How to Test Ethernet Speed

Test your Ethernet speed via an online speed test.

Ethernet is the least expensive high-speed LAN alternative, according to Howard Gilbert at Yale University. Ethernet speeds can transmit and receive data at up to 10 million bits per second. In other words, the highest Ethernet speeds are very fast. Testing your Ethernet speed can determine whether you are receiving the optimal performance from your Ethernet device. Evaluating your Ethernet speed requires only a few simple procedures.

Instructions

Audit My PC Website

1. Visit the Audit My PC website (see Resources).

2. Scroll down to the speed test tool.

3. Click "Run Tests" to determine your Ethernet connection upload and download speed.

Digital Landing Website

1. Visit the Digital Landing website (see Resources).

2. Click "Begin Test" and allow the tool to assess your Ethernet speed.

3. Look under the "Your Results" section to view your download and upload speed.

Speed Test Website

1. Visit the Speed Test website (see Resources).

2. Click "Begin Test" to begin the Ethernet speed test.

3. Wait for your download and upload speeds results to appear.

References

• Yale: Ethernet

Resources

• Speed Test
• Audit My PC
• Digital Landing