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abdul73
Oct 26, 2015Follower
WLAN Acces Point XWNB5201 compatible with XAVB5501?
Hallo I have installed Powerline XAVB5501. I want to extend with a WLAN Acces Point. I have two questions: - Is WLAN Acces Point XWNB5201 compatible with XAVB5501? - Would you recommend another pr...
michaelkenward
Oct 27, 2015Guru - Experienced User
I have used a mishmash of different Netgear Powerline equipment. It all works together fine and meshes in well enough with the XWNB5201.
I haven't used the XAVB5501, but I have used the XAVB5421 which looks like similar kit.
The problem that many people complain about is that they cannot buy a standalone Powerline wifi plug. This can add to the cost of having two extenders on the system. But maybe that depends on where you are.