> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to run a network speed test?

Before attending any assessment or interview, it’s important to ensure that your internet connection is fast, stable, and reliable.

The **System Readiness Check** helps you identify any network issues in advance so you can avoid disruptions during your session.

## 🚀 What the Network Speed Test Checks

When you click **Start Check**, Talview’s system will automatically test:

* **Connectivity** – Verifies that your device is online and able to connect to our servers.
* **Bandwidth** – Checks if your internet speed is sufficient for video streaming and real-time interaction.
* **Latency** – Measures how quickly data travels between your device and our servers. Lower latency means smoother video and audio.

This check usually takes a few seconds and shows real-time results for each area.

### ✅ How to Run the Check

1. Go to the **System Readiness Check** page.
2. Click the **Start Check** button.
3. Wait while the system analyzes your internet connection.

Each test will be marked as either **Passed**, **Warning**, or **Failed**, along with helpful messages to guide you.

### 🔍 Understanding the Results

If all tests pass, you're ready to proceed with your assessment or interview.

* If **Connectivity** fails: You are not connected to a stable internet source.
* If **Bandwidth** is low: You may experience frozen video or delayed audio. You may be using a congested or limited-speed network.
* If **Latency** is high: You may face choppy video or audio echo due to data delays.

### ⚠️ What to Do if You See a Warning or Failure

Here are some tips if your speed test result indicates high latency, low bandwidth, or unstable connectivity:

* **Use a wired connection** instead of Wi-Fi if available.
* **Close apps and tabs** that use the internet heavily (e.g., Zoom, Netflix, YouTube).
* **Avoid VPNs**, as they may increase latency.
* **Restart your modem/router** before retrying the check.
* **Sit closer to your Wi-Fi router** if you're on wireless.
* If you're using a mobile hotspot, ensure you have full signal and no background apps consuming data.

### 🔁 When Should You Retest?

Click **Retest** if:

* You've made any network changes (e.g., switched to mobile data or a different Wi-Fi).
* You closed apps or restarted your router.
* Your test showed a warning or failure earlier.

This ensures you're fully prepared before your session begins.

<Check>
  **Pro Tips for a Smooth Experience on Talview**

  * Run the system check at least 15 minutes before your scheduled test or interview.
  * Use a quiet, well-lit room with minimal distractions.
  * Ensure your camera and microphone are working and allowed in your browser.
  * Do not switch devices or networks once you’ve started the session.
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## 📚Related Articles:

For detailed help, check these:

* [*Latency Issues and Their Impact on Audio/Video*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/how-network-latency-affects-audio-and-video-quality#how-network-latency-affects-audio-and-video-quality)
* [*Background Apps Eating Bandwidth (Zoom, Netflix, etc.)*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/network-and-connectivity/why-do-background-applications-cause-bandwidth-and-latency-issues#why-do-background-applications-cause-bandwidth-and-latency-issues)
* [*VPN Use and High Latency Errors*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/why-does-vpn-usage-trigger-high-latency-warnings#why-does-vpn-usage-trigger-high-latency-warnings)
* [*Packet Loss: What It Is and How to Fix It*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/why-is-packet-loss-affecting-my-video-or-audio#why-is-packet-loss-affecting-my-video-or-audio)
* [*Minimum Network Requirements (Upload/Download/Latency)*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/why-is-my-network-not-meeting-test-requirements#minimum-network-requirements)
* [*Using Mobile Hotspot Without Interruption*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/how-to-use-mobile-hotspot-without-interruption#how-to-use-mobile-hotspot-without-interruption)
* [*Wi-Fi Strength Testing G*](https://docs.talview.com/diagnostics/wifi-strength-testing-guide)[*uide*](https://docs.talview.com/candidates/system-diagnostics/why-is-a-strong-wi-fi-signal-required-for-live-sessions#why-is-a-strong-wi-fi-signal-required-for-live-sessions)