DSL splitters .. vs DSL filters

Discussion in 'Internet & Networking' started by zy, Dec 18, 2005.

  1. zy

    zy zynine.com Staff Member

    hey guys... i just found out my streamyx DSL speed was halfed for a month after i swapped filters ..

    setup 1

    main -> splited into 2
    -> to DSL modem
    -> to DSL filter -> fax machine

    kitchen -> to DSL splitter/filter -> telephone

    RESULT : 512kbps


    setup 2

    main -> to DSL splitter/filter -> modem & fax machine

    kitchen -> to DSL filter -> telephone

    RESULT : 256kbps
     
    zy, Dec 18, 2005
    #1
  2. Adrian Wong

    Adrian Wong Da Boss Staff Member

    Err.. Where's your DSL modem in the second setup?

    In any case, you are not supposed to connect the modem to the DSL filter. :think:
     
    Adrian Wong, Dec 21, 2005
    #2
  3. zy

    zy zynine.com Staff Member

    the second setup, the DSL spliter/filter has 2 ends.. one for DSL Modem .. one for Phone
     
    zy, Dec 21, 2005
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