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Powerline Extender, Wall Plug
I’m wondering if the Powerline extenders work for wired internet for a work from home setup? I would assume yes since they would be plugged into the modem with an Ethernet cable and then plugged into ...
aliarato92 wrote:
I’m wondering if the Powerline extenders work for wired internet for a work from home setup? I would assume yes since they would be plugged into the modem with an Ethernet cable and then plugged into my meraki with another Ethernet cable but I’ve never tried one and I don’t want to spend the money if it won’t work. Thanks!
Yes, Powerline extenders can be a good solution for providing wired internet for a work-from-home setup. To set up, you plug one adapter into a power outlet near your modem and connect it with an Ethernet cable, then plug a second adapter into an outlet near your Meraki device (or directly into your work device) and connect it with another Ethernet cable.
This setup provides a stable, wired connection without the need for long Ethernet cables running across the room. Powerline extenders generally offer reliable speeds for most work applications, and they introduce minimal latency, making them suitable for tasks like video calls and file sharing.
For the best performance, plug the adapters directly into wall outlets on the same electrical circuit, avoiding power strips or surge protectors, which can interfere with the signal.