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The_VW
Jun 11, 2021Tutor
CM1100 on Optimum 1 gig service only getting 450 Mbps
Hi, I recently moved and got Optimum 1gig service setup to my residence. Tech said he saw 950+ speeds from his handheld device, but when I hardwire my PC to the modem I am only getting 450 Mbps. I ...
FURRYe38
Jun 11, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Try a different PC or Laptop?
The Cm1100 is well capable of near 900Mpbs if you have a good PC or Laptop connected. Be sure to use Ooklas installable speed test app. Web browser and some speed test sites don't accurately give good results.
- The_VWJun 12, 2021Tutor
have tried multiple devices, both hardwire and wifi, all results are around the 450 Mbps mark. Just tried ookla's downloaded app and got up to 550, but still not the gig i'm paying for lol
- plemansJun 12, 2021Guru - Experienced User
then from the sound if it your options are limited because of optimum saying the signal is fine and they won't do anymore because its a 3rd party device. Sadly, when they "check the speed" all they're checking is the signal, not if it can actually hit the speed.
You might have to rent a optimum modem for the $10 a month. If it hits full speeds, the its either the CM1100 or the provisioning on it.
If you're within warranty, then you have something to go to support about. If its not, then you can check on a different modem.
Do you actually have a screen snip of the modem's cable connection page and logs? It wouldn't be the first time a tech has said the signal is fine when it wasn't.
- The_VWJun 12, 2021Tutor
yep, here you go.