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TUN11
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Apr 07, 2020

Powerline adaptors and security

Hi I bought 2 powerline adaptors and they worked fine so I bought 2 more (this time with plug passthru). I read you can have up to 8 set up in the house. Only 2 are connected I have tried pressing the button for 2 second per instructions (first the main unit that is plugged into the router) and then the new adaptors but they were not connecting.  I have now seen post about setting them up in same room before moving and that has worked thankyou.  Should i be doing something to make them secure?  Thanks

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  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 07, 2020
    TUN11 wrote:

      Should i be doing something to make them secure?  Thanks

    syncing them does sync the security key. That's how you're making them secure. 

  • michaelkenward's avatar
    michaelkenward
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 08, 2020

    Remember, when adding new plugs to an existing network, you need to follow this advice:

     

    >>> Adding a powerline adapter to an existing powerline network <<<

     

    You need only one plug connected to the router.

     

    TUN11 wrote:

    I read you can have up to 8 set up in the house.

     

    Beware that advice. People have complained here that they hit a brick wall when they connect a sixth plug to the network. I'm not sure if this applies to all plugs, including the PLP1000.