Internet Connection Sharing

SiC420

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I just got satelite hooked up.. to 3 computers.. the computer that has the modem hooked up to gets around 300k when downloading.. but on any other computer that isn't the host, it gets like 8-10k per second.. wea re using internet connection sharing.. any idea why it is doing this
 

DaiShan

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what are the specs of all of the systems? what network hardware are you using?
 

SiC420

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the host..

AthlonXP 1800
384 megs of ram
3com network adapter.
running windowsXP

DELL Inspiron 8100
384 megs of ram
running windows XP

PIII 500
128 megs of ram
3com network adapter.
running windows 98


we have a 19port hub.
 

DaiShan

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is that xp rig a via based chipset? tried the latest 4 in 1's? do you have the latest drivers for the network adapters, how far is your cabling going?
 

SiC420

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yes on everything...

the cabling isn't very far.. just downstairs to upstairs
 

DaiShan

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I'm assuming you bought a thing of cat5 right? and it probably isn't anywhere near 100 meters. so are there any kniks in the cord, have you checked for nics in the cable?