Powerline Network Extension
Anyone know if Powerline Network products can be used to extend a network as detailed further below?
I have a few situations where wireless is not a good option and have been interested in the newer 500MB Powerline options (ie D-Link). I know the 'standard' powerline products require a device at the source (router) and then one for each connected device but what I would like is to simply connect two network segments using powerline devices.
ie: Network segment 1 TO hub/switch TO Powerline adapter TO Powerline adapter TO hub/switch TO Network segment 2
Notes
- Distance is max 200-250ft
- Throughput requirements not high; only need to provide internet to a max of 3-4 light usage systems
- Connection to same electrical circuit is available
Any ideas or help on this?
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I have a few situations where wireless is not a good option and have been interested in the newer 500MB Powerline options (ie D-Link). I know the 'standard' powerline products require a device at the source (router) and then one for each connected device but what I would like is to simply connect two network segments using powerline devices.
ie: Network segment 1 TO hub/switch TO Powerline adapter TO Powerline adapter TO hub/switch TO Network segment 2
Notes
- Distance is max 200-250ft
- Throughput requirements not high; only need to provide internet to a max of 3-4 light usage systems
- Connection to same electrical circuit is available
Any ideas or help on this?
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Well you need to make sure the Powerline units are tied to the same circuit breaker panel. I have had trouble using Powerline units with different breaker panels. Make sure not to use a surge strip it will weaken the signal. Another thing to check, is check how many devices you have plugged into the wall plugs. The more devices plugged the more resistance you will have degrading your Powerline network.
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I think I need to clarify my last post in regards to "devices will not work in the configuration..."
Specifically, I was told that these devices would support a connection such as a PC but would not support a hub/switch. Not sure how this can be or if it affects only the newer, faster powerline units. I would have expected to be able to connect a hub/switch as easily as a PC. Anyone know if the faster devices do or do not work with a hub on "receiving" end, so to speak?
I am familiar with the other limitations such as being on same power circuit, sharing of bandwidth, poor performance when electrical noise exists etc.
Specifically, I was told that these devices would support a connection such as a PC but would not support a hub/switch. Not sure how this can be or if it affects only the newer, faster powerline units. I would have expected to be able to connect a hub/switch as easily as a PC. Anyone know if the faster devices do or do not work with a hub on "receiving" end, so to speak?
I am familiar with the other limitations such as being on same power circuit, sharing of bandwidth, poor performance when electrical noise exists etc.
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Thanks for all the input. It would seem that D-Link is not currently a good choice as there are others that will support the desired configuration whereas they say it won't. I will look further into one of the solutions provided (most likely Netgear) and will close the question. Thanks!
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Thanks again for input. Will most likely pursue NetGear XAVB5004 as an option.
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You mentioned NetGear but the device seems to be much slower at 85MB vs newer units at 200/500MB. Any experience with these?