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Title: BT speed test
Post by: Noreen on Aug 14, 2009, 10:56:55
Has anyone managed to do this test today? I don't normally have a problem with it but can't get a test today, keep getting error message.
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:00:57
Fine here:

Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
    Your DSL connection rate: 3864 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  760 kbps(UP-STREAM)
    IP profile for your line is - 3000 kbps
    Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 2764 kbps
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 14, 2009, 11:03:11
No problem here, Noreen, but I'm still on Max, my throughput speed is pretty dire to what I normally get though.

Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
   Your DSL connection rate: 8128 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  448 kbps(UP-STREAM)
   IP profile for your line is - 7150 kbps
   Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 2104 kbps

Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:04:29
Ouch.  :o
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Noreen on Aug 14, 2009, 11:07:03
What does it mean when you get the Error message, can anyone explain?
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:10:03
It just seems to be an inadequately resourced system, which throws out error messages when it's overloaded. :(
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Noreen on Aug 14, 2009, 11:12:40
Strangely, I've just managed to do a test on my fourth attempt. ;D

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Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 14, 2009, 11:12:48
Quote from: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:04:29
Ouch.  :o

Ouch indeed, Rik, yet I've just got this result from BBMax tester here (http://www.speedtest.bbmax.co.uk/results.php?t=1250248452&v=7616192)  :conf:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:13:44
Try TB, Ray and go for the best of three. ;)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:14:26
Quote from: Noreen on Aug 14, 2009, 11:12:40
Strangely, I've just managed to do a test on my fourth attempt. ;D

It's almost like a stuck profile which isn't the one being reported.  :shake:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 14, 2009, 11:18:06
This is probably more like it, TBB results (http://www.thinkbroadband.com/speedtest/results/id/125024482226359130988.html)  :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:19:22
That's a fair old spread of speeds, isn't it, Ray. :( I'd let support know.
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Noreen on Aug 14, 2009, 11:19:47
I've reached the stage that if I can stay connected, I'm pleased, Rik. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:24:43
I can understand that. It's not how things should be though. :(
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 14, 2009, 11:25:01
Quote from: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:19:22
That's a fair old spread of speeds, isn't it, Ray. :( I'd let support know.

This (http://usertools.plus.net/exchanges/?exchange=Leire&exact=2152&plugin=vp) is probably why, Rik.  :(
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 11:33:04
They're only six weeks late on the fix, Ray.  :shake:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 14, 2009, 11:42:47
They're probably too busy sorting out the cock up that is WBC, Rik.  :evil: :shake:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 12:01:46
 ;D

Is that possible.
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: drummer on Aug 14, 2009, 15:48:33
Lately I've been getting the error message just as the progress bar hits 100% which is irritating enough in itself, but when I try again, it tells me I have to wait three hours before testing again.

:wall:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 15:49:52
Don't you just love the infinite number of ways that BT can find to torture us. :sigh:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Gary on Aug 14, 2009, 16:03:33
Working here ok

Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
    Your DSL connection rate: 8128 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  448 kbps(UP-STREAM)
    IP profile for your line is - 7150 kbps
    Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 6208 kbps

Not bad for a Friday at all.
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 14, 2009, 18:47:44
Quote from: Rik on Aug 14, 2009, 12:01:46
;D

Is that possible.

Probably not, Rik.  :P :shake:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Glenn on Aug 14, 2009, 19:01:29
Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
    Your DSL connection rate: 2048 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  832 kbps(UP-STREAM)
    IP profile for your line is - 1750 kbps
    Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 1636 kbps
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: quandam on Aug 14, 2009, 19:13:56
I have tried to get a result from the BT speedtester over the past three weeks without success, just hangs and I give up after a 10 minute plus wait :dunno: The system is dire and a disgrace, especially when individuals have to rely on this only 'official' outlet for connection information. ::)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: zappaDPJ on Aug 15, 2009, 00:44:17
I've had one successful test in the last couple of weeks. When I say successful I mean it completed of course, the results are best left unsaid  :'(
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 09:09:06
I very rarely have problems, so I'm convinced that there is not just one test site. However, given that you and Q live at the opposite ends of the country, Zap, I can only assume that most of them are 'under-dimensioned'. :eyebrow:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 09:11:54
Quote from: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 09:09:06
I very rarely have problems, so I'm convinced that there is not just one test site. However, given that you and Q live at the opposite ends of the country, Zap, I can only assume that most of them are 'under-dimensioned'. :eyebrow:

I agree, I rarely have a problem with it either, is that 'techno speak' for congested or overloaded? Rik.  ;D :whistle:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 09:13:06
It's BT-speak for "we're not going to tell you what the real problem was", Ray. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 09:15:21
Quote from: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 09:13:06
It's BT-speak for "we're not going to tell you what the real problem was", Ray. ;D

I think the managers at BT would make good Politicians, Rik, they seem to be experts at spin and obfuscation.  ;D ::)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Glenn on Aug 15, 2009, 09:15:30
Under-dimensioned = insufficient capacity?
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 09:16:20
Or capacity wrongly configured?
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Noreen on Aug 15, 2009, 12:19:43
Can't do a test today so far. I did actually get halfway through the speedtest when it came up with the busy message and now it says that I can't have another test for three hours. >:(
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 12:22:31
Typical, they can't even be honest about errors. :sigh:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: BrianM on Aug 15, 2009, 14:28:12
Very rarely have problems with BT tester up here near sunny Leeds, Just ran a test.

Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
    Your DSL connection rate: 4992 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  448 kbps(UP-STREAM)
    IP profile for your line is - 4000 kbps
    Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 3760 kbps

Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 14:31:41
Pretty much spot on, Brian, though note how the profile system costs you the best part of a meg. :(
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 14:37:24
Well this is a lot better than yesterday: -

Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
    Your DSL connection rate: 8128 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  448 kbps(UP-STREAM)
    IP profile for your line is - 7150 kbps
    Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 6598 kbps  :) :thumb:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 14:44:14
Stop making me jealous, Ray. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Glenn on Aug 15, 2009, 15:05:07
It's only 3.5x faster than my line  :sob:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 15:14:25
Now I feel sorry I raised it, Glenn, as it's only 2.5x mine. :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 15:15:46
Quote from: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 14:44:14
Stop making me jealous, Ray. ;D

Sorry, Rik and Glenn,  :hug:  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 15:19:31
:nana: ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 15:19:50
You must be under dimensioned then, Rik.  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 15:23:52
:nana: :nana: Raising the steaks, eh, Ray? ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 15:25:39
Quote from: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 15:23:52
:nana: :nana: Raising the steaks, eh, Ray? ;D

;D
Shouldn't that be (b)raising the steaks, Rik.  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 15:26:30
Never, Ray, that would be sacrilege.  :o
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Glenn on Aug 15, 2009, 15:27:09
I just found a way of increasing my line speed, but it will cost about £80k, move to Crowthorne
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 15:27:29
Quote from: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 15:26:30
Never, Ray, that would be sacrilege.  :o

I agree it would indeed.  ;)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Sebby on Aug 15, 2009, 15:30:43
Quote from: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 15:19:50
You must be under dimensioned then, Rik.  ;D

:rofl:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Noreen on Aug 15, 2009, 17:24:33
Have just managed to do a test at third attempt. I've actually managed to stay connected for over 30 hours (shhhhh, don't tell anybody!) although my speed is slower than last test.

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Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 17:33:40
I suppose it's a least halfway decent. :( Hopefully, you'll be flying again by Tuesday. :fingers:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 15, 2009, 18:37:20
Test1 comprises of Best Effort Test:  -provides background information.
    Your DSL connection rate: 5411 kbps(DOWN-STREAM),  976 kbps(UP-STREAM)
    IP profile for your line is - 4500 kbps
    Actual IP throughput achieved during the test was - 347 kbps


Oh it got faster  :mad:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 18:40:11
It's clearly a BT issue and beyond any ISP's control, David. I'm just hoping that this re-dimensioning that's due to be done by Monday evening will actually help you, and others like you.
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 15, 2009, 18:43:30
 :running: :pig: :dig: I have more chance of becoming the next pope   ;D

I'm not that bothered anymore its not worth the blood pressure  :dunno:

You can bet a tray of pork pies it will have no effect on anyone living or with real names  :eyebrow:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 18:50:02
We'll see, David. I live in hope, but not too much. ;)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 15, 2009, 18:51:25
Roll on Monday  :eyebrow:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 18:56:07
Bacon?  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 18:57:28
Sausage?  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 18:57:53
Swiss?
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 18:59:00
Rock &?  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 18:59:16
Brighton? ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 19:00:36
Blackpool?  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 19:01:23
Edinburgh? ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 15, 2009, 19:02:14
Thats not fair I cant keep up.....I'm so slow here you posted 6 before I knew  ;D




7  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 19:02:51
Northern?  ;D

Pay attention, David.  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 15, 2009, 19:03:18
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Aug 15, 2009, 19:02:14
Thats not fair I cant keep up.....I'm so slow here you posted 6 before I knew  ;D




7  ;D

Hard cheese. ;D

Talking of which, food calls. :bye:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 19:04:36
I've had some more of the sausages tonight, DR yet again, Rik?  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 15, 2009, 19:04:56
Enjoy.... :cheers: :food:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 15, 2009, 19:05:51
QuoteNorthern?

I think they are my isp Ray  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Sebby on Aug 16, 2009, 01:47:46
347kbps... Things are looking up, David. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 11:20:50
Quote from: Ray on Aug 15, 2009, 19:04:36
I've had some more of the sausages tonight, DR yet again, Rik?  ;D

Yup, honey-roast salmon. :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Simon on Aug 16, 2009, 12:18:55
Fillet for lunch today.  (http://pc-pals.com/pics/smileys/woot!.gif)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:19:40
The Chateaubriand has been postponed till tonight...  :food:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 12:31:13
Speed test into food   :dunno: :rofl2: :lmao:.........it can only be Simon and Rik  ;D

Ray,
Sebby and Glenn  ;D
Jill  ;)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Simon on Aug 16, 2009, 12:31:30
Quote from: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:19:40
The Chateaubriand has been postponed till tonight...  :food:

You'll enjoy that!  :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:31:48
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Aug 16, 2009, 12:31:13
Speed test into food   :dunno: :rofl2: :lmao:.........it can only be Simon and Rik  ;D

Ray,
Sebby and Glenn  ;D
Jill  ;)

We know our onions, David. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:32:01
Quote from: Simon on Aug 16, 2009, 12:31:30
You'll enjoy that!  :)

I will. :) :thumb:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 12:36:48
Thats shallot then  :basil: :basil:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:39:13
:grn: :karmic:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 12:43:42
 :ithank: and great feed  :thumb:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:44:28
The feed around here is always great, Sue is a master at cooking. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 16, 2009, 12:44:46
Quote from: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:39:13
:grn: :karmic:

Seconded :grn:  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 12:49:37
 :ithank: :hehe: Lets get together with Simon we can be the four seasons...Rik your pepper
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:50:02
I thought I was mustard. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 16, 2009, 12:51:48
Quote from: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:50:02
I thought I was mustard. ;D

would that be Colonel Mustard.  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Simon on Aug 16, 2009, 12:53:52
I'll be chilli - seeing as I'm often a pain in the arse.  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 12:55:13
 :rofl2: :karmic: I thoguht that was my crown Simon ......
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:59:28
Quote from: Ray on Aug 16, 2009, 12:51:48
would that be Colonel Mustard.  ;D

More like whole grain in my case, Ray. :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 12:59:48
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Aug 16, 2009, 12:55:13
:rofl2: :karmic: I thoguht that was my crown Simon ......

Funny place to wear a crown. ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Ray on Aug 16, 2009, 13:02:44
Indeed.  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 13:05:51
 :zip: :zip: pass  :evil:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 13:07:25
That's not like you, David.  :whistle:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Gary on Aug 16, 2009, 13:12:40
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Aug 16, 2009, 13:05:51
:zip: :zip: pass  :evil:
Wind?  :evil:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 13:13:41
It is Sunday  :eyebrow: :whistle:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 13:14:05
Not in New Zealand...  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Gary on Aug 16, 2009, 13:15:55
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Aug 16, 2009, 13:13:41
It is Sunday  :eyebrow: :whistle:
Just more rich food then David, to create a breeze with  ;D  ;)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 13:20:13
Quote from: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 13:14:05
Not in New Zealand...  ;D

:no: what have they done Rik.......fine nation of people  ;D

Quote from: Gary on Aug 16, 2009, 13:15:55
Just more rich food then David, to create a breeze with  ;D  ;)

Thanks for that though Gary  ;D I will savour it all day  :bawl:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 13:23:45
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Aug 16, 2009, 13:20:13
:no: what have they done Rik.......fine nation of people  ;D

Gone past midnight. :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 13:25:38
Is it to do with Rugby this deep seated resentment of this nation  ;D
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 13:26:49
No way, I love watching the All Blacks. :)

Lunch! :bye:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: David on Aug 16, 2009, 13:32:56
Enjoy  :thumb:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 16, 2009, 14:37:03
I did. :)
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Sebby on Aug 17, 2009, 01:01:13
I knew you would. :tongue:
Title: Re: BT speed test
Post by: Rik on Aug 17, 2009, 08:32:57
 ;D

I always do, it's a principle I hold dearly.  8-)