10:21
Nice speeds mart!
Guildford was changed yesterday but not by a forced firmware uppgrade. A power off hard reset loaded the new file.
Other than files from very fast download servers I feel that most people will hardly notice the difference from 10 Megs.
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 10:26
Got no idea when the NW Chester area will be enabled for 20mbit/s
im on 20Mb here in Beckenham, Kent on Bromley platform.
Was getting 15mbps this morning, in evenings though it falls to 4.6 constant max so some sort of traffic shaping going on I think, rockets back to 12-14 around midnight ish
nice speeds though, I like it a lot when it works :)
btw on ambit 200 silver modem
I`ve had up to about 15mb in Kidbrooke this last few days but not seen it hit 20 yet...In fact thats just with the bbmax test i get that pretty consistantly.
The speedtest.net tests vary though from 4mb up to 11mb depending on server and time of day.
I`m wondering if this little modem is even capable of more than the 15 i`ve seen so far(NTL 120.).
pnlambert
27-04-2007, 11:52
Well, just got myself installed (after moving house), and I can happily say - That is fast!!!
www.speedtest.net (http://www.speedtest.net) - terrible, seeing 7Mbit, but if I go to jolt and download from their fast server then I see a nice round 2.4MB/s.... (measured with dumeter), its sweet....
Hope you are all up on 20Mbit soon :)
-Paul
fryster2005
27-04-2007, 14:57
1st 512K took 516 ms = 992.2 KB/sec, approx 8176 Kbps, 7.98 Mbps
2nd 512K took 281 ms = 1822.1 KB/sec, approx 15014 Kbps, 14.66 Mbps
3rd 512K took 250 ms = 2048 KB/sec, approx 16876 Kbps, 16.48 Mbps
4th 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 14524 Kbps, 14.18 Mbp
In Farnborough after manual modem reboot. Tested with a newserver and downloaded about 800mb's in about 5 mins
Got 20Meg here, Guildford area.
Looks like the ambit120 is only good for about 12/13 meg, so I'll have to get a new modem when the procedure is up on their site.
Hi NJ2112,
What does your config on your 120 look like after the upgrade. Does it show 20Mb but only manage the 12/13Mb?
1st 512K took 516 ms = 992.2 KB/sec, approx 8176 Kbps, 7.98 Mbps
2nd 512K took 281 ms = 1822.1 KB/sec, approx 15014 Kbps, 14.66 Mbps
3rd 512K took 250 ms = 2048 KB/sec, approx 16876 Kbps, 16.48 Mbps
4th 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 14524 Kbps, 14.18 Mbp
In Farnborough after manual modem reboot. Tested with a newserver and downloaded about 800mb's in about 5 mins
nice speed u lucky sod :P
Fri, 27 Apr 2007 15:18:15 GMT
1st 512K took 4625 ms = 110.7 KB/sec, approx 912 Kbps, 0.89 Mbps
2nd 512K took 5328 ms = 96.1 KB/sec, approx 792 Kbps, 0.77 Mbps
3rd 512K took 4718 ms = 108.5 KB/sec, approx 894 Kbps, 0.87 Mbps
4th 512K took 4954 ms = 103.4 KB/sec, approx 852 Kbps, 0.83 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 863 Kbps, 0.84 Mbps
Hi NJ2112,
What does your config on your 120 look like after the upgrade. Does it show 20Mb but only manage the 12/13Mb?
Yep.
Woking Surrey Here On 20mbit :)
Test 1
http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177688994&v=1213409
Test 2
http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177689179&v=1213432
Sweet speed ...
Config
Network Access : Allowed Maximum Downstream Data Rate : 20480000 Maximum Upstream Data Rate : 768000 Maximum Upstream Channel Burst : 1600 Maximum Number of CPEs : 1 Modem Capability : Concatenation Enabled, Fragametation Enabled, PHS Disabled
fred54321
27-04-2007, 18:07
nice its all london areas only.????:confused:
Guildford was changed yesterday but not by a forced firmware uppgrade. A power off hard reset loaded the new file.
Other than files from very fast download servers I feel that most people will hardly notice the difference from 10 Megs.
Damn! You mean we won't notice any difference from the slow download servers? (whatever they are)
what is a forced firmware uppgrade for a cable modem?? Guildford was changed yesterday but not by a forced firmware uppgrade. A power off hard reset loaded the new file.
Other than files from very fast download servers I feel that most people will hardly notice the difference from 10 Megs.
Fri, 27 Apr 2007 17:52:35 GMT
1st 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
2nd 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
3rd 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
4th 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9644 Kbps, 9.42 Mbps
Steady as a rock 10mb here still.Cant wait for 20mb service,just think how fast i will be able to load a page of people moaning about traffic shaping:D
what is a forced firmware uppgrade for a cable modem??
When I was upgraded from whatever it was to 10Megs NTL pushed the modem file and the new rate appeared overnight. They didn't do that this time and I found it updated after a power off\on.
Re: the remark that a lot of people will not notice much improvement (another poster)..... When NTL upgraded to 10 megs there is no doubt in my mind that we were previously way behind the speed curve and the difference was dramatic. I have played, hunt the fast server, for Linux distros, graphics drivers etc, and have found very few that aren't limited from the server end.
Rebooted my ntl home 120 cm and got the new speed. Quick test:
Download Speed: 16465 kbps (2058.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 736 kbps (92 KB/sec transfer rate)
Sirpingalot
27-04-2007, 20:08
I just turned mine on a minute ago, nothing. Nothing at all!
One more reboot I think!
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http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177700848&v=1214786
Yep, like I thought. Same 10mbit/s (roughly).
I have got 20mbit and I'm from Blackpool.
yer nice one
27-04-2007, 22:35
its all good copy and paste 'ing the config - but can anyone attach a screen shot of the modem config - just to please the non belivers, like me?.
its all good copy and paste 'ing the config - but can anyone attach a screen shot of the modem config - just to please the non belivers, like me?.
Is that what you needed :-)
Nice, whats the config file called??
Sirpingalot
28-04-2007, 04:36
192.168.100.1 - should be your modem IP - default password and user should be "root"
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/7.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Nothing in Croydon even though there is a large vm office here
Sirpingalot
28-04-2007, 07:56
Have you rebooted your modem?
Have you rebooted your modem?
Yes
byron_hinson
28-04-2007, 09:28
Nothing in Cambridge here yet either.
Have you rebooted your modem?
Is there a requirement to reboot the modem for the new changes to take effect?
Sirpingalot
28-04-2007, 10:04
Yes, you will need to reboot.
mcfc2134
28-04-2007, 10:27
Still nothing here in Derby. But getting reasonable speeds on 10mb this morning......hurry with the 20mb VM!!
I have been on the 20meg since the 13 april location is swansea
Download Failed (1) (http://imageshack.us)
Thought i might be on 20mb by now... pretty rubbish.
got 20mb in swansea :-)
on 250 ambit
Download Failed (1) (http://img105.imageshack.us/my.php?image=speedtestnt0.jpg)
Download Failed (1) (http://img105.imageshack.us/my.php?image=configsb1.jpg)
Seems like the NTL120 is good for the job after all:)
Network Access : Enabled
Maximum Downstream Data Rate : 20480000 bps
Maximum Upstream Data Rate : 768000 bps
Maximum Number of CPEs : 1
Software Upgrade File Name : ntlhm120_ntl0002.cpr
Software Upgrade AdminStatus : allowProvisioningUpgrade
Software Upgrade OperStatus : completeFromProvisioning
Of couse what it says and what it actually does are two different things right now but it`s all good either way.
Southampton here, rebooted still 10 :(
Still on 10mbit here in bolton :(
hurry with the 20mb VM!!
Yes I agree ;)
Nothing in Hemel Hempstead Herts yet :(
Got it here... Camberley UBR (nr. Guildford)
Download Speed: 18410 kbps (2301.3 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 730 kbps (91.3 KB/sec transfer rate)
http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177775058&v=1219611 (http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177775058&v=1219611)
Speed test statistics http://www.broadband-help.com/tools/speed-test/
---------------------
Download speed: 19625664 bps
Upload speed: 734296 bps
Quality of service: 98 %
Maximum download pause: 16 ms
Average download pause: 2 ms
Minimum round trip time to server: 18 ms
Average round trip time to server: 129 ms
Druchii - Profile updated! :)
Got it here... Camberley UBR (nr. Guildford)
Change your services list in your profile then ;)
agent00x
28-04-2007, 19:03
Got it in Aldershot nr Guildford
Anyone got it in Manchester yet :D
Nothing in Oxford yet either.
Nothing in NW London yet...
but to be fair, upgrades are from 1st May ONWARDS.
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:31:21 UTC
1st 512K took 422 ms = 1213.3 KB/sec, approx 9998 Kbps, 9.76 Mbps
2nd 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
3rd 512K took 657 ms = 779.3 KB/sec, approx 6421 Kbps, 6.27 Mbps
4th 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 11026 Kbps, 10.77 Mbps
Do you have to phone 'em up and say upgrade me, or will they auto?
Nothing in NW London yet...
but to be fair, upgrades are from 1st May ONWARDS.
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:31:21 UTC
1st 512K took 422 ms = 1213.3 KB/sec, approx 9998 Kbps, 9.76 Mbps
2nd 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
3rd 512K took 657 ms = 779.3 KB/sec, approx 6421 Kbps, 6.27 Mbps
4th 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 11026 Kbps, 10.77 Mbps
You've got 17.6Mbps in one test, you sure it's not been upgraded?
Either way, you sig is a little off "disgusting" - for £2 more your getting another 10Mbps down and a few more up. Unless you plan on doing major p2p or running your own hosting it's more than enough.
You've got 17.6Mbps in one test, you sure it's not been upgraded?
Either way, you sig is a little off "disgusting" - for £2 more your getting another 10Mbps down and a few more up. Unless you plan on doing major p2p or running your own hosting it's more than enough.
Nah, i've not been upgraded, my speed tests are weird like that
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 20:51:03 UTC
1st 512K took 266 ms = 1924.8 KB/sec, approx 15860 Kbps, 15.49 Mbps
2nd 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
3rd 512K took 406 ms = 1261.1 KB/sec, approx 10391 Kbps, 10.15 Mbps
4th 512K took 1078 ms = 475 KB/sec, approx 3914 Kbps, 3.82 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9950 Kbps, 9.72 Mbps
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 20:51:28 UTC
1st 512K took 297 ms = 1723.9 KB/sec, approx 14205 Kbps, 13.87 Mbps
2nd 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
3rd 512K took 469 ms = 1091.7 KB/sec, approx 8996 Kbps, 8.79 Mbps
4th 512K took 985 ms = 519.8 KB/sec, approx 4283 Kbps, 4.18 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9285 Kbps, 9.07 Mbps
and about the spelling mistake, yea i know, i couldnt be bothered to change it.
Cavarius
28-04-2007, 22:27
I'm getting wierd speeds too. CM file still says 10Mb though.
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 21:26:07 GMT
1st 512K took 63 ms = 8127 KB/sec, approx 66966 Kbps, 65.4 Mbps
2nd 512K took 187 ms = 2738 KB/sec, approx 22561 Kbps, 22.03 Mbps
3rd 512K took 485 ms = 1055.7 KB/sec, approx 8699 Kbps, 8.5 Mbps
4th 512K took 468 ms = 1094 KB/sec, approx 9015 Kbps, 8.8 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 26810 Kbps, 26.18 Mbps
1st 512K took 140 ms = 3657.1 KB/sec, approx 30135 Kbps, 29.43 Mbps
2nd 512K took 125 ms = 4096 KB/sec, approx 33751 Kbps, 32.96 Mbps
3rd 512K took 485 ms = 1055.7 KB/sec, approx 8699 Kbps, 8.5 Mbps
4th 512K took 468 ms = 1094 KB/sec, approx 9015 Kbps, 8.8 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 20400 Kbps, 19.92 Mbps
:erm:
im on 10mb and geting slow speed tonight
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 21:58:10 UTC
1st 512K took 2016 ms = 254 KB/sec, approx 2093 Kbps, 2.04 Mbps
2nd 512K took 1843 ms = 277.8 KB/sec, approx 2289 Kbps, 2.24 Mbps
3rd 512K took 2172 ms = 235.7 KB/sec, approx 1942 Kbps, 1.9 Mbps
4th 512K took 1781 ms = 287.5 KB/sec, approx 2369 Kbps, 2.31 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 2173 Kbps, 2.12 Mbps
just been upgraded to 20mb (weybridge surrey)
Date29/04/07 00:02:58Speed Down2770.35 Kbps ( 2.7 Mbps )Speed Up702.80 Kbps ( 0.7 Mbps )Port80Serverspeedtest1.adslguide.org.uk
1st 128K took 63 ms = 2080508 Bytes/sec = approx 17310 kbits/sec
2nd 128K took 47 ms = 2788766 Bytes/sec = approx 23203 kbits/sec
3rd 128K took 62 ms = 2114065 Bytes/sec = approx 17589 kbits/sec
4th 128K took 63 ms = 2080508 Bytes/sec = approx 17310 kbits/sec
icestar2
29-04-2007, 00:21
Well here's what am getting at the moment. Cant wait for 20mb :)
Sat, 28 Apr 2007 23:19:51 UTC
1st 512K took 422 ms = 1213.3 KB/sec, approx 9998 Kbps, 9.76 Mbps
2nd 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
3rd 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
4th 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9730 Kbps, 9.5 Mbps
also just thought id note, my modem restarted and didnt boot up for 1hour so if it happens to you dont worry its not a fault its most likely the 20mb upgrade.:)
Are you ex-NTL? It seem most ppl getting the upgrade early are ex-NTL areas.
What modem do you have? and what config file is the cable modem using? Is it using similar naming system? ie: cm-20480-768 ??
icestar2
29-04-2007, 00:28
I was NTL but I havent been upgraded yet - In the liverpool area here.
im not ex NTL! ive been with NTL/VIRGIN since the early 90's :) modem is ntl 250. on my modem it doesnt show the config name just the speeds!
icestar2
29-04-2007, 00:32
im not ex NTL! ive been with NTL/VIRGIN since the early 90's :)
I think what he meant by ex-NTL was were you NTL before the rebranding to Virgin. There was NTL and there was Telewest.
I think what he meant by ex-NTL was were you NTL before the rebranding to Virgin. There was NTL and there was Telewest.
oh sorry :) its late not thinking hehe,i was with ntl before the rebranding to virgin.
Sirpingalot
29-04-2007, 01:38
icestar, I'm also around the Liverpool area...nothing here yet either.
lightboy
29-04-2007, 13:34
Derby...
Cable Modem Operation Configuration
Network Access : Allowed
Maximum Downstream Data Rate : 10240000
Maximum Upstream Data Rate : 512000
Maximum Upstream Channel Burst : 1600
Maximum Number of CPEs : 1
Modem Capability : Concatenation Enabled, Fragametation Enabled, PHS Disabled
:-(
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btw if you dont know where your config info is just use this
http://root:root@192.168.100.1/CmOpConfig.asp
I have an old SB4100 modem. I take it this wont take the upgrade. Can i ask for a new modem yet if not?
lightboy
29-04-2007, 13:44
you can ask for one but they will probably try to charge you ..just kick up a fuss and threaten to go to sky and they will soon relent...
Any one in Crawley (West Sussex) got 20mb?
This is what i get with a 10mb
I dont have it !
Download Failed (1)
pacific202x
29-04-2007, 15:16
I have an old SB4100 modem. I take it this wont take the upgrade. Can i ask for a new modem yet if not?
pretty sure the motorola sb4100 can handle speeds up to 38mbit so you should be fine in my estimation
icallen61
29-04-2007, 15:21
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/6.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Dartford area
According to modem reading it has been upgraded (2048)but now the speed has decreased from 13mb to 579kps?
jellybaby
29-04-2007, 15:24
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/6.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Dartford area
According to modem reading it has been upgraded (2048)but now the speed has decreased from 13mb to 579kps?
I really wouldn't trust that site for speedtests. I can decent results from various sites and tests, but on that site it always shows bad speeds.
Sirpingalot
29-04-2007, 15:28
http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177856599&v=1224761
Reading almost exactly half. Although it's not as bad as you guys, it's still odd for where I am (usually always get full 10)
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https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/5.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Are you ex-NTL? It seem most ppl getting the upgrade early are ex-NTL areas.
What modem do you have? and what config file is the cable modem using? Is it using similar naming system? ie: cm-20480-768 ??
Trying to cheat the system eh?
Sirpingalot
29-04-2007, 16:29
http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1177860016&v=1225093
pretty sure the motorola sb4100 can handle speeds up to 38mbit so you should be fine in my estimation
I asked them that question about my SB4100. They never actually answered it, just said someone would be out Tuesday to fit a new one. (No charge.)
HowardCanning
29-04-2007, 18:21
just been upgraded to 20mb (weybridge surrey)
Date29/04/07 00:02:58Speed Down2770.35 Kbps ( 2.7 Mbps )Speed Up702.80 Kbps ( 0.7 Mbps )Port80Serverspeedtest1.adslguide.org.uk
1st 128K took 63 ms = 2080508 Bytes/sec = approx 17310 kbits/sec
2nd 128K took 47 ms = 2788766 Bytes/sec = approx 23203 kbits/sec
3rd 128K took 62 ms = 2114065 Bytes/sec = approx 17589 kbits/sec
4th 128K took 63 ms = 2080508 Bytes/sec = approx 17310 kbits/sec
No fair :( I live in New haw (just down the road) and I haven't yet been upgraded (I don't think.. haven't rebooted my modem today) Do they do it by UBR? I'm on the Hersham one I believe
pacific202x
29-04-2007, 21:03
I asked them that question about my SB4100. They never actually answered it, just said someone would be out Tuesday to fit a new one. (No charge.)
99.9% sure surfboard sb4100 can handle 20mbit fine...even upto 38mbit but if theyre offerring a upgrade for free then that can only be a good thing what with the 50mbit trials in the future...if not free then i advise you wait to confirm sb4100 can handle your 20mbit..i see no reason why it cant...38mbit down and 10mbit up max
Upgrades start on tuesday folks there will be no change untill then and it will only be a few UBR's per week
www.virginmedia.com/evenfaster (http://www.virginmedia.com/evenfaster) all the info you need :)
http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed_rollout.html
mcfc2134
29-04-2007, 22:57
Latest here in Derby:
Last Result:
Download Speed: 9537 kbps (1192.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 487 kbps (60.9 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upgrades start on tuesday folks there will be no change untill then and it will only be a few UBR's per week
www.virginmedia.com/evenfaster (http://www.virginmedia.com/evenfaster) all the info you need :)
http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed_rollout.html
Thats nothing we really didnt know, actually we knew that weeks ago didnt we?
I have the upgrade (Farnborough) though not been able to get anywhere near maximum speed yet. Tried torrents, multi-source downloading, and I can just about get to where I was before (10 mbit) though speed seems more fluxy.
Edit: Just tried an ubuntu iso download from University of Kent mirror, and hit a sustained 2.4MB/s, quite impressive!
Edit 2:
Sun, 29 Apr 2007 22:33:18 GMT
1st 512K took 203 ms = 2522.2 KB/sec, approx 20783 Kbps, 20.3 Mbps
2nd 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
3rd 512K took 218 ms = 2348.6 KB/sec, approx 19352 Kbps, 18.9 Mbps
4th 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 19666 Kbps, 19.2 Mbps
Thats nothing we really didnt know, actually we knew that weeks ago didnt we?keep checking the page during this week a list of when ubr's will be geting updated will be put up as of the 1st.
keep checking the page during this week a list of when ubr's will be geting updated will be put up as of the 1st.
Like i said,we all knew that anyway.
Like i said,we all knew that anyway.well why is everyone going oh damn looks like i aint got it yet here some speed tests :dozey: i dont understand peoples need to do this....
well why is everyone going oh damn looks like i aint got it yet here some speed tests :dozey: i dont understand peoples need to do this....
Because some people ahve been getting it early.
oh damn looks like i aint got it yet here some speed tests
Sun, 29 Apr 2007 23:02:22 GMT
1st 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
2nd 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
3rd 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
4th 512K took 766 ms = 668.4 KB/sec, approx 5508 Kbps, 5.38 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 8362 Kbps, 8.16 Mbps
yes and thats is to test the UBR not a full roll out on the UBR
yes and thats is to test the UBR not a full roll out on the UBR
No the trials where a few month back. This is the start of the rollout, not more testing this close to the rollout.
No the trials where a few month back. This is the start of the rollout, not more testing this close to the rollout.Dunno where your geting your info from but full cables on a UBR are done no just one person here and there. The roll out does not start till tuesday and that will be the ubr's round knowsley Liverpool ect....
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 01:51
Haven't got it here yet, either.
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:50:27 GMT
1st 512K took 578 ms = 885.8 KB/sec, approx 7299 Kbps, 7.13 Mbps
2nd 512K took 625 ms = 819.2 KB/sec, approx 6750 Kbps, 6.59 Mbps
3rd 512K took 391 ms = 1309.5 KB/sec, approx 10790 Kbps, 10.54 Mbps
4th 512K took 890 ms = 575.3 KB/sec, approx 4740 Kbps, 4.63 Mbps
IvIaXiIvIuS
30-04-2007, 02:47
Dunno where your getting your info from but full cables on a UBR are done no just one person here and there. The roll out does not start till tuesday and that will be the ubr's round knowsley Liverpool ect....
So,your saying that only the Liverpool area is being upgraded Tuesday?
Care to give a link to where that information is found as of yet no-one on here knows what the hell is going off or who is being upgraded first.
If you give the link to http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed.html or http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed_rollout.html then i think you should go look at both pages as no-where does it say who or when we are going to be upgraded first.Sorry if this sounds like I'm getting onto you but with no information available yet about what areas are going to be done first and the constant posting of the same pages we all know about then why keep telling people its a trial when we have seen on here in other posts the roll out to certain areas.Trials are just that,Even Virgin aren't going to trial a product 1-2 days before supposed release.:rant:
Mat-d-rat
30-04-2007, 09:44
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 08:43:19 UTC
1st 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
2nd 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
3rd 512K took 218 ms = 2348.6 KB/sec, approx 19352 Kbps, 18.9 Mbps
4th 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
Also from Cove, Farnborough Hampshire - Although I've not tried any major downloads yet!
Retrovertigo
30-04-2007, 10:28
I'll be interested to hear from anyone in Manchester who gets the upgrade and sees a significant increase. I noticed in the small print that they have a "get out clause" for areas with capacity problems.
Seeing as I live in a student heavy area, and my speeds barely go above 500k of an evening I suspect I will still be paying the same for people getting possibly 4 times the speed!
Does anyone know if the NTL:200 modem is capable of 20meg by the way? Cheers.
Edit: just seena thread stating that the modem may be up to the job. Time will tell.
So,your saying that only the Liverpool area is being upgraded Tuesday?
Care to give a link to where that information is found as of yet no-one on here knows what the hell is going off or who is being upgraded first.
If you give the link to http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed.html or http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed_rollout.html then i think you should go look at both pages as no-where does it say who or when we are going to be upgraded first.Sorry if this sounds like I'm getting onto you but with no information available yet about what areas are going to be done first and the constant posting of the same pages we all know about then why keep telling people its a trial when we have seen on here in other posts the roll out to certain areas.Trials are just that,Even Virgin aren't going to trial a product 1-2 days before supposed release.:rant: you will find they do final tests geting close to the date when the first full UBR is being put on.
I Work for them thats how I know. I dont need some public web site to tell me things like this :)
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 11:18
Funny really how someone else who works for them has given me different information though:confused:
Funny really how someone else who works for them has given me different information though:confused:what network is this person part of? As both the ntl and telewest networks are independent of each other at this time
dontpannic
30-04-2007, 11:52
20meg in Bromley, Kent as of this morning...
It's interesting to see that this page http://allyours.virginmedia.com/html/existingcustomers/q2/speed.html only says that the upgrade will be from May, not 1st May.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 15:04
Hmm...they're doing well to dish the service out early. Hopefully though, most of us will have the extra bandwidth by tommorow morning. It's just great to know you've got a hell of a lot of bandwidth behind you!
Dunno where your geting your info from but full cables on a UBR are done no just one person here and there. The roll out does not start till tuesday and that will be the ubr's round knowsley Liverpool ect....
:rofl::rofl:
check your info ;)
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what network is this person part of? As both the ntl and telewest networks are independent of each other at this time
Indeed and i said check your info.
nomis1804
30-04-2007, 15:25
Well I've been charged £37 for the month starting 15th May so I guess it will definitely be on that day or before then.
P_rodigy
30-04-2007, 16:15
Like a few others here I'm stuck on 13.odd Mb download (from newsgroups) with around 770Kb upload. I'm in the Sidcup area (Bromley), again ex-NTL area.
When I noticed the speed changes I thought i'd check out my modem config file, it's one of the purlple 250's, but for some reason the password and username of "root" doesn't let me in anymore. A new password or username???
IvIaXiIvIuS
30-04-2007, 17:31
Like a few others here I'm stuck on 13.odd Mb download (from newsgroups) with around 770Kb upload. I'm in the Sidcup area (Bromley), again ex-NTL area.
When I noticed the speed changes I thought i'd check out my modem config file, it's one of the purlple 250's, but for some reason the password and username of "root" doesn't let me in anymore. A new password or username???
Could go into the modem page config and change everything back to default to see if that cures it
http://192.168.100.1/TlDefaults.asp
If its not that, are you running on a proxy that needs to be turned off in Lan settings?
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 18:38
I'm still supposedly only on the 10Mbit/s service, yet earlier this afternoon I was achieving 1.56MByte/s, which is quite impressive.
Still 10mb here in Rochdale but to be honest I expected nothing less :D normally we are last to get any upgrade but heh.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 18:41
Hopefully we'll be up'ed to 20mbit/s soon enough!
bjorkiii
30-04-2007, 19:14
;) if i dont have 20mbits by 12.01 am i will explode , eeh god in a odd way i hope they cock it all up just to see peoples reactions on here, i miss the days of 56k and being excited watching something take ages to download.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 19:23
Just another 4 hours and 37 minutes. I imagine the extra bandwidth will constitute lower latency...or at least, I hope.
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;) if i dont have 20mbits by 12.01 am i will explode , eeh god in a odd way i hope they cock it all up just to see peoples reactions on here, i miss the days of 56k and being excited watching something take ages to download.
Yeah, I think you become used to the bandwidth and after a while it's not so special. I wouldn't mind being on a 56kbit/s modem (not on my virgin connection) so when I decide to connect back up to virgin I can appreciate the extra bandwidth available...:D
Nedkelly
30-04-2007, 19:23
Its like christmas people can't wait to open there 20 meg :)
Nice 10 meg here :dozey:
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 18:26:36 UTC
1st 512K took 2406 ms = 212.8 KB/sec, approx 1753 Kbps, 1.71 Mbps
2nd 512K took 4235 ms = 120.9 KB/sec, approx 996 Kbps, 0.97 Mbps
3rd 512K took 3703 ms = 138.3 KB/sec, approx 1140 Kbps, 1.11 Mbps
4th 512K took 2703 ms = 189.4 KB/sec, approx 1561 Kbps, 1.52 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 1363 Kbps, 1.33 Mbps
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 19:34
Well, it's certainly better than recieving a wooly jumper at Christmas;)
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Marky, I got very similar results testing on this forum while at the same time I was achieving near enough 10mbit/s on www.speedtest.net. Go to www.speedtest.net or www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk
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Mon, 30 Apr 2007 18:31:36 GMT
1st 512K took 4672 ms = 109.6 KB/sec, approx 903 Kbps, 0.88 Mbps
2nd 512K took 4016 ms = 127.5 KB/sec, approx 1051 Kbps, 1.03 Mbps
3rd 512K took 3250 ms = 157.5 KB/sec, approx 1298 Kbps, 1.27 Mbps
4th 512K took 2375 ms = 215.6 KB/sec, approx 1777 Kbps, 1.74 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 1257 Kbps, 1.23 Mbps
Terrible ^^, while at the same time -
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/4.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
My conclusion; there's something wrong with the test link on this site.
Could go into the modem page config and change everything back to default to see if that cures it
http://192.168.100.1/TlDefaults.asp
If its not that, are you running on a proxy that needs to be turned off in Lan settings?
When I goto that link and enter root/root I get the screen again like I have entered the wrong code :dozey: had it for ages now must be a weird issue or something.
Or maybe the speedtest sites have thousands of people trying to check every couple of mins :erm:
Been like that for a while, to be honest I get upgraded when I do, the extra upload will be handy for me.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 19:39
Yes, or that.
Quick reboot and i'm now on 20Mbit (Dover).
Wish I hadn't of bothered :( was working fine before I rebooted.
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 18:50:20 UTC
1st 512K took 4525 ms = 113.1 KB/sec, approx 932 Kbps, 0.91 Mbps
2nd 512K took 3885 ms = 131.8 KB/sec, approx 1086 Kbps, 1.06 Mbps
3rd 512K took 3114 ms = 164.4 KB/sec, approx 1355 Kbps, 1.32 Mbps
4th 512K took 3313 ms = 154.5 KB/sec, approx 1273 Kbps, 1.24 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 1162 Kbps, 1.13 Mbps
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 19:55
It's the site. I thought I'd explained that:)
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probably just too busy. Try
www.speedtest.net
or
www.speedcheck.ispconnect.co.uk
Speedtest.net results
1184 kbs Down
583 kbs Up
I guess they both must be getting hammered or my connection is just crap
Maybe a uk issue original test was to london server, just tried speednet to frankfurt and it looks a little better
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/3.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 20:02
Hmm, since I restarted my connection hasn't been as good either, though I'm still on the 10mbit/s
Speedtests are only as fast as the test server can deliver, and you will only get the speed of the weakest link in the chain.
So all in all pretty pointless :rolleyes:
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 20:08
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/2.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
Ok, I suppose.
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Mon, 30 Apr 2007 19:06:34 GMT
1st 512K took 4422 ms = 115.8 KB/sec, approx 954 Kbps, 0.93 Mbps
2nd 512K took 4094 ms = 125.1 KB/sec, approx 1031 Kbps, 1.01 Mbps
3rd 512K took 5016 ms = 102.1 KB/sec, approx 841 Kbps, 0.82 Mbps
4th 512K took 2984 ms = 171.6 KB/sec, approx 1414 Kbps, 1.38 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 1060 Kbps, 1.03 Mbps
XD. Definately being hammered. Or just just having technical problems.
PowerUser
30-04-2007, 20:15
So tommorow is the 1st of may, and still yet no rollout info Schedule!. :td:
So tommorow is the 1st of may, and still yet no rollout info Schedule!. :td:
haha cheers reminded me its my birthday on the 22nd of may cheers m8 i must be getting old :(
28 this month.
So tommorow is the 1st of may, and still yet no rollout info Schedule!. :td:
Give them time sheesh you have broadband now, you won't die will ya?
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 20:49
3 hours, 11 minutes
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21 seconds
PowerUser
30-04-2007, 20:51
Just pointing out that it's overdue!. Especially as there site says details will be released in the next few weeks, But this posted 8 weeks ago!.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 20:54
It's actually not overdue. Virgin state May 1st onwards, so they've done well to get people on the 20mbit/s service before then.
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 20:54
I do hope it changes at 12PM tonight,Gonna wait up and see what happens. Gonna feel like **** because of it but hopefully it will be worth it;).
3 hours and 5 minutes left and counting down...
Mr Clean
30-04-2007, 20:56
lol - there's gonna be alot of disappointed people come the witching hour.
I love it
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 20:56
It may not change 12 on the dot, you may find that you have to wait until after 6 AM, but never-the-less I'm staying up too.
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 20:58
lol - there's gonna be alot of disappointed people come the witching hour.
I love it
Well i'm gonna be downloading useing giganews so come 12AM I should see 1250KB/s change to 2500KB/s ;). Can't wait to download a 800MB film in 3 mins ;).
bjorkiii
30-04-2007, 20:58
;) ive got complaints on speed dial for 12.01
I just have too cos of fekkin work :( Stay up that is, i'll not be too happy if my internet dies for even 30mins. I am looking forward to 20Mb though.
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 21:00
Do you realise how nutty this thread has become? Oh my only 3 hours oh the tension. some of ya are a funny lot ;) :D
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:01
I'll give it till 12:30 and if still gettting 1250KB/s then i'm going to bed :(.
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 21:01
I'll give it till 12:30 and if still gettting 1250KB/s then i'm going to bed :(.
awww bet you wont sleep need to get up and keep checking lol
Do you realise how nutty this thread has become? Oh my only 3 hours oh the tension. some of ya are a funny lot ;) :D
I know it's like they only have dial up, and that their is right now a once in a lifetime download available of jessica alba nude in a shower and they must have their broadband :rofl:
You have decent broadband already or you would not be online sheesh the porn will remain online till later in May :D
do yall really think that soon as midnight hits that everyones modem is gonna reset, or that the ones that are off are gonna have the 20Mb config sent to it? lol, you should know ntl by now...
I know it's like they only have dial up, and that their is right now a once in a lifetime download available of jessica alba nude in a shower and they must have their broadband :rofl:
You have decent broadband already or you would not be online sheesh the porn will remain online till later in May :D
Can i get that last line printed, checked and signed? :LOL:
Sadly i only want 20Mb for bragging rights (10 is fast enough, unless i REALLY need something, like when i downloaded MAndriva :(, i missed a disc, needed it for the installer...), however the 768k up will be nice :D
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:04
awww bet you wont sleep need to get up and leep checking lol
I'm new here, yet you know me so well... ;).
I'm just a speed freak, i get 800MB files off usenet in 6-9mins as itis,but yet that is not fast anuff. Well tbh It is not fast anuff because it takes me 45mins to download a 5gb dvd, 45mins is way to long to wait to watch a film.
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 21:07
I'm new here, yet you know me so well... ;).
I'm just a speed freak, i get 800MB files off usenet in 6-9mins as itis,but yet that is not fast anuff. Well tbh It is not fast anuff because it takes me 45mins to download a 5gb dvd, 45mins is way to long to wait to watch a film.
if your getting 5 gig in 45 mins you been on more than 10 meg a while ;)
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:09
if your getting 5 gig in 45 mins you been on more than 10 meg a while ;)
Nope, i get 1250KB/s to 1300KB/s non-stop via news leecher with the server giganews, so still on 10Meg.
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 21:11
then a 4.5 gig download queue takes and hour at least
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 21:13
Gahh! Bragging rights! Just to hear those numbers...I just want to contemplate the bandwidth.
Nice to be able to download faster as well ;)
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:16
then a 4.5 gig download queue takes and hour at least Take away the par files from the binary nzb = 45mins with the par files 55 tops ;). Has that cleared things up ;). i always have par files on paulse unless i need them, i should of stated that but hey wtf ;) lol.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 21:17
yeah, 5 gig would take you a little over 65 minutes
In Portsmouth area and i seem to still be on 10meg
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 21:21
Take away the par files from the binary nzb = 45mins with the par files 55 tops ;). Has that cleared things up ;). i always have par files on paulse unless i need them, i should of stated that but hey wtf ;) lol.
oh right I dont know anything about usenet ;)
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:23
oh right I dont know anything about usenet ;)
Ok, print screen coming up ;) i have two moniters btw so zoom in on the second moniters and pay attention to the speed and time left to download with the par files still there ;) http://www.freewebs.com/wackahack/55%20mins%20tops.jpg
zing_deleted
30-04-2007, 21:25
dude the sound on thats only 2 channel and a bit tinny ;) prob not really line either ;)
was teenage whores any good btw???? hehehehehehehe
Ok, print screen coming up ;) i have two moniters btw so zoom in on the second moniters and pay attention to the speed and time left to download with the par files still there ;) http://www.freewebs.com/wackahack/55%20mins%20tops.jpg
That's only 4.5Gb mate, in fact, it's not even that. Not the 5.5b you said.
Always ended up getting the par files as most of the time it seems to end up needing them. looking nice
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:27
dude the sound on thats only 2 channel and a bit tinny ;) prob not really line either ;)
What the film? I don't want that film lol i was just downloading it to get a screen shot of a dvd lol.
That's only 4.5Gb mate, in fact, it's not even that. Not the 5.5b you said.
Take away the par files and the speed will drop to 40 mins trust me, i could'nt find a 5gb dvd that quick so used the first one i see.
And i sed 5gb not 5.5gb lol.
A dvd is is 4.7 gig not 5 gig. 65-70 mins is standard for a DVD5 even without pars at a consistant 1.22mb/s.
40 mins my arrrse. lol.
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:34
A dvd is is 4.7 gig not 5 gig. 65-70 mins is standard for a DVD5 even without pars at a consistant 1.22mb/s.
40 mins my arrrse. lol.
So your telling me my screenshot is a lie lol it states there is 54mins left of a 4.5GB file with pars wich is not 65-70 mins to start with? You do not a listen nor look do you.
if you want to believe in a estimated timer, go ahead. My grabit also says I download at 1.700mb/s and the timer is lower that that, till it settles and you get a true account. Try DU Meter, lol. Noob.
;) i miss the days of 56k and being excited watching something take ages to download.
When I were a lad, (actually I was in my 20s), my hayes 2400bps modem used to load almost half a page of text from my not quite online newsfeed at spuddy.mew.co.uk and it were luxury....
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 21:43
if you want to believe in a estimated timer, go ahead. My grabit also says I download at 1.700mb/s and the timer is lower that that, till it settles and you get a true account. Try DU Meter, lol. Noob.
Trying to make me look like a lier is one thing, But calling me a n00b is just out of order, You've hurt my feelings and i'm going to go to bed and cry myself to sleep.
Oh wait what am i saying... I can't go to sleep 20Mb could happen at 12 ;).
On topic i can't wait, really i can't.
Also dam this forum is red hot with activity, i like, i like a lot :).
hopester
30-04-2007, 21:47
Addlestone in Surrey just switched to 20 meg though the traffic shaping in the evenings they started the other week is limiting it to around 10. Will try a few downloads after midnight.
Had to reboot my modem to get the new config.
Lol, ok you got me, I didn't mean it ok ;)
Back on topic, does it mean that if you're throttled on 20mb will you be (back) on 10mb or will it be 5mb?
I'm sure it will be sometime IN May, not on the dot of May (I hope I'm wrong).
cybernetic_tiger
30-04-2007, 21:49
When I were a lad, (actually I was in my 20s), my hayes 2400bps modem used to load almost half a page of text from my noy quite online newsfeed at spuddy.mew.co.uk and it were luxury....
I miss my modem tones :(
...don't miss the waiting tho :D
I miss my modem tones :(
...don't miss the waiting tho :D
OFF topic I know but try this...
http://www.lazylaces.com/56Kmodem/
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 22:22
gonna give my modem a quick reboot and see if I've got anything...
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Nope. Still the 10mbit.
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https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/1.png (http://www.speedtest.net)
This thread is going to get spammed to hell come 12:01 with "Where is my 20mb?!?!" posts. It's *from* the 1st of may remember, I doubt I'll see it before at least mid may here, the Midlands always seems to be just that, in the middle for any roll-out.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 22:29
From what I've heard...it's supposed to be rolling out in the NW early... not sure about any other areas.
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C'mon. I mean, I'll give it to 12.02 ;)
Back on topic, does it mean that if you're throttled on 20mb will you be (back) on 10mb or will it be 5mb?
id lkike to know this too.. i have 20 mb now but throttled its more like 5... im assuming this is because its not "officially" 20mb yet... or is it always going to be throttled to 5 mb..
dcclanuk
30-04-2007, 22:38
Do you realise how nutty this thread has become? Oh my only 3 hours oh the tension. some of ya are a funny lot ;) :D
TENSION FOR A FRIGGING BROADBAND UPGRADE!!! Get real people!
I got 2 university exams tomorrow... now that is tension:shocked::disturbd:
TraxData
30-04-2007, 22:39
This thread is going to get spammed to hell come 12:01 with "Where is my 20mb?!?!" posts. It's *from* the 1st of may remember, I doubt I'll see it before at least mid may here, the Midlands always seems to be just that, in the middle for any roll-out.
Well If VM actually gave roll out dates and information to their customers on when they will exactly get it, we wouldnt really have that problem...but then, yes we would as they always plan to deliver, and give us failure :p:
LOL
Have to laugh at this thread now.
HEY PEOPLE YOU DO REALISE THAT 20MB IS BEING ROLLED OUT FROM MAY 1ST? :D
FROM! MAY 1ST! (PLEASE NOTE THE WORD "FROM")
PS Sorry for shouting ;)
Wackahack
30-04-2007, 22:52
LOL
Have to laugh at this thread now.
HEY PEOPLE YOU DO REALISE THAT 20MB IS BEING ROLLED OUT FROM MAY 1ST? :D
FROM! MAY 1ST! (PLEASE NOTE THE WORD "FROM")
PS Sorry for shouting ;)
Yes we do realise but we like to live on hope....
one hour and 7 mins left fingers <deleted> crossed.
bjorkiii
30-04-2007, 22:58
:erm: oooh there teasing me
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:57:40 GMT
1st 512K took 765 ms = 669.3 KB/sec, approx 5515 Kbps, 5.39 Mbps
2nd 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
3rd 512K took 140 ms = 3657.1 KB/sec, approx 30135 Kbps, 29.43 Mbps
4th 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 13729 Kbps, 13.41 Mbps
Yes we do realise but we like to live on hope....
one hour and 7 mins left fingers <deleted> crossed.
There's no way you'll find me rebooting my modem at 12.01! ;)
Mr Clean
30-04-2007, 23:07
There's no way you'll find me rebooting my modem at 12.01! ;)
lol - me neither ;)
technically a dvd5 is 4.3G and a dvd9 is 8.5G
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 23:22
Probably crash if we all attempt to reboot at once xD Be ironic if those who really wanted the speeds actually couldn't connect to the internet at all...myself included
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Any body fancy doing the countdown thing again? :D 38 minutes remaining!
Mr Clean
30-04-2007, 23:29
Countdown to what? A lot of disappointed people, posting on here, that they haven't got an upgrade.
Sirpingalot
30-04-2007, 23:31
Hmm...let's hope not^
You know all tommorow we will get complaints Z0mG I am not on 20MB the world has ended I cannot use the net why don't I have it.
dilli-theclaw
30-04-2007, 23:44
You know all tommorow we will get complaints Z0mG I am not on 20MB the world has ended I cannot use the net why don't I have it.Not if the asteroids get us first ;) :)
What asteroids...
I was more worried about the shoop da woop that can be seen here finishing of pop idol
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/local/2007/04/1.gif
Back on topic I expect most people to have it by about 10th at least. Then the tens of thousands of posts about how they cannot download at 20mb :dozey:
technically a dvd5 is 4.3G and a dvd9 is 8.5G
Being pedantic, the formatted space on on DVD5 is about 4.3-4.5G, but the unformatted space is 4.7
It worked !! just unplugged/rebooted and now I've got 20mb !! Whoohooo :)
pacific202x
01-05-2007, 00:03
:erm: oooh there teasing me
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:57:40 GMT
1st 512K took 765 ms = 669.3 KB/sec, approx 5515 Kbps, 5.39 Mbps
2nd 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
3rd 512K took 140 ms = 3657.1 KB/sec, approx 30135 Kbps, 29.43 Mbps
4th 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 13729 Kbps, 13.41 Mbps
no such luck for me on teesside :(
1st 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
2nd 512K took 422 ms = 1213.3 KB/sec, approx 9998 Kbps, 9.76 Mbps
3rd 512K took 438 ms = 1169 KB/sec, approx 9633 Kbps, 9.41 Mbps
4th 512K took 1500 ms = 341.3 KB/sec, approx 2812 Kbps, 2.75 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 8024 Kbps, 7.84 Mbps
pacific202x
01-05-2007, 00:09
is this the maintainence link that tells customers of the 20mbit upgrades taking place between 12am last night and 6th of may? if so does it mean some of us may not get our 20mbit til 6th?
http://www.ntl-isp.ntl.com/ServiceStatus/ServiceDetails.aspx?FaultID=616
mohikan22
01-05-2007, 00:12
:confused: well the timing would coincide witht he letter i received about the upgrades.... so lets hope so. if its is i dont mind the small hiccup in service.
if its true then Cardiff will be upgraded on the 2nd May :)
Sirpingalot
01-05-2007, 00:14
Nope. Nothing here yet either, although give it a few hours...
It worked !! just unplugged/rebooted and now I've got 20mb !! Whoohooo :)
Not really, lol.
But I'm sure this happened just after mightnight. :p:
I felt a great disturbance in the Force, as if millions of voices suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced. I fear something terrible has happened.
Sirpingalot
01-05-2007, 00:17
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:16:22 GMT
1st 512K took 500 ms = 1024 KB/sec, approx 8438 Kbps, 8.24 Mbps
2nd 512K took 594 ms = 862 KB/sec, approx 7103 Kbps, 6.94 Mbps
3rd 512K took 343 ms = 1492.7 KB/sec, approx 12300 Kbps, 12.01 Mbps
4th 512K took 829 ms = 617.6 KB/sec, approx 5089 Kbps, 4.97 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 8233 Kbps, 8.04 Mbps
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another reboot maybe.
Mr Clean
01-05-2007, 00:25
Kinda funny, my internet died on the stroke of midnight and only just came back on. Still on 10Mb though.
Just thankful it came back. I was busy doing stuff when it went off. Grrrr!
no such luck for me on teesside :(
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Teesside, too:
1st 512K took 446 ms = 1148 KB/sec, approx 9460 Kbps, 9.24 Mbps
2nd 512K took 482 ms = 1062.2 KB/sec, approx 8753 Kbps, 8.55 Mbps
3rd 512K took 480 ms = 1066.7 KB/sec, approx 8790 Kbps, 8.58 Mbps
4th 512K took 405 ms = 1264.2 KB/sec, approx 10417 Kbps, 10.17 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9355 Kbps, 9.14 Mbps
So Belfast will be on 20mb sometime to 2nite I will check when i get up again in the morning :D
Teesside, too:
1st 512K took 446 ms = 1148 KB/sec, approx 9460 Kbps, 9.24 Mbps
2nd 512K took 482 ms = 1062.2 KB/sec, approx 8753 Kbps, 8.55 Mbps
3rd 512K took 480 ms = 1066.7 KB/sec, approx 8790 Kbps, 8.58 Mbps
4th 512K took 405 ms = 1264.2 KB/sec, approx 10417 Kbps, 10.17 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9355 Kbps, 9.14 Mbps
Middlesbrough or Stockton?
Sirpingalot
01-05-2007, 00:28
Nero, what's it running at now? Have you checked?
Kinda funny, my internet died on the stroke of midnight and only just came back on. Still on 10Mb though.
Just thankful it came back. I was busy doing stuff when it went off. Grrrr!
Exact same thing here in Leicester, bang on 12, only it was off for 20min, then came back just as sudden as it went, and still 10mb
I re-booted and I've now got 20mb, tried some newsgroups and am maxing them out :) I tried a speedtest
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:28:16 GMT
1st 512K took 94 ms = 5446.8 KB/sec, approx 44882 Kbps, 43.83 Mbps
2nd 512K took 62 ms = 8258.1 KB/sec, approx 68047 Kbps, 66.45 Mbps
3rd 512K took 156 ms = 3282.1 KB/sec, approx 27045 Kbps, 26.41 Mbps
4th 512K took 125 ms = 4096 KB/sec, approx 33751 Kbps, 32.96 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 43431 Kbps, 42.41 Mbps
When I try in Internet explorer
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:30:34 UTC
1st 512K took 1 ms = 512000 KB/sec, approx 4218880 Kbps, 4120 Mbps
2nd 512K took 48 ms = 10666.7 KB/sec, approx 87894 Kbps, 85.83 Mbps
3rd 512K took 1 ms = 512000 KB/sec, approx 4218880 Kbps, 4120 Mbps
4th 512K took 0 ms = Infinity KB/sec, approx Infinity Kbps, Infinity Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx Infinity Kbps, Infinity Mbps
Something not quite right ;)
Mr Clean
01-05-2007, 00:32
Well my connection is on lei3.cable.ntl.com so that'll be why we got the same thing. Might be maintenance getting done on our part.
I'm done what I'm doing now so I don't care if it goes off again. :D
Give me a good speed test site.
Mr Clean
01-05-2007, 00:39
http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/speed.php
Aye, lei3.cable.ntl.com, same one, didn't realise it covered out to Derby.
1st 512K took 0 ms = Infinity KB/sec, approx Infinity Kbps, Infinity Mbps
2nd 512K took 16 ms = 32000 KB/sec, approx 263680 Kbps, 257.5 Mbps
3rd 512K took 0 ms = Infinity KB/sec, approx Infinity Kbps, Infinity Mbps
4th 512K took 15 ms = 34133.3 KB/sec, approx 281258 Kbps, 274.67 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx Infinity Kbps, Infinity Mbps
:Yikes:
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:43:57 GMT
1st 512K took 451 ms = 1135.3 KB/sec, approx 9355 Kbps, 9.14 Mbps
2nd 512K took 433 ms = 1182.4 KB/sec, approx 9743 Kbps, 9.51 Mbps
3rd 512K took 440 ms = 1163.6 KB/sec, approx 9588 Kbps, 9.36 Mbps
4th 512K took 437 ms = 1171.6 KB/sec, approx 9654 Kbps, 9.43 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 9585 Kbps, 9.36 Mbps
Nope Dam aint on 20 meg yet :(
Kashinoda
01-05-2007, 00:50
wtf lol
Mon, 30 Apr 2007 23:47:02 GMT
1st 512K took 175 ms = 2925.7 KB/sec, approx 24108 Kbps, 23.54 Mbps
2nd 512K took 25 ms = 20480 KB/sec, approx 168755 Kbps, 164.8 Mbps
3rd 512K took 24 ms = 21333.3 KB/sec, approx 175786 Kbps, 171.67 Mbps
4th 512K took 33 ms = 15515.2 KB/sec, approx 127845 Kbps, 124.85 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 124124 Kbps, 121.22 Mbps
hurricane
01-05-2007, 01:02
well i've been upgraded and the config is showing 20mb, alas...
1st 512K took 343 ms = 1492.7 KB/sec, approx 12300 Kbps, 12.01 Mbps
2nd 512K took 344 ms = 1488.4 KB/sec, approx 12264 Kbps, 11.98 Mbps
3rd 512K took 328 ms = 1561 KB/sec, approx 12863 Kbps, 12.56 Mbps
4th 512K took 328 ms = 1561 KB/sec, approx 12863 Kbps, 12.56 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 12573 Kbps, 12.28 Mbps
anything to do with being on a 120 perhaps?
well i've been upgraded and the config is showing 20mb, alas...
1st 512K took 343 ms = 1492.7 KB/sec, approx 12300 Kbps, 12.01 Mbps
2nd 512K took 344 ms = 1488.4 KB/sec, approx 12264 Kbps, 11.98 Mbps
3rd 512K took 328 ms = 1561 KB/sec, approx 12863 Kbps, 12.56 Mbps
4th 512K took 328 ms = 1561 KB/sec, approx 12863 Kbps, 12.56 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 12573 Kbps, 12.28 Mbps
anything to do with being on a 120 perhaps?
Most likely! What area are you in by the way?
Tue, 01 May 2007 00:04:37 GMT
1st 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
2nd 512K took 453 ms = 1130.2 KB/sec, approx 9313 Kbps, 9.09 Mbps
3rd 512K took 454 ms = 1127.8 KB/sec, approx 9293 Kbps, 9.08 Mbps
4th 512K took 796 ms = 643.2 KB/sec, approx 5300 Kbps, 5.18 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 8305 Kbps, 8.11 Mbps
No upgrade, damn blast it ;)
hurricane
01-05-2007, 01:06
i'm in folkestone, kent. i guess it comes under the "ashford area"
anything to do with being on a 120 perhaps?
If memory serves a 120 can handle 12-14mb max.
And to those people jammy enough to be posting 20mb results, please post your location as well. :)
Edit: Druchii beat me to it. :p:
hurricane
01-05-2007, 01:08
If memory serves a 120 can handle 12-14mb max.
makes sense, i'm now getting an incredibly consistent 11.98mb!
I have the ambit 120 thing, and was told it was fine so will the buggers want £25 to upgrade me....?
I have the ambit 120 thing, and was told it was fine so will the buggers want £25 to upgrade me....?
If you can plug a modem in yourself... No :p:
Kooshini
01-05-2007, 01:10
I'm in Manchester with a NTL:200 and still getting 10Mb :(
I have the ambit 120 thing, and was told it was fine so will the buggers want £25 to upgrade me....?
Not if you're capable of fitting it yourself, they'll post one out to you if you can, free of charge I believe.
Edit: Damnit Druchii, stop doing that :rolleyes:
hurricane
01-05-2007, 01:13
but if he's been told it's fine when it clearly isn't, won't they be reluctant to send out upgrades based on their "up to" get out clause?
Hang on, so as long as I can manage to plug it into a plug socket, connect my ethernet and shove the broadband cable into another modem I am spared a £25 charge?
Who do they think is using their broadband PC World Tech Guys?
*phones up in morning*
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I'm in Manchester with a NTL:200 and still getting 10Mb :(
Ditto
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but if he's been told it's fine when it clearly isn't, won't they be reluctant to send out upgrades based on their "up to" get out clause?
Not if I am incapable of getting it.
Hang on, so as long as I can manage to plug it into a plug socket, connect my ethernet and shove the broadband cable into another modem I am spared a £25 charge?
Who do they think is using their broadband PC World Tech Guys?
*phones up in morning*
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Ditto
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Not if I am incapable of getting it.
Old people, or ones that don't really know what they're doing, or don't feel comfortable with doing it themselves.
They have to cater for everyone :)
Who do they think is using their broadband PC World Tech Guys?
Aye, I wouldn't trust one of them to change a light bulb, let alone a modem! :D
No upgrade as of yet in Grimsby yet still 10mbit :(
DarkGashX
01-05-2007, 01:35
No upgrade as of yet in Grimsby yet still 10mbit :(
Same for Cleethorpes.
Nothing yet for Croydon as well
Sirpingalot
01-05-2007, 02:07
Or in Liverpool/Chester/Wirral area
annnnd in circles we go...
manicmark66
01-05-2007, 02:11
1st 512K took 234 ms = 2188 KB/sec, approx 18029 Kbps, 17.61 Mbps
2nd 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
3rd 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
4th 512K took 219 ms = 2337.9 KB/sec, approx 19264 Kbps, 18.81 Mbps
Overall Average Speed = approx 18955 Kbps, 18.51 Mbps
Just rebooted modem and config page has changed, I am in Ewell, Surrey.:clap:
Sirpingalot
01-05-2007, 02:15
Is it possible that people who are still getting 10mbit/s now could be getting the 20mbit/s by the 6am?
Is it possible that people who are still getting 10mbit/s now could be getting the 20mbit/s by the 6am?
Yes it's possible, but in the same respect, it's also possible I could win the jackpot on the lottery 3 weeks running. But I wont hold my breath.
Is it possible that people who are still getting 10mbit/s now could be getting the 20mbit/s by the 6am?
It's all possible Jessica Alba, Tina O Brien and Jennifer Ellison could turn up at my door butt naked for a night of fun, and I could win lottery and be given a Ferrari F430 in black with tanned leather seats.
I've just phoned CS to ask why I'm not on 20meg already..the cleaning lady answered, apologised and offered me free broadband, TV, phone and cleaning services for life along with unlimited cups of tea.
Not sure what to make of it all really except she wouldn't give me her name..
I may phone and ask while shes there if I can have a chicken tikka on garlic naan.
zing_deleted
01-05-2007, 06:52
technically a dvd5 is 4.3G and a dvd9 is 8.5G
wrong a dvd 5 is 4.7 gig total cap http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DVD
I went to bed and didnt check and still aint lol
Is it possible that people who are still getting 10mbit/s now could be getting the 20mbit/s by the 6am?
To be honest i am totally confused this morning as to what is happening ?. This does not match what i had been led to believe would happen last night. ?.
Oh well May 1st..... bring on the hundreds of new "where is my 20Mb" threads that are bound to occur, word to the wise people..... be patient this time ;)
zing_deleted
01-05-2007, 07:00
Oh well May 1st..... bring on the hundreds of new "where is my 20Mb" threads that are bound to occur, word to the wise people..... be patient this time ;)
I can vouch for that seeing as I wasnt and got myself banned when NTL rolled out 3 meg 2 years ago ;)
Oh well May 1st..... bring on the hundreds of new "where is my 20Mb" threads that are bound to occur, word to the wise people..... be patient this time ;)
I am thinking of staying away from the forum for a day or two, Let all the " I want compensation" crowd to get it off there chest. It will be totally unbearable for the next couple of hours on here.
First big i want compensation and Virgin are **** post by 08.00 me thinks, give or take a couple of seconds :LOL:
Might as well get it in early "Where is my 20Mb :angryface:".
:p: Although i could do with the extra upload right now, uploading stupid holiday photos... 60Mb of them :( I hate the slowness.
zing_deleted
01-05-2007, 07:08
awwwwwww diddums you dont have to sit and watch the progress bar you know lol lol ;)
awwwwwww diddums you dont have to sit and watch the progress bar you know lol lol ;)
Hey, it's a welcome break from working... I should go get breakfast or something :)
zing_deleted
01-05-2007, 07:11
im still sat in bed ;) on 10 meg to stay on topic although modem is downstairs and ive not rebooted it to make sure im still 10 meg lol
im still sat in bed ;) on 10 meg to stay on topic although modem is downstairs and ive not rebooted it to make sure im still 10 meg lol
click this and restore defaults to reboot
http://192.168.100.1/TlNavigation.asp
zing_deleted
01-05-2007, 07:18
I was gonna do that but thought what if they aint default settings lol lol
yeah still 10 meg I can wait though im happy with 10
IvIaXiIvIuS
01-05-2007, 07:25
yeah still 10 meg I can wait though im happy with 10
There speaks the man laying in bed re-booting his modem to check to see just how happy he was going to be ;)
zing_deleted
01-05-2007, 07:30
There speaks the man laying in bed re-booting his modem to check to see just how happy he was going to be ;)
well unfortunatly the roll out requires a modem reboot and this isnt being triggered remotely. This is VM's only error in this I think as the only way you will get the config is by a manual reboot. The only reason im awake is cuz my o2 line was dodgy yesterday and got all my texts from yesterday evening and afternoon all arrive together at 06.30 which woke me up :(
If I was in charge at VM I would do the roll out on the qt tell no one justlet the leaks and rumours go round then once the configs been sent to everyone then tell customers. I would do this to stop all the hassle about why does such and such have it when I dont as this is silly.
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