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Tutor

Sep 08, 2020

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Unable to connect second extender Powerline WiFi 1000 - encryption key does not match

I'll try to keep this simple. I purchased 2 PowerLINE WiFi 100 Essentials Edition (model PLW1010v2), as I need to extend my network in two areas. I plugged the first one in, set it up, and it's worki...

plemans
Sep 08, 2020
https://kb.netgear.com/22165/Adding-a-powerline-adapter-to-an-existing-powerline-network

plemans

Guru - Experienced User

Sep 08, 2020

it could be interference. You can try unplugging outlets in the vacinity of the non-working outlet. Maybe one of them is going bad or injecting interference.

You can also check the breaker. Some have issues with arc fault breakers.

taniala20

Tutor

Sep 08, 2020

I'll check out your suggestions. Much appreciated.