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NickyDaze's avatar
NickyDaze
Aspirant
Jul 24, 2020

PLP2000 Bad Powerline Connection

I am using the Powerline 2000 + Extra Outlet (PLP2000). The unit that is connected directly to the router is downstairs and the other is in my bedroom, directly above the unit downstairs. I have had continual issues with maintaining a green light on the Powerline Connection LED. After about a week of good connectivity, the light is a solid red and allowing me an average of 4 mbps/dl.

 

Nothing in my house has changed. No new devices plugged in, the thing just wants to randomly stop working again. This is causing me a lot of distress as I need to be able to work off of my pc. Also, this happening whilst in the quarantine/pandemic we are facing is driving me a bit crazy. Please. If you have any advice, I would most deeply appreciate it.

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  • michaelkenward's avatar
    michaelkenward
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 25, 2020
    NickyDaze wrote:

     

    Nothing in my house has changed. No new devices plugged in, the thing just wants to randomly stop working again. This is causing me a lot of distress as I need to be able to work off of my pc.

    The performance of Powerline plugs depends greatly on the electrical environment. Anything that causes "noise" can disrupt traffic. Phone chargers, DECT phones, crummy mains wiring, anything.

     

    It sounds like you have had this connectivity problem for some time. Have you tried different mains sockets?

     

    The colour of the "pick a plug" LED is less important than the connection itself. You can get a good connection even with a red LED.

     

     

    • NickyDaze's avatar
      NickyDaze
      Aspirant
      Jul 25, 2020
      Unfortunately, I live with roommates and the circuit this is on also seems to control 4 other rooms as well, so I really have no control over how much noise is added.

      I now realize that these devices have their uses, but are certainly not dependable when using in a household. Back to the drawing board.
      • michaelkenward's avatar
        michaelkenward
        Guru - Experienced User
        Jul 26, 2020
        NickyDaze wrote:

        I now realize that these devices have their uses, but are certainly not dependable when using in a household. Back to the drawing board.

        They certainly have limitations. But it is more likely the nature of the household that matters. Room mates with noisy kit, and maybe a lot of it, are certainly a recipe for trouble, especially if they share the Internet connection.