SaskTel Speed Test

This page allows SaskTel customers to verify their internet connection speeds. Whether you are on the ultra-fast infiNET (Fiber to the Home) network or a traditional DSL plan, ensuring your speeds match your subscription is essential for a smooth online experience.

SaskTel is the primary telecommunications provider in Saskatchewan, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps (Gigabit directly to the home) via its infiNET service, which uses advanced fiber optics.

Interpreting Your SaskTel Results

Download Speed:
- infiNET 1 Gig: Validating this requires a wired Ethernet connection. Expect 900-940 Mbps. Wireless results will likely be lower (400-700 Mbps).
- infiNET 300: You should consistently see results around 300-315 Mbps.

Upload Speed:
- infiNET: SaskTel fiber plans offer high upload speeds (e.g., 500 Mbps on the 1 Gig plan), perfect for gaming and video calls.
- DSL: Older copper lines typically have much lower uploads (1-10 Mbps).

Ping (Latency): infiNET connections are excellent for gaming, typically offering 5-15ms latency within Western Canada.

SaskTel Router Login (Actiontec / Arris)

Your SaskTel gateway controls your home Wi-Fi. Access the admin panel to change passwords or manage devices.

Gateway Model Login Credentials
Actiontec T3200M
(Standard White Tower)		 URL: 192.168.1.254
User: admin
Pass: See sticker on the side ("Admin Password")
Arris NVG578HLX
(New Wi-Fi 6 Gateway)		 URL: 192.168.1.254
User: admin
Pass: See sticker ("Access Code" or "Password")

Common Troubleshooting

Red "Link" Light: This indicates no signal is reaching the modem.
- Fiber Users: Check the "ONT" (Optical Network Terminal) box, usually installed in your basement or utility room. Ensure it is plugged in and has green lights.
- DSL Users: Check the phone line cord connected to the wall jack.

Speeds drop in the evening? While infiNET is not shared like cable, local Wi-Fi congestion can slow you down. Try changing your Wi-Fi channel in the 192.168.1.254 interface.

Wired vs Wi-Fi Testing

For the most accurate assessment of your SaskTel service, especially on 300 Mbps or 1 Gig plans, you must use a computer connected via Ethernet cable. Wi-Fi testing adds variables (distance, interference) that often hide the true speed of your connection.

When to contact SaskTel Support (1-800-SASKTEL)

Reach out to technical support if:

You have a solid red Power or Link light that does not resolve after a reboot.

Your wired speed test results are consistently less than 60% of your plan speed.

You need to move your fiber equipment during renovation.

SaskTel Speed Test FAQs

Why is my SaskTel infiNET speed slower than advertised? Slow speeds are often due to Wi-Fi limitations. While the fiber line delivers full speed to your home, most mobile devices cannot process Gigabit speeds wirelessly. Always test with a wired connection to verify the line quality.

How do I login to my SaskTel Actiontec router? Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.1.254. The username is 'admin' and the unique password is printed on the sticker on the side of the modem.

What does a red 'Link' or 'WAN' light mean? A solid red light indicates a loss of physical connection. For fiber users, this often means the Optical Network Terminal (ONT) has lost power or the fiber cable is damaged.

Does SaskTel have a data cap? Most unlimited infiNET plans have no data caps. However, verifying your specific plan details in your MySaskTel account is recommended if you are on an older legacy package.

SaskTel Competitors

Other providers in Saskatchewan include: