connection interupts?

beano · 2 May 2008 at 18:06

If it's not too BIG a question... What's the most common reason for CI's?

When gaming, my ping seems to jump about all over the place causing lag and connection interupts. It'll be fine for a bit (around 20) then it starts going mental!?!

I was using an actiontec router, but have now changed to a Netgear DG834G; no noticeable difference. MY ISP is UK Online.

Any pointers on what/where to check would be much appreciated.

tolien · 2 May 2008 at 18:41

What do you mean connection interrupts? Losing sync or something?

beano · 2 May 2008 at 21:21

Not sure how to put it to be honest!?! In game, the ping and fps shoot up, and everything freezes. It comes up on-screen with connection interrupted! I guess it's to do with packet flow, but that is just a guess!?!

tolien · 2 May 2008 at 21:56

That could be one of a million things - you need to do some legwork to narrow down what's happening.
Your router will have an ADSL light (and ideally, a second light for the "internet connection") - does it change? Alternatively, there should be some status information within the router's web interface.

Does it happen every time you do something?

beano · 4 May 2008 at 15:21

Hi tolien,

I'll have to come back to this one mate, as my comp died last night. :rolleyes:

As soon as i get it working again, or replace the mobo, i'll come back to this.

Cheers for your help
Scott