Now you are ready to begin the test. Please read the instructions below before starting.
Step 1: Below these instructions you will find an active java applet. Click the start button
Step 2: Wait until the test has finished. Remember that it may take up to 30 seconds. Once the test is done, this page will refresh and your results will be displayed automatically.
Additional important information before you begin:
*AOL and other ISP proxy servers may break upload speed measurements which may results in incomplete results.
*If you see a “Sorry. Test server busy.” message, please try again later.
*If the java applet is not visible, you may need to try another browser.
Quick Questions About the Buy Telco Speed Test:
What does this test do?
This test benchmarks your upstream and downstream line speeds. Our test servers are located in order to reach major backbones via DS3s (45 Mbps). The test is reliable up to approximately 5 Mbps.
Why do I get different results from different test servers?
When you receive an extremely poor test result, it may indicate that your ISP or the test server is simply congested. In order to benchmark your line speed, you should take the highest speed your connection has received.