Can you use PowerLineNetworking devices to join two separate networks?
I've been asked to draw a basic network map for a proposed networking solution for a client that has currently has 3 separate buildings, each with indivual networks/internets, to join together to create one network.
They have tried wireless but the signal loss is too great because of the distance and obstacles.
I've suggested PLN devices, but I've never used them before.
Are they the best option and can you use them in a configuration like i'm suggesting?
The layout of the current and proposed setups are below.
They have tried wireless but the signal loss is too great because of the distance and obstacles.
I've suggested PLN devices, but I've never used them before.
Are they the best option and can you use them in a configuration like i'm suggesting?
The layout of the current and proposed setups are below.
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They are usually used for home and need to be on the same electric meter or circuit.
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Pretty much the same circuit. There is one main meter and 4 sub-boards.
Doesn't appear to be any high-voltage transformers in between - i've heard these are bad for PLN devices.
Doesn't appear to be any high-voltage transformers in between - i've heard these are bad for PLN devices.
As these are normally for home networks and not made to move through a long path, you will want to make sure it can handle the amount of traffic nessesary and maintain a decent network speed.
It is unlikely it would work for a good solution but if the client wants to try a cheap option with the risk of it not working, I guess you could try it.
You mention that there is another dwelling but is there space between the buildings or are they connected.
It is unlikely it would work for a good solution but if the client wants to try a cheap option with the risk of it not working, I guess you could try it.
You mention that there is another dwelling but is there space between the buildings or are they connected.
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the two on the right are connected with the dwelling in the middle.
the bigger office on the left is a different building.
These were once just normal homes, turned into 3 offices and a Women's refuge centre.
the bigger office on the left is a different building.
These were once just normal homes, turned into 3 offices and a Women's refuge centre.
You can be pretty sure that each home/office has its' own meter, I have heard of these devices pushing past meters but I would not depend on it.
I would not recommend PLN for this application. I have, however, run outdoor grade ethernet cable between buildings and that allows a full speed network.
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if i were to consider a wireless solution...
would http://www.tp-link.com.au/products/productDetails.asp?class=&pmodel=TL-ANT2414B mounted to the exterior of the rear building work with http://www.tp-link.com.au/products/productDetails.asp?class=&pmodel=TD-W8950ND and a few G wireless cards in the front computers?
would http://www.tp-link.com.au/products/productDetails.asp?class=&pmodel=TL-ANT2414B mounted to the exterior of the rear building work with http://www.tp-link.com.au/products/productDetails.asp?class=&pmodel=TD-W8950ND and a few G wireless cards in the front computers?
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