I really dont understand whats happening here.
I can get 4.5mb maximum in my area.
My modem syncs at a downstream connection rate of around 4500kbps, but alot of the time disconnects once a day and this changes slightly.
However, in speed tests and on downloads I achieve a maximum of 380kb/s.
I am connected via a wireless adapter. I use a Netgear DG834G and a Netgear WG111 Adapter.
FIRSTLY, Is 380kb/s correct for a modem syncing at 4500kbps?
ALSO, I plugged my modem into the test socket behind the BT faceplate, and my modem syncs at a massive 5600kbps, then drops half an hr later to 5215kbps. The wires - 2, 3, and 5 are connected behind the faceplate, however, the ring wire 3 wont make a difference while connected to the test socket right?
Do you think I should forget wireless and go via ethernet instead? To do this would mean having the router plugged into the upstairs phone socket.