MBL slow file transfer

[staulhagen]

New MBL (2 weeks old) would transfer files from pc to mbl at 2-5 mb/s. OKay, slow according to other postings here, but OK by me. The last couple of days transfer rate has been 16-26 kbs (yes, kbs). I don't have anything else running, and the router is a brand new N600 dual bang gigabit router. I am aware of the issue of compatible network cards etc, but all I am after is finding out why the transfer rate is as low as 16-26kbs - and getting it back to 2-3mb before I get around to updating network cards etc (work issued pc, so a bit limited as to when I can demand a new one).

Input would be much appreciated (I'm not computer guru, so low tech would be fantastic )

thanks

[Wizer]

The best way to determine if the connection is compromised at the router is by connecting the drive directly to the computer

this will help isolate the issue

[Myron]

If you connect the MBL directly to the computer, use a correctly wired cross-over cable.