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The Graveyard - Products No Longer Supported => Routers / COVR => DIR-655 => Topic started by: SESSO on February 01, 2010, 01:24:21 PM
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Okay so I can't seem to send files via AIM any faster than 64kb even though my upload speed is like 6mb and my friends send me files using the same version of AIM at over 100kbs etc so is there some setting I need to change to fix this? I tried port forwarding, but it didn't change anything at all. Thanks in advance.
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Perhaps an AIM server issue... They are in between.
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Yeah but it's exactly 64 kbs every single time I upload even though other people can go beyond that limit it's a personal issue with my outgoing file transfer.
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Yeah but it's exactly 64 kbs every single time I upload even though other people can go beyond that limit it's a personal issue with my outgoing file transfer.
There's more AIM servers to connect to...
If FTP or HTTP file transfers also show the same defect it is network related, which does not automatically mean it's a router issue
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Well I don't know for sure, but is there any settings beyond default I should change to open things up? I feel like I'm being restricted when connecting to someone else. Should I upgrade firmware? I'm using 1.21 right now.
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Remove the router from the equation.
Connect directly to your cable modem, if you can.
Are you using Wireless? connect directly to an ethernet port.
I use AIM and have no problems sending files at my max upload speed (~2Mps)
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Which version of AIM do you use? If it's not my router any idea what else it could be? What's your AIM bro?
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I use 5.9 and 7.1, the latest from www.aim.com.
Both work.
I like 5.9 because my buddies can "Get File" (works like ftp) on my screen name and DL anything they want. Both sides need to use 5.9.
I use 7.1 just cuz it is new, but you can only "Send files" to other buddies, they can't "Get file"
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Yeah I have version 5.9 and so do most of my friends. I just did a firmware upgrade to 133NA and virtually no difference with anything. I can't figure out for the life of me why it goes so slow on AIM. I don't have a firewall on and even if it was AIM is allowed. I also tried port forwarding, but nada. What OS do you use? There has to be something I can fix.
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I use XP with 5.9, version 7.1 I use Vista x86(desktop) and x64(laptop).
www.speedguide.net
Run TCPOptimizer to make sure your connection is wide open. Reboot.
You didn't mention if you are trying to do this wirelessly, but make sure you can get a 300Mps connection.
If you can try pinging the AIM servers, it just might be your geographic location or your neighborhood.
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Thanks I appreciate the help...
I'm not really sure how to use this program though? Do I click optimize settings and apply?
And my connection is wired/ethernet.
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If you have Vista or Win 7 you do not need the optimizer as these OS's are already optimized for broadband.
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If you have Vista or Win 7 you do not need the optimizer as these OS's are already optimized for broadband.
Yep. You'll only mess things up. Althought you could always try to disable the new automatic TCP settings (commandline).
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I use windows xp so what do I do?
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Okay so I can't seem to send files via AIM any faster than 64kb even though my upload speed is like 6mb and my friends send me files using the same version of AIM at over 100kbs etc so is there some setting I need to change to fix this? I tried port forwarding, but it didn't change anything at all. Thanks in advance.
Are you sure your upload is that high?
I have cable and mine is 12Mbps down/2Mbps up.
Do a speed test to find out for sure.
Speed test (http://www.dslreports.com/speedtest)
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Slower results than I use to get (http://www.speedtest.net/result/703840086.png) but still I can't even get anywhere near that when I send files through AIM and it's really irritating I use AIM alot I need to figure this out
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Don't use speedtest as the results get wacked because of Powerboost.
Example....below is what I get from speedtest.net on a fairly regular basis and I only have a 16/2 connection.
More accurate test can be found at dslreports ---> Speed Test (http://www.dslreports.com/speedtest)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/681704143.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/692613478.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/703918770.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
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Speedtest is the only thing that IS accurate for me. That other site says my speeds are way slower than I actually upload/download. I always take note of my speed or the time it takes when I upload/download. I pay for the 20 Mb plan and that's what I get. Every time I download from a site that allows full bandwidth I get 2.5 to 3.0 MB which is 20 to 25 Mb. I download whole movies in like 4 min or so. And when I upload songs to random site it takes like 7 seconds or less 500+ KB/s. But when it comes to AIM can't get over 64 KB up which I was able to do on an old very cheap DSL connection that was like 1.5MB 150 KB down and 60'ish KB up...
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I have used this for XP 32, Vista 32 and Vista 64. I don't have a "real" W7 yet, VM only.
I ran under W7 VM with no problems. It is unknow if I "fixed" anything.
Here is how you use the tool:
1. Drag connection speed all the way to 20000 (or you max DL rate)
2. Check "Modify all Network Adaptters"
3. At bottom, highlight "Optimal Settings"
4. Apply Settings.
5. OK.
6. Reboot.
and, enjoy!!
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Oh and try other bandwidth tester's
I like SpeedTest and:
http://www.pcpitstop.com/internet/default.asp
This one is just OK:
http://www.beelinebandwidthtest.com/
They should all be around the same value.
And your ISPs bandwidth meter is really no good, it tests "in network" speeds (mine with Speed Boost). Real-life speeds are found with the others.
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bandwidthplace.com seems to be accurate for me.
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Yeah most of those show similar results to my speedtest.net I don't even go by tests though I download and upload real files to/from different sites and I see the downloads go 2+ MB (3000 KB/s) etc down and 500+ KB up so yeah I still need to figure out why my pc won't let me send higher than specifically 64 KB it's via AIM it's like something is stopping it. I don't know.
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So you ported forwared both TCP 4099 and TCP 5190 ?
And you verified both ports are open when aim is running?
http://www.canyouseeme.org/ is a easy way to verify.
I know you said you tried, but just verifing you did these ports and made sure they were in fact open.
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Error: I could not see your service on (my internet ip) on port (5190)
Reason: Connection refused
That's odd. This site is accurate right? Working? I put 5190 in both TCP/UDP and forwarded my computer IP address. Should I be forwarding to another IP like my routers IP?
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I tried some other sites as well and they all say my ports are closed! WTF!? I double checked everything and I did port forward correctly so what else could it be? I don't even have a pc firewall on right now and it allows all the programs I use anyway. I knew something wasn't right...
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Yeah every port is like blocked I even tried virtual server status is still blocked...
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I used to have problems with port forwarding (probably fixed in later f/w releases) but I dont care. I'm sticking with 1.2, anyways, try virutal server, kyou probably need to reboot the router manually. You will also want to forward the same ports on your software firewall that is installed on your computer.
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I don't have any firewall software just windows firewall and I tried disabling it and the ports are still closed. I tried port forwarding router, virtual server, even DMZ and they are all still closed. I even ran it directly to the modem and the results still said closed on various port test sites. This is so irritating. I mean I can sign on AIM for example and use the program, but that's not the point. All my port tests fail. I need to know what is causing this. It's not the modem and apparently not the router either? So what else is left... It's not firewall or anti virus software either.
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what is the model of the modem?
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It's a Motorla SB6120 but I called my ISP and they said it doesn't block ports...
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Are you remembering to disable/enable your NIC or do a ipconfig/release then ipconfig/renew after your changes?
Ports will stay in the state they were in unless you do that.
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I would delete all the ports I have set to forwarding, reboot the router. Reboot my PC.
Then reforward the ports I listed, then reboot router and your PC once more.
And your testing if the ports are open while AIM is running abd while your attempting to transfer a file right?
Just having AIM open is not enough, have it do a file transer and then check the ports while the transfer is happening. Other wise, yes the ports will remain closed. Since no active application on your PC is running.