Ps4 not getting close to 300 download

If you're on a wireless signal, try plugging an Ethernet cable directly into the back of your PS4 and trying the connection test again after setting up the PS4 for a LAN cable through the same network menu. Try power cycling turning off and on your modem and router. If they've been running on for a long time, sometimes these types of devices have a tendency to slow down. Try power cycling the PS4. Again, if it's been on for awhile, it could be worthwhile to give it a reboot. Q: I tried all of the above, and the connection test on the PS4 is still reporting a slower than normal speed.

This was the case for me with Comcast. I recommend changing the DNS server inside your router, which will allow all the other devices connected through it to use that DNS by default, but if you don't have access to your router for whatever reason, or only want to change the DNS server that the PS4 is looking at, the steps are provided below.

Changing DNS on the router level: This will vary depending on the type of router used in your home so google the specifics of your router , but for most routers, typing " Often this will prompt a pop up asking for a username and password to log in. By default with most routers, the username and password are " admin " and " password " respectively.

From here, navigate to the DNS settings for your router again, google your specific router for where to find the settings. Change the primary DNS to 8. At least if you're on U.

After this, try running your PS4 connection test again, and with any luck, your download speed will have increased dramatically.

User Info: nordendorf nordendorf 6 years ago 2 I found that assigning the PS4 a static IP and then opening the appropriate ports for that IP on my router was the best way to go. User Info: muffinmasher muffinmasher Topic Creator 6 years ago 3 Bump for information! User Info: Rayder Rayder 6 years ago 7 Sony throttles their bandwidth. The Controller Market is insane right now!!! Do you have MGSV as one of the 5 best games that came out on ps4?

Some people have problems with others not playing games the right way. Fingers crossed for a Cowboy Bebop-game Community. You may also notice that the speeds from speedtest.

This could be due to a bunch of things. User Info: RyuuHou More topics from this board How is Sony about to kill off PS4 exclusives Tech Support 2 Answers Why does it say my card is expired when it doesn't expire until Tech Support 4 Answers Can i turn off ps4 recording? Tech Support 1 Answer. Ask A Question. Browse More Questions. Keep me logged in on this device. Forgot your username or password?

When I do a speed test on my laptop, ipad, iphone, etc. I get the recommended Speed mbps download. Is Sony capping the connection speed for the systems? Is there a way to fix this? User Info: ozran ozran 7 years ago 4 As it has been said before I will say it again PS4 speed tests are horribly inaccurate. User Info: darkshadowmaster darkshadowmaster 7 years ago 5 None of the console testers have ever been correct. User Info: Lavv Lavv Topic Creator 7 years ago 6 it is inaccurate, but for me having a mbps download from my ISP and I get a mbps download on my Playstation consoles is way too off.

User Info: Lavv Lavv Topic Creator 7 years ago 9 I found this interesting thread about the ps3 concerning the same issue. When your PS4 is connected to the internet with WiFi, you might experience slower speeds because of the distance or any objects between your console and the modem that could weaken the connection.

With a wired connection, your PS4 is directly connected to your internet modem using an ethernet cord. This means that the connection will be faster and more reliable. To establish a wired connection:. It will detect the ethernet cord and connect your console to the internet. This should improve your PS4 internet connection. You can also find out if your console is trying to download multiple games at once and decide which ones you want to download first by following these steps:.

Games that are downloading will appear at the top of the list of notifications. After the content you wanted to download first is finished, you can resume the other downloads by following the same steps you used to pause them. Putting your PlayStation 4 in rest mode while downloading content increases speed. If it is, it will show up at the top of the list with a downloading bar. Domain Name System DNS is basically like the contact list in your phone, but for the entire internet.

It stores a list of websites and their corresponding IP internet protocol addresses. The default DNS server assigned to your home network is typically provided by your internet service provider. You have the option to change your default DNS server to another one to make things load faster. This should speed up PS4 downloads. Firmware is a piece of software that helps your hardware function properly.

Updating your firmware to the latest version will ensure your download speeds are fast and everything on your PS4 is running smoothly overall. To update your firmware:. All internet routers are not created equal.