Very slow transfer to Time Capsule (Ethernet)

I am trying to transfer 80 gb to my Time Capsule (Ethernet) but transfer is very slow (100 kb/s). How can I fix it?

Plug the TC into the Computer by ethernet and make sure the computer shows the link is running at gigabit.. if not replace the cable.
Turn off wireless.. there should be only one data path.. ethernet.
Turn IPv6 to link local only in the computer network setup for ethernet.

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    Transfer from time capsule frozen - shows for part 15 hours: 2 min remaining transferring your applications folder...help!!!

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    I have a new 3 tb time capsule.  I have used it to back up my mac before doing a fresh install.  I also transfered my large 250gb iphoto library via ethernet cable to the time capsule in a seperate folder.  When I completed the new install of mountain lion I used migration assistant to transfer the base data and then individually transfered documents and sub folders with minial fuss. 50 gb taking 1hr.  I am now trying to transfer the iphoto library and it is giving me a 7-22 days transfer time.  This makes no sense, please advise.

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  • Slow USB transfer to Time Capsule

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  • Very slow transfer from TC to external drive (on ethernet)

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  • Slow data transfer with Time Capsule on 802.11n ?

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  • Slow wireless on Time Capsule

    I realize this question in some form or another has been posted ad nauseum, so I'll apologize in advance.
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    I realize this question in some form or another has been posted ad nauseum, so I'll apologize in advance.
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  • Slow network with Time Capsule

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