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Additional adapter for Powerline 500 + WiFi (XWNB5201)
Hi, A few weeks ago I bought the Powerline 500 + WiFi (model XWNB5201) and it works very well! Now I need an additional adapter to receive the internet connection (via cable) in another room of my ...
Is it a LAN printer?
If so, just plug it into the Powerline.
Any unit that is HomeplugAV compliant will work with your existing kit.
And yes as you already have one powerline unit connected to your router, if you bought the same pack again both the new units could be used for extra internet connections. However, if you don't need another Wi-fi enabled unit you can generally buy a pack of two extra 'wired' units cheaper.
Hope this helps.
First of all, thank you so much for your reply!
So, although I just need a wired unit for my new multifunction printer, I'm thinking to buy another Powerline 500 + WiFi XWNB5201. Please help me to understand: I could use its XAV5201 adapter as "receiver" to have a wired connection for the new printer, whereas the XWN5001 adapter could be used in another room of my house to extend the WiFi connection even more. Right?
If yes, how to set up the XAV5201 adapter as "receiver" for the printer?
Is it a LAN printer?
If so, just plug it into the Powerline.
Yes, it's a LAN printer. Is it so simple to set up it? That's great!
I'm thinking to plug the printer into the XAV5201 adapter; in this manner I can use the XWN5001 adapter in another room to have a better WiFi coverage: how to set up this adapter?
gatesco wrote:
how to set up this adapter?I just followed the instructions.