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Worse internet speeds after upgrading from 100Mbps to 300Mbps speed plan
Hi,
I've upgraded from the 100Mbps to the 300Mbps internet plan on 8/7/22 and I've only received worse speeds as a result. It varies so much throughout the day but more often than not, its worse than before. Previously, it was at least consistently decent speeds but now its anywhere from 2Mbps - 90Mbps, and has never broke 100Mbps. This was tested on my desktop PC that I've been using just fine with the internet for the past 8 years. I've attempted restarts of the modem/router but its actually to the point where it even has issues connecting to the internet sometimes. Is there any way to investigate the reason for this? Why am I paying more for worse?
Modem: ARRIS SURFboard SB6141 (supports up to 1Gbps)
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Download speeds: up to 300 Mbps
Upload speeds: up to 10 Mbps
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BruceW
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2 years ago
Note that the 6141 is no longer an approved device. When it was approved, it was for use with plan speeds "Up to 284 Mbps" (see https://www.xfinity.com/support/devices).
Using devices on speed tiers for which they are not approved, and using devices that are no longer approved, tends to produce unexpected results, often speeds well below the manufacturer's rating. You need to pick one of the modems on the "Devices" page that is approved for the 300 Mbps speed tier or drop back to a lower tier.
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user_d171ff
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5 Messages
2 years ago
Thanks for the response. I'll attempt to get a modern router.
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user_d171ff
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2 years ago
I've bought a Motorola MB8611 Cable Modem to see if it fixes the problem.
I did a speed test before I swapped it out
Before:
Model: ARRIS SURFboard SB6141
92Mbps Download
11.9 Mbps Upload
After:
Model: Motorola MB8611
92Mbps Download
12.1 Mbps Upload
So effectively no change and I'm still not reaching the promised 300Mbps, and still haven't broken the 100 Mbps barrier
The router I'm using is a TL-WR940N V6 (450Mbps) and I'm plugged in via a Ethernet LAN cable to my desktop.
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EG
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2 years ago
That router has only 10/100 ethernet ports so you'll only get around 90 Mbps hardwired to it. For a test, what do you get with a computer that is hardwired directly to the 8600 cable modem (no router in the mix) ?
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user_d171ff
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2 years ago
@EG Yes, that was the problem! I didn't realize my 450Mbps wireless router only had 10/100 hardwire ports. Guess I'll have to buy another piece of equipment!
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user_d171ff
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2 years ago
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user_dc5dda
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2 years ago
I have the same problem. I upgraded and was told that my current modem/ router would support the change 100 to 300 and my speeds are slower than NCC the change. Although, when I test my speed using the Xfinity app it reads ( not direct quote; can’t remember the exact words) you are getting all your speed!
But when I use another speed test it shows a completely different outcome.
My modem/ router is the black box looking thing.
thanks!
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user_80d2d1
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31 Messages
2 years ago
Your ARRIS SURFboard SB6141 modem limit is 100 Mbps not 1 gig. So you can't get faster unless you replace your modem that can handle 1 gig. read the specifics. On amazon the description says limited to 100Mbps. whoever told you it can handle 1gig misinform you. It's the hardware issue.
many modem have faster wifi speed than wired line. For example. My modem wire can only handle 100Mbps. If i pay for more speed I won't get it cuz my hardware can't handle it. But on xifinity side , they see you getting 300Mbps. I don't need more than 100Mbps for one household.
If you getting wifi router to connect more stuff, make sure the ports are 1gig wired ports in the back. Some wifi router can let you do 1 gig wifi but limit to 100Mbps wired. So make sure the back port can do 1gig too. These specifics matter with hardware.
Also when you see description for many wireless router. Often people mislook the hardwire speed. The 450Mbps is the stats for the wifi. Most advertisement focus on the wifi speed and ignore mentioning the hardwire speed . you often have to go look at the specs.
Another thing you might want to check is settings after setting up. My modem default seems to limit my speed and limit connected device. I had to go into setting and change it to unlimited speed and allow more device to connect to wifi. Some company have limited speed as default.
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EG
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2 years ago
@user_80d2d1
FWIW. The original poster's @user_d171ff has been resolved.
@user_dc5dda
Please create a new topic of your own here on this board detailing your issue. Thanks. Marked "Solved" thread is now being closed.
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