Cardinal Richelieu Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 My wi-fi is a sack of shite. I've currently got a 20m long ethernet cable from the kitchen (where the router is) to the living room so that we can watch Netflix, but for some reason, my gf isn't too pleased about having a massive cable stretching across the hall. I heard that it's possible to transmit data through the electrical system in your house. I've no idea how this works (and I don't really need to know!). I searched online, and found this product... http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/networking/powerline/tp-link-tl-pa4010kit-av600-powerline-adapter-twin-pack-10143560-pdt.html?istCompanyId=bec25c7e-cbcd-460d-81d5-a25372d2e3d7&istItemId=xtaixwxxqr&istBid=tztx&srcid=198&cmpid=ppc~gg~1014+(PLA)+TP+Link+SF~All+Products~Exact&mctag=gg_goog_7904&kwid=GOOGLE&s_kwcid=DS!700000001428950!170984332257!!!g!!PRODUCT+GROUP&device=c&ds_kids=92700017021480173&PLA=1&gclid=CjwKEAiA79zDBRCgyf2FgeiY-CESJABzr0BMIKiElqFAhhIpBPpzexQ7-ds327Z-fu4v3rzBiBut8xoClkDw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CIn1-cOwvNECFdOu7Qod5VUEzw Basically, it comes with 2 plug adapter things. My question is "Is one of the plugs for the router" or can I use the other one for the PC in the bedroom (where the wifi is also terrible)..Also, could I buy another one to use for the laptop in the kitchen? (despite the laptop being 2 inches from the router, it still isn't 100% reliable). Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 17 minutes ago, Cardinal Richelieu said: My wi-fi is a sack of shite. I've currently got a 20m long ethernet cable from the kitchen (where the router is) to the living room so that we can watch Netflix, but for some reason, my gf isn't too pleased about having a massive cable stretching across the hall. I heard that it's possible to transmit data through the electrical system in your house. I've no idea how this works (and I don't really need to know!). I searched online, and found this product... http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/networking/powerline/tp-link-tl-pa4010kit-av600-powerline-adapter-twin-pack-10143560-pdt.html?istCompanyId=bec25c7e-cbcd-460d-81d5-a25372d2e3d7&istItemId=xtaixwxxqr&istBid=tztx&srcid=198&cmpid=ppc~gg~1014+(PLA)+TP+Link+SF~All+Products~Exact&mctag=gg_goog_7904&kwid=GOOGLE&s_kwcid=DS!700000001428950!170984332257!!!g!!PRODUCT+GROUP&device=c&ds_kids=92700017021480173&PLA=1&gclid=CjwKEAiA79zDBRCgyf2FgeiY-CESJABzr0BMIKiElqFAhhIpBPpzexQ7-ds327Z-fu4v3rzBiBut8xoClkDw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CIn1-cOwvNECFdOu7Qod5VUEzw Basically, it comes with 2 plug adapter things. My question is "Is one of the plugs for the router" or can I use the other one for the PC in the bedroom (where the wifi is also terrible)..Also, could I buy another one to use for the laptop in the kitchen? (despite the laptop being 2 inches from the router, it still isn't 100% reliable). Cheers! I have this at home for my daughter's pc. Router downstairs and pc upstairs. Different brand name but same principle. I can check the setup when I get home later but I think one of the plugs hooks up to the router (ie a cable from the router to one of the plugs) and at the other end a cable from the plug to the pc/laptop or whatever. I couldn't get it working when I first used it but got my IT guy from work and he sorted it. Moved house recently and it worked straight away. No idea how it works but it does. Eta.. turns out I have them at work too for the printer/scanner/fax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnightswoodBear Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 You have one next to the router and can have as many as you like (i think) dotted around the house for different devices. You just need to make sure that all the sockets you're using are on the same ring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cardinal Richelieu Posted January 12, 2017 Author Share Posted January 12, 2017 Cheers guys. Obviously I've no idea about my ring arrangements, but it's a 2 bedroom flat so I'm hoping it's all gravy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Thompson Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 7 minutes ago, KnightswoodBear said: You have one next to the router and can have as many as you like (i think) dotted around the house for different devices. You just need to make sure that all the sockets you're using are on the same ring. I only have two and dont really need any more, but I wonder if any additional ones would need to be the same make and model? The only thing I have to add is that with the ones linked in the OP you will lose an electric socket. You can also buy them with an electric socket on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnightswoodBear Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 21 minutes ago, Mr X said: I only have two and dont really need any more, but I wonder if any additional ones would need to be the same make and model? The only thing I have to add is that with the ones linked in the OP you will lose an electric socket. You can also buy them with an electric socket on. In my experience they do. I've got 5 in the house and only the same make and model work. I've tried putting on a different model and the master doesn't recognise it. A lot of them you can log onto with a laptop or PC and they have a basic GUI that lets you see what devices they can see hanging off them. edit: The ones I have have a socket on the front you can use. Also, don't plug them into a power bar, always directly into the socket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnightswoodBear Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Save your self a bit of cash, your eminence, and pick up these off ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BT-Powerline-pass-through-ethernet-adaptor-Comtrend-make-/122308023512?hash=item1c7a2054d8:g:-vUAAOSwnHZYdoKs BT gave them away with their original BT Vision boxes and they work fine, and you get a socket as well. Ebay is awash with them. The black ones are a slightly newer model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
placidcasual Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 26 minutes ago, Cardinal Richelieu said: Cheers guys. Obviously I've no idea about my ring arrangements, but it's a 2 bedroom flat so I'm hoping it's all gravy. It's unlikely you'll have two separate rings. It tends to only be in conversions etc so you should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint dave Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Got this one , which includes a WiFi as well as a Ethernet connection. It's made the world of difference to my ps4 and kodi box being hardwired. WiFi signal is also night and day. http://www.argos.co.uk/product/5585575 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthernLights Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 1 hour ago, Mr X said: I only have two and dont really need any more, but I wonder if any additional ones would need to be the same make and model? The only thing I have to add is that with the ones linked in the OP you will lose an electric socket. You can also buy them with an electric socket on. They don't. I started off with a couple of TP-LINK TL-PA2030. Currently my router is hooked up to one and the other is connected to my desktop. I later bought a 3rd one for connecting the TV, Xbox, PS4 etc with and got one of these https://www.trendnet.com/products/powerline-500-hub/TPL-4052E The three of them work together without any issues even though they are different brands and models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cardinal Richelieu Posted January 15, 2017 Author Share Posted January 15, 2017 On 1/12/2017 at 11:18, KnightswoodBear said: On 1/12/2017 at 11:23, KnightswoodBear said: Save your self a bit of cash, your eminence, and pick up these off ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BT-Powerline-pass-through-ethernet-adaptor-Comtrend-make-/122308023512?hash=item1c7a2054d8:g:-vUAAOSwnHZYdoKs BT gave them away with their original BT Vision boxes and they work fine, and you get a socket as well. Ebay is awash with them. The black ones are a slightly newer model. The ones I have have a socket on the front you can use. Also, don't plug them into a power bar, always directly into the socket. Wish I'd read your post, but I bought them on Friday. Tbh, I'm as happy as a dog with 2 dicks... can't believe I put up with a 20m ethernet cable for so long. One question: you said don't plug them into a power bar... why not? I've done it and it works fine (I didn't purposefully ignore the instructions, I just didn't have a choice). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthernLights Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 On 15/01/2017 at 15:16, Cardinal Richelieu said: Wish I'd read your post, but I bought them on Friday. Tbh, I'm as happy as a dog with 2 dicks... can't believe I put up with a 20m ethernet cable for so long. One question: you said don't plug them into a power bar... why not? I've done it and it works fine (I didn't purposefully ignore the instructions, I just didn't have a choice). Power bars often have tech in them designed to stop interference and/or protect from surges. These could either reduce the speed or in the worst case block it completely. The only issue I've had with power line adapters is often my connection to the PC drops completely and its just plugged into the wall socket. I have to turn it off and on again to get it connected again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Thompson Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 1 hour ago, NorthernLights said: Power bars often have tech in them designed to stop interference and/or protect from surges. These could either reduce the speed or in the worst case block it completely. The only issue I've had with power line adapters is often my connection to the PC drops completely and its just plugged into the wall socket. I have to turn it off and on again to get it connected again. I get the same thing, in fact it happened earlier tonight. Happens on both the adaptors, although not at the same time. All the lights go out and the network drops but turning on and off again fixes it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kennboy1978 Posted January 21, 2017 Share Posted January 21, 2017 Power bars often have tech in them designed to stop interference and/or protect from surges. These could either reduce the speed or in the worst case block it completely. The only issue I've had with power line adapters is often my connection to the PC drops completely and its just plugged into the wall socket. I have to turn it off and on again to get it connected again. Surely the pound land/no surge protection ones are the "best" for these. Obviously fire risk aside, they will be a straight connection to the mains ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salmonbuddie Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Would these work with Virgin Tivo boxes? I've got a Tivo in the back room - it's the one I had in the living room and has recordings on it that I didn't want to lose so I got it moved - but didn't fancy having it hard wired (when I say "didn't fancy", I really mean was told "it's not happening...") Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint dave Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Think so , as there is a function on Virgin TV Anywhere app to set recordings through your phone or tablet to the TiVo box. As long as it's hooked up to the net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salmonbuddie Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 Invested in a pair, I'll let you know how it turns out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
54_and_counting Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 Bought these the other day as i noticed a drop off every so often playing online on the ps4, since setting them up its been flawless gaming, defo worth the money and will be buying more for the rest of the house Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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