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Fast Fibre but Slow Office Network? Find the Bottleneck

Why an old switch, damaged cable or congested access point can waste a fast fibre connection—and what to measure first.

Ethernet switch and wired network connections to diagnose
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Start with the real requirements.

Why an old switch, damaged cable or congested access point can waste a fast fibre connection—and what to measure first.

Every organisation has different infrastructure, constraints and security requirements. Document the current systems, the business outcomes, the people affected and the expected risks before selecting technology.

What to check in your environment

  1. 01Test wired speed at the router and again after each switch segment.
  2. 02Look for 100 Mbps negotiation, bad terminations, saturated ports and wireless interference.
  3. 03Apply safe corrections then retest before changing an ISP package.

Need help evaluating the next step? Explore Business Network Speed Diagnostics & Wi-Fi Audit, or request a free initial consultation.

Project fundamentals

  • Map the current environment and dependencies
  • Agree the business outcome and acceptance criteria
  • Consider identity, access and security implications
  • Test integrations with representative workflows
  • Document the change and plan future maintenance

SpenceCom can help assess the options and build a practical implementation plan for businesses across the Philippines and remote clients worldwide.

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