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JeffinKenner
@cox.net

JeffinKenner

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Is there something wrong with Speedboost?

Download Speed: 27341 kbps (3417.6 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 19662 kbps (2457.8 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 17 ms
Sunday, February 09, 2014 7:37:29 PM

It used to burst to 30 then settle to 25. Lately, I barely get reach 25. Pages aren't loading as fast as they used to. Is DNS acting up again?
JeffinKenner

JeffinKenner

Anon

68.105.29.11 is a little higher than the others.

Pinging 68.105.29.11 with 32 bytes of data:
Reply from 68.105.29.11: bytes=32 time=57ms TTL=58
Reply from 68.105.29.11: bytes=32 time=57ms TTL=58
Reply from 68.105.29.11: bytes=32 time=57ms TTL=58
Reply from 68.105.29.11: bytes=32 time=58ms TTL=58

Ping statistics for 68.105.29.11:
Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 4, Lost = 0 (0% loss),
Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:
Minimum = 57ms, Maximum = 58ms, Average = 57ms

C:\Users\X>ping 68.105.28.12

Pinging 68.105.28.12 with 32 bytes of data:
Reply from 68.105.28.12: bytes=32 time=8ms TTL=59
Reply from 68.105.28.12: bytes=32 time=9ms TTL=59
Reply from 68.105.28.12: bytes=32 time=9ms TTL=59
Reply from 68.105.28.12: bytes=32 time=9ms TTL=59

Ping statistics for 68.105.28.12:
Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 4, Lost = 0 (0% loss),
Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:
Minimum = 8ms, Maximum = 9ms, Average = 8ms
JeffinKenner

JeffinKenner to JeffinKenner

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to JeffinKenner
According to the new website format, speedboost is no longer mentioned. I guess we will get a real cap at 25mpbs for preferred.

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Hard Harry7
join:2010-10-19
Narragansett, RI

Hard Harry7

Member

Still in the fine print. It is possible they capped powerboost though. I used to be able to get up to 100-120Mb+ when DOCSIS 3.0 modems first came out, and it seemed to last alot longer then the first 18-22MB. About 2 years ago they capped it. I have noticed similar capping, and usually around the time they offer a upgrade. What they are doing is capping the Speedboost and diverting that saved bandwidth to the speed increase IMHO.

"Cox Internet Preferred for $49.99/mo for 3 months
Advertised rate includes monthly recurring service fees but excludes equipment charges. Additional jacks, inside wiring, reconnection, activation, taxes, franchise fees, and surcharges are additional. Modem required for service. For best performance, use of Cox approved cable modem is recommended. A DOCSIS 3 modem is required to consistently receive optimal speeds for Preferred and higher tiers, and is strongly recommended for all other tiers. Uninterrupted or error-free Internet service, or the speed of your service, is not guaranteed. Actual speeds vary. Cox cannot guarantee the intended results from the McAfee® services or that the McAfee® software will be error-free, free from interruptions or other failures. The McAfee® services and features are subject to change. McAfee® is a registered trademark of McAfee®, Inc. PowerBoost® temporarily increases your download speeds for the first 18- 22 MB of a file when extra bandwidth is available. The maximum download speeds without PowerBoost® are as follows: Preferred 25 Mbps; Premier 50 Mbps; Ultimate 100 Mbps. PowerBoost® is a registered trademark of Comcast Corporation. Used with permission. A credit check and/or deposit may be required. Other restrictions may apply. All rates and offers are subject to change."

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JeffinKenner
@cox.net

JeffinKenner

Anon

It seems like there was something wrong because speeds are back to normal.

dvd536
as Mr. Pink as they come
Premium Member
join:2001-04-27
Phoenix, AZ

dvd536 to Hard Harry7

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speeds are so fast now they should just lose powerboost. PB doesn't stay on long enough to make a difference. just long enough to poison speedtests.

Hard Harry7
join:2010-10-19
Narragansett, RI

Hard Harry7

Member

I disagree. I think it still helps with buffering, especially HD and people on the lower tiers. I like that they aren't including it by default as your internet "speed" though.
Hard Harry7

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Well just because speedboost still exist, doesn't mean there might be something effecting it in your area right now. Maybe some kind of congestion so the "extra bandwidth" isn't available. How are you signal levels? Don't make me quote the thread.. ::grin::
ajwees41
Premium Member
join:2002-05-10
Omaha, NE

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it's not supposed to be on all time only first few seconds.