[Samba] (Repost to list) Copying large files xp pro -> Samba very slow

James Richardson james at time4tea.net
Mon Mar 24 18:08:07 GMT 2003


> On Mon, 24 Mar 2003, James Richardson wrote:
>
>> I previously posted this to the linux.samba mailing list. I'm not sure
>> that was the right place, so here it is again. Apologies if you've
>> already seen it.
>
> James,
>
> What happens when you use a cross-over cable between the client and the
> samba server? ie: Eliminate the HUB.
>

Hmm. The hub could be a problem, but it appears to be working OK.. I will
check later on this evening to see if FTP will work better. This should
eliminate basic connectivity problems, and moves the issue up to the
protocol layer.

I have a feeling that the issue is at the SMB (or whatever) protocol
layer, as I am seeing some period of time where the speed is fine (66% of
theoretical max, and IIRC 70% is max optimal rate)..

Cheers!

James






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