Worth it?

charlie_ten · 12 Apr 2013 at 20:17

Am I better off routing a cable from downstairs to upstairs for my internet connection rather than use wireless? Would need between 30-50 m in cable length.

I didn't find the the wireless set-up great when using a Ps3, had issues with the connection dropping out and slow speeds. I am now building a gaming rig and don't want to have the same issues.

Am I in need of something to improve my wireless set-up (range extender or something), go for a powerline set-up or try a wired set-up?

R4z0r · 12 Apr 2013 at 20:33

Go wired if you can.

timmy85 · 12 Apr 2013 at 20:50

I use homeplugs and they do the job!

the_electrician · 12 Apr 2013 at 21:28

+1 for homeplugs.
i stream from my set top box lan to my pc, wireless works fine on sd but on hd pauses all the time picture distorts.
Got some http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-044-TP&groupid=46&catid=1604
Works a treat now.

Im just using the talktalk supplied router tho.
So either home plugs or upgrade router.

charlie_ten · 12 Apr 2013 at 22:10

I'm only using a Virgin supplied router. I'm looking for a set up that is stable for gaming, the homeplugs seem to fit the bill. Anyone had any experience using homeplugs and gaming?

A wired set up would be cheaper but it would involve more than plugging in an adapter.

Duke · 12 Apr 2013 at 22:15

Always run a cable if possible, especially if gaming.

the_electrician · 12 Apr 2013 at 22:24

Duke said:
Always run a cable if possible, especially if gaming.

I agree

However most of the time it is hard to hide cables.

So homeplugs are the next best solution.

tals · 14 Apr 2013 at 08:12

I game on a pc connected via homeplug, don't see any degradation in the ping which is more affected by the isp and router connection tbh. Home plug will give you a more stable connection imho but read the other post for more info