➡️ Testing Server or VPS Internet Speed
When checking your server or VPS internet speed using Speedtest.net, it’s important to follow a few best practices to ensure accurate results. The browser, test location, and test conditions can all impact what you see.
➡️ Step 1: Use the Correct Browser
Always use Mozilla Firefox when performing a speed test. Other browsers, like Google Chrome, do not handle multi-threaded connections properly during Speedtest, which can result in inaccurate or lower speed readings.
➡️ Step 2: Verify the Correct Test Server Location
Speedtest.net may automatically select an incorrect test server location — often in a completely different city or state from your actual VPS or server. This distance can cause latency and reduced reported speeds.
✔ To correct this:
- Manually search for and select the city or state where your server is physically hosted.
- Run the test again to see accurate results for your true server location.
Example: If your VPS is hosted in Dallas, but Speedtest defaults to Buffalo, select a Dallas-based test server before running your test.
➡️ Understanding Speed Test Variations
We can assure you that all Rayobyte servers are on 1 Gbps premium, dedicated network lines. If your speed test results appear lower than expected, the issue typically lies with how these online speed tests measure performance — not with the server’s actual network speed.
Here are the common reasons why your results might appear inaccurate:
- Single Connection Limitation: Speedtest.net measures speed using a single connection, which may not fully utilize a 1 Gbps line.
- Shared Bandwidth on Test Servers: To see the full 1 Gbps, both your server’s connection and the Speedtest server’s connection must be 100% free — which is rarely the case. Many users are running tests simultaneously, consuming available bandwidth.
- Server Overload: Speedtest servers can become overloaded. You might see 100 Mbps during one test and 900 Mbps a few seconds later.
- IP Location Mismatch: Some IPs used for VPS instances are registered to one location (for example, Buffalo), while the physical server may reside elsewhere (for example, Dallas). Since Speedtest bases its server choice on IP geolocation, it may test against a distant server — skewing results.
Learn how to correct your Speedtest location here. - Continuous Network Monitoring: Rayobyte continuously monitors and tests network speed every 30 minutes to ensure consistent, high-quality performance. Any inconsistencies you see are almost always due to external testing conditions — not Rayobyte’s network.
➡️ Verifying 1 Gbps Speeds Manually
If you’d like to confirm your server’s full bandwidth capacity, follow these steps:
- Download a Test File: Download a 1 GB test file from an unused dedicated server.
- ✔ A single file download should show around 500–600 Mbps in your task manager.
- ✔ Downloading 2–3 files simultaneously should show 800–900 Mbps, demonstrating the full network capacity.
- Use an Alternate Test Site: Test using TestMy.net, which has been shown to deliver more consistent and accurate results.
During off-peak hours, expect results of 700+ Mbps.
➡️ Summary
Speedtest.net results can vary widely due to browser limitations, incorrect server selection, and external bandwidth congestion. By testing with the correct location, using multiple downloads, and verifying through reliable tools like TestMy.net, you can confirm your server’s true 1 Gbps dedicated speed.
Rest assured that Rayobyte’s servers operate on premium, high-performance connections designed for speed, stability, and consistency.
➡️ Need Help?
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