Router in master socket?

Lonz · 1 Aug 2007 at 03:17

I've recently been getting a lot of problems with my IP Profile fluctuating violently over the past few months, worst case scenario it being set to a mere 135k. I always appear to have interleaving on, and my line attenuation is in the 55-60db range (2km ACF to exchange).

Then it got me thinking; My router isn't directly connected to my master socket, and I'm fairly confident the internal wiring in my house isn't superb, perhaps this could be the cause of the problem? Another problem is, I don't have any LAN calbing running through my house either (main socket downstairs, bedroom upstairs), so would using these "Powerline" things be any good use? Assuming my router not being in my master socket is a problem in itself?

Thanks,
Alex

Snapshot · 1 Aug 2007 at 06:31

It's certainly worth testing the performance with the router in the master socket. In fact, I would say it was the standard fault-finding procedure.
The Powerline range seems to have a good reputation here although I haven't tried them myself yet.

tolien · 1 Aug 2007 at 11:51

In addition to connecting the router to the master socket, try disconnecting the extension wiring.

Lonz · 1 Aug 2007 at 12:18

How long would you recommend I left it in for, before I decided the line had settled?

tolien · 1 Aug 2007 at 12:41

24 hours is more than enough - the line won't "settle" (it never does), but the standard variation you see every day should show if there's a difference.