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Powerline Adapter + wifi?

unsure
unsure Posts: 758 Forumite
Hi,
Apologies if this sounds dumb but I'd appreciate some advice from those who know better. I have an existing wifi network which works okay but doesn't reach some points in the house where it might be useful.

I've seen Powerline adapters which plug into the mains and I'm wondering if I can just add these to the exisitng wifi network to extend it to the parts it currently doesn't reach...or do I need to get powerline adapters for all the exisiting appliances and switch over completely (which woud make it much more expensive at £50 for a pair as I'd need at least four and possibly six adapters).
Any thoughts and advice welcome.
Just because somebody is certain doesn't mean they are right!

Comments

  • nick5466
    nick5466 Posts: 19 Forumite
    Yes you will be able to add this to the existing network, all you would do is attach a ethernet network cable from the router to the first power adapter. This will give you access to the network where you put the second adapter.
  • elvch01
    elvch01 Posts: 341 Forumite
    I have a powerline adapter with a pwerline wireless bridge at the other end - works a charm
    Chris Elvin
  • elvch01
    elvch01 Posts: 341 Forumite
    you will need just a single powerline adpater which you connect to your existing network with an ethernext cable & plug into a spare powe socket on the wall.

    Then use a powerline wireless bridge somewhere else in your house

    That's all you need
    Chris Elvin
  • BikerEd
    BikerEd Posts: 405 Forumite
    Solwise do a nice powerline/wifi box. I used to have one, but now I have changed to a Homeplug AV setup, with the remote wifi at the other end of the house being provided by a Fon box.
  • -TangleFoot-
    -TangleFoot- Posts: 4,673 Forumite
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  • unsure
    unsure Posts: 758 Forumite
    Thnaks to all for simple, reassuring advice will now get cracking installing it.
    Just because somebody is certain doesn't mean they are right!
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