Unifi DC++ Hub



Hey fellow Unifi-ers, since Unifi is about to kick off in about 18 more exchanges.. I've finally decided to start up a Unifi DC++ hub. Originally, I was planning to revive the LYN DC++ project however it seems to have disappeared for some reason (I'm guessing inactivity). If you've already subscribed to Unifi.. please join us !

Q: What is DirectConnect (DC++)?
A: Direct connect is a peer-to-peer file-sharing protocol. Direct connect clients connect to a central hub and can download files directly from one another. Hubs feature a list of clients or users connected to them. Users can search for files and download them from other clients, as well as chat with other users. DC++ is a free and open-source, peer-to-peer file-sharing client that can be used to connect to the Direct Connect network or to the ADC protocol.

Q: Why is there a need for a Unifi DirectConnect hub?
A: As you all know, Unifi provides every user with a symmetrical connection (upload speed == download speed). While it was nearly impossible to upload files on a long term basis on Streamyx connections (30-50KB/s tops).. Unifi enables each user to upload at 5/10/20mbps speeds. As Unifi home packages also have a data download cap (which we believe will only take in account international traffic), having our own local P2P network is a great way to share files with other Malaysians while conserving international bandwidth in the process .. and possibly preventing you from hitting your daily data cap within an hour.

Q: Who can join this Unifi DC++ hub?
A: At the moment, I've only allowed connections from the Unifi home network ranges to connect to the hub to ensure that only local traffic is utilized. If you're on Unifi home, simply download a DirectConnect client (most of us use ApexDC++). The hub also has a chat channel so you may interact with other Unifi users there. If you're not a Unifi user and you attempt to connect to the hub, you will likely not be able to (connection refused error).

Q: I'm a Unifi user, how do I connect to the hub?
A: Pick up a DirectConnect client (I recommend ApexDC++ -- http://www.apexdc.net/ ). Set up your username and connect to the hub address @ hub.athena.my OR 184.82.41.12 (if hub.athena.my is not working).


Q: Do I have to setup any portforwarding?
A: Yes, you do. However if you're on the TM DIR-615 router.. simply select UPNP mode in the DC++ client options. The DIR-615 has UPNP enabled by default and this will allow the client to automatically configure the port forwarding for you.


You may also use Manual Portforwarding with the DIR-615 (for better stability) :

I'm using port 5800 here -




See you guys in the hub !

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Thanks for this guide farkinid !

Starting Guide to ApexDC++

So you just got Unifi and are worried about the cap? Rumour has it that local p2p traffic will not count toward your cap and thats why you are here.

The 1st thing anybody should do is read the 1st post in http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1479905

Then after you have downloaded the ApexDC++ client you are now ready to share the love with your fellow Unifi users. Lets go through this quickly.

1. Start your client (duh)
2. You will then be bombarded by a tonne of information. The 1st thing you should do is don't panic
3. If you see the image below, the red circle shows the DC++ client windows. Everytime a new window opens, it will be shown here.
   
4. Right click on each tab to close them. This makes things easier. You can add other hubs later when you are more familiar
5. Now, click on Favourites like the screenshot
   
6. The favourites window will now open. If you notice, the Favourites tab is now shown at the place pointed out in the earlier screenshot
7. Untick all the hubs listed in Favourites. You may enable them later if you wish
8. Right click on any black spot in the window and select 'New'
   
9. Refer to Rivzanp's 1st post in this thread to enter the details
10. You now have configured the client to connect to our little Unifi hub (well its really Rizvanp's but I've decided I like to call it 'our')
11. But before you connect, you should set up the things you wish to share with us
12. To do that, click on File -> Settings
13. Click on 'Sharing' and put a tick on each folder you wish to share
    
14. Click 'OK' and you are done
15. To connect just right click on the newly configured hub in the Favourites area and select 'Connect'

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Security Update (August 08, 2010)

Please DISABLE DHT in your Apex DC++ client



Update :

Hub is closed until further notice. Drop me a PM if you're interested in hosting/managing a hub and I'll post your server up here/setup a DNS redirect.

This post has been edited by rizvanrp: Feb 25 2014, 03:22 PM

Nice one :-)

was about to ask a bunch more question regarding the dc++, now all here..

maybe tonite, ill have it a try... thx riz..

will join u guys on thursday....i will only get mine then

lol, well, I guess it was only a matter of time before we got to this.

See you guys later, tonight.

Good effort to promote local P2P! Now, if only I had UniFi... Q3 2010 for PJ but only a small fraction of PJ is covered. Should be a long wait for me I suppose. TM even told me that my area does not support 4mbps Streamyx.

hmm macam cannot connect like that only

You can only connect from the Unifi network at the moment.. are you on Unifi? =x

well nope.. not from unifi.. using screamyxx, unifi isnt available in tons of place

Good job dude! I shall join the force very soon!

woot!! see you in 2 weeks time =). just got mine in kepong

Looks awesome, and obviously I won't reach that 2GB/day limit hahah. Here I come!

This post has been edited by Moogle Stiltzkin: Jul 15 2017, 07:01 AM

Finally got in. Yay!

Thanks man

i hope you continue blocking streamyx TMnet users. they wont be contributing much with their low upload speeds, only leech.

this is internet discrimination
screamyx user also want to join mah

This post has been edited by Moogle Stiltzkin: Jul 15 2017, 07:01 AM

its not discrimination, it is just selection. those who cannot contribute to the hub should not be allowed in. there will be more leechers than seeders as streamyx users will be bound to limit their upload speed as their download speed is affected if they upload at a higher rate than they are allowed to.

Unifi users do not face this problem. if u want to join, you have to be useful, you must share.

This post has been edited by Moogle Stiltzkin: Jul 15 2017, 07:01 AM

Its just the nature how ADSL works. Most likely you are going to limit your upload and just leech. UniFi users would again wouldn't be facing this problem at all.