[Sephiroth]

Yes - you do have to bottom out if it's the router or not. It's time consuming. In any case the VM supplied router is bottom of the range and not good for multiple wireless users. In fact, if you bite the bullet, go for a Buffalo 'n' router.

As I said, the easiest method for eliminating the router is to connect direct to the modem and prove that there is no performance degradation of the type described. Then work back to the router, wired and finally revert to wireless.

As a parallel track, if you wish to post your modem stats (including event log but removing any MAC address information for your cable modem), feel free becasue then we can quickly see if there is an obvious network or modem issue.

Cheers