it took about 1min 40secs

Maybe it is the network connection or maybe Mudcat workload fluctuates but I just waited over 3 minutes (timed on a Lorus watch if you need to know) and then cancelled the load. I usually wait a minute or so before deciding that something is wrong and aborting.

Not your problem I know but don't assume everyone's connections are the same or our levels of concentration are as long as yours. Maybe going at a snail's pace gives you more patience :-)

Absolutely nothing to do with the point in discussion of course but a good diversionary escapade anyway.

DtG