Powerline networking questions.

[nichorob]

Hi there,

After problems with Wireless, im considering getting one of the Powerline kits to network via my house mains. I have a few questions:

My current set up is just a simple NTL cable modem -> PC, no router or anything. Im assuming il need another ethernet port to run to the mains powerline adapter, will something like this Netgear switch (first on the page) do the job?

Does the adapter need to be connected directly to the mains socket, or can I use it on an extension cable/surge protector etc?

Lastly and most importantly, the main purpose of the adapter will be for online gaming. Are these suitable? As in no latency/packet loss.

Many thanks.

 

[nichorob]

I would love to use wireless believe me, im fed up of it though, ive tried - wasted money on kit and now im calling it a day. Powerline seems like the perfect replacement as running CAT5 round the house is not an option at all.

The Powerlined networked PC will be used for online gaming and web browsing only, if its definatly capable of that then im sold.

 

[nichorob]

It will only be one PC upstairs.

Yes, I dont want any cable swapping involved or anything like that, should I just cough up the extra money and buy a wired router anyway?

 

[nichorob]

I got fed up with wireless and got the Devolo high speed starter kit and never looked back, absolutely perfect.

The plugs only take a ethernet cable, so as long as you have something to plug into it that can send the internet connection you'll be fine. Personally i use a combined router/modem/firewall, one cable going into the phone line, and one ethernet cable going into the homeplug.

Then i have 3 PC's with their own homeplugs, works like a treat and never had a single problem.

I would definitely advise using the security software as its easy enough to set up.

Brilliant, thats exactly what I wanted to hear, thank you

Do you do much online gaming using them? Whats your experience?

 

[nichorob]

Thanks a lot for that.