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burmesecat
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Aug 11, 2022
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PowerLINE 1200 Adapter Ethernet Cables

Two questions: 1) What is the maximum length of ethernet cable that can be used to connect the PowerLINE 1200 Adapter to a home network WiFi router?    2) What categories of ethernet cable (e.g. 5, 5e, 6, or higher) can be used for this connection?  Thank you.

  • I'd use a cat 5e of decent quality or cat 6. 

    You can run up to 300 ft of cable 

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    plemans
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    I'd use a cat 5e of decent quality or cat 6. 

    You can run up to 300 ft of cable