[adsl] ADSL2+ performance is achievable today

[Steve Phillips]

Simon Cobb wrote:
> I've just been through an interesting experience with my ISP, Maxnet.
> I'm on their standard full up full down "Dash MX MX" plan.  When I saw
> on this list that my exchange had been upgraded to ADSL2+, I knew I had
> an ADSL2+ capable modem, so I contacted Maxnet to ask why I was only
> seeing ADSL1 performance (~7.6mbps).  They were extremely helpful,
> providing stats on my line and liaising multiple times with Telecom who
> made several tweaks to my line.  Apparently, one of the key factors in
> getting ADSL2+ performance is getting your SNR right.  2 days ago, when
> I first contacted Maxnet, my SNR was 25db, which is apparently way too
> high.
> 
> Anyway, to cut a long story short, this morning my line has been
> adjusted, my SNR is now at the recommended 12db and my download internet
> performance is around 17mbps.  So ADSL2+ performance is achievable today
> if you have the correct equipment and your line is properly configured
> (and your ISP is as helpful as Maxnet were).

Screenshots as proof might make this more believable.

-- 
Steve.