Troubleshooting your DSL connection

External AC/DC power adapters

Computers or peripherals that use brick style AC/DC power adapters/transformers can be a big source of RFI. So, if your computer or peripherals have adapters or transformers of this type, consider keeping your DSL modem as far away as possible from such devices. You might even want to use separate surge protectors for your DSL modem and your other equipment.

Contents

     1.  Intro
     2.  Test your connection speed
     3.  Monitor your connection
     4.  Tweak your system
     5.  Problems caused by line quality
     6.  Problems cause by household lighting
     7.  External AC/DC power adapters
     8.  Resources
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