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Zanzibar
May 24, 2020Aspirant
Power line
II have already istalled the Power line Adaptor to my router and the relevant Access Point WiFI Power Line Netger to a eletrical wiring netwprk. Now i need to install one more adapter to increase W...
- May 24, 2020
You could go that route or you can buy a compatible adapter. The powerline devices use a specific standard and should all work together within that standard. So the plw1000 is homeplug av2 compliant. so any device compatible should work fine.
michaelkenward
May 25, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Zanzibar wrote:
I will buy another set ( two devices ) of the same model NetGear 1000 WiFI BUT will plug only the device with the two antennas to the electrical sock in the third room where I want Wi Fi further extension.
I simply will neglet the new main adapter .
Makes sense. That's what I'd do in your circumstances. It might turn out to be cheaper because standalone wifi devices seem to come in at a hefty markup.
But I bet it won't be long before you find a use for the spare plug.
You could even use it as the feed for another router in AP mode or wifi extender to get wifi out to somewhere that could use it.
An extra Ethernet plug could also feed a smart TV or something else.
Remember, when adding new plugs to an existing network, you need to follow this advice:
>>> Adding a powerline adapter to an existing powerline network <<<
Zanzibar
May 26, 2020Aspirant
Absolutely excellent ! And comprehensive. Thanks