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l39045's avatar
l39045
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Oct 09, 2020

Access point compatible with Powerline PLP1200?

I'm aiming to improve WI-Fi coverage at my home.

 

I currently have four Netgear PLP1200 devices dotted around for wired device connectivity.

 

Is there a Netgear access point I can buy that will use the Powerline 1200 as a backbone / mesh / backhaul? Prefereably 5 GHz band.

 

Failing that I suppose I could buy a separate AP and connect into PLP1200 either directly or via a switch - suggestions welcome.

 

Open to other suggestions as well :)

 

Thanks in advance.

 

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  • michaelkenward's avatar
    michaelkenward
    Guru - Experienced User
    Oct 11, 2020
    l39045 wrote:

    Failing that I suppose I could buy a separate AP and connect into PLP1200 either directly or via a switch - suggestions welcome.

     

    That would work. It is what I have. Powerline front end for an Orbi in AP mode.

     

    You can buy Powerline plugs with a bundled AP plug, but you can't buy single plugs, just the bundle.

     

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    I'd use an AP. Much more powerful and with many more options.