for some reason (such as running a dedicated server and client on the same machine). rate XXXXX - This is an important setting. This CVAR controls how much data your connection will try to download at any given time from the server. We recommend: 14.4 ModemGet a new modem :P28.8 Modem2500 to 300033.6 Modem2900 to 390056k Modem/1 Channel ISDN3600 to 53002 Channel ISDN5000 to 7000Cable Modem5600 to 10000xDSL, T1+7500 to 20000LAN (10MBps or 100MBps)20000Unfortunately, many connections are rarely consistent enough to be able to download at a constant speed. As a result, you'll frequently find yourself adjusting this in game. These settings will give you a good general idea of common limitations, but don't be afraid to experiment in case your connection quality doesn't fit into "common limitations". :) To find a setting that works well for you, keep an eye on your netgraph in the game. If your rate is set too high, you'll experience unstable ping and packet loss. If it's too low, your machine will begin dropping net updates to reduce bandwidth use. It's much better to err on the low side, so be conservative. cl_allowupload X - Setting this to 0 stops your client from uploading any files to the server, such as your spray logo. This will keep other players from seeing it, and since it only lags you a little bit when you join the first time, leaving this enabled is probably fine. This is 1 by default. cl_allowdownload X - This controls whether or not your computer will download any files (whether that be maps or logos) from the server. If the server changes to a map you don't have (which is common), you will be kicked off. Leaving this to 1 (the default) is highly recommended. cl_download_ingame X - By setting this to 0, your client will not download new logos and so on as people join the server while you play. This can save you a lot of pain if you're a modem user with a poor connection. If logo downloading has ever caused you undue stress, d...
