Our research indicates that the packet burst issue often stems from a server problem. However, further investigation has revealed additional causes, suggesting that server issues are not the sole culprits. Misconfigured network settings on your PC or problems with your ISP (Internet Service Provider) can also lead to packet burst issues. These are three of the primary factors that frequently contribute to the problem.
1. Check the Server Status
If the server is down or undergoing maintenance, the only course of action is to wait for the issue to resolve on its own. To check the current status, visit support.activision.com/onlineservices or the official Call of Duty Twitter page at Call of Duty.
2. Add Inbound Ports for MW3
Inbound port forwarding facilitates access to network devices by mapping external port numbers to internal IP addresses and ports. This can be useful when requests fail to reach a specific server. For MW3, particular server ports need to be configured. Follow these steps to set up inbound port forwarding:
3. Reset Network Settings
Resetting your network settings will restore all configurations to their defaults. This includes resetting DNS, reinstalling network adapters, and clearing the cache. If you’ve modified your network settings before, you can reset them.
4. Change Internet Packet Priority
Enabling Priority & VLAN settings tags the internet packets and gives them priority based on operating system-defined queue settings. This has helped resolve the packet burst issue for several users.
5. Troubleshoot Your Network Connection
If the server is operational, your internet connection might be the issue. To verify this, begin with a speed test to check your internet speed. If the speed is adequate, test another game to compare ping times. A higher ping than usual indicates a problem with your connection. In this case, inform your ISP about the issue so they can provide further assistance.
