Losing internet service when downloading w/ torrent

[TerryBPP]

I have Embarq DSL service and when I try to download using a bit torrent it seems to crash ever few minutes. No matter the file size or website. The embarq box cycles back through its start up mode.

I use a computer everyday but know little about these type of things. Anyone know what the hell is going on?

[TerryBPP]

Originally Posted by Wayne at Pelican Parts

They are probably restricting your downloads using Torrent?

-Wayne

Huh? They being embarq? How would they know and is there a fix?

[sketchers356]

Do you have the correct ports open on your router?

[MBAtarga]

Terry,

This article explains what might be happening - and to what Wayne is referring.
http://www.adesblog.com/2007/01/19/more-and-more-isps-limiting-torrent-traffic-the-solution/

[TerryBPP]

Tried Wayne's route and still crashes. I'm assuming I need to open the ports and forward them.

[masraum]

My guess is that you could be trying to setup a ton of TCP connections and may be crashing your router. Basically, you could be DDoSing yourself.

Is there a newer firmware/code available for your router? If there is, it might be worth trying to upgrade.

[TerryBPP]

Got it working!!!

One last question, how do you view/combine these files:

[Scott R]

download "winrar" that will sort those out for you.

[slakjaw]

Cool you got it working I didnt think Embarq limited torrent traffic.