I have been with VOIPo for about a month now, and recently noticed something that I would like comments regarding. I have what I call the standard configuration (cable modem >> Linksys RT31P2 >> Dlink DGL-4100 >> LAN.) When sending (uploading) files, I noticed my upload speed reduced to 20% when I have an active call on port 1 (no phone on port 2.) I did speed tests through DSL Reports site and here's what I observed on average (rounding my figures, but the ratio is the same.) Average download speed 5MB and average upload speed 500KB with no active call. Average download speed 5MB and upload of 100KB with an active call. I performed the test over several test locations and got the same general results. So, when I have an active call, the telephone adapter is carving out about 80% of my upload bandwidth for the call. This seems excessive to me. I had CallVantage for over 4 years (until they discontinued the service and I choose VOIPo) and never noticed such an excessive reduction. As a matter of fact, perceived file transfer perfomance is the same between VOIPo and CV with no active call. I was under the impression the average bandwidth to reserve for voice calls was around 100KB. So, where is my other 300KB going? Are my tests legitimate? Do I have a configuration issue? If this is normal, is there a setting where the voice bandwidth can be reduced somewhat (yes, I understand call quality and bandwidth are related) and find an accptable middle ground?

Thanks for your thoughts.

Richard.