Re: Powerline Networking Advice

["Steve Edwards" <edwards_sj@xxxxxxxxx>]

--- In ukha_d@xxxxxxx, "David Harris" <dh140770@...>
wrote:

> I'm considering going Powerline as it seems to be pretty easy to
> setup. Running Ethernet would be awkward and would have a higher
> associated cost anyhow.
> Any advice that anyone has would be great, re: models, experiences
> good or bad.

I've got a couple of Homeplugs.

I installed some CAT5 cable to allow me to have a network MP3 player
in the kitchen, but then stupidly forgot to pull it through before
having the floor laid... D'oh!

So I got a couple of Homeplugs from Linitx:

http://linitx.com/index.php?cPath=130

I've not had a single problem with them, they just work, music streams
without a hiccup.

> I have a couple of questions if anyone can answer.
> 1. Presumably I can run >2 of the plug in devices, to extend to
> another location e.g. my garage, kitchen etc

You can.

> 2. Security, where does the network effectively end.  Could my
> neighbour `see' it ?

Supposed to end at the meter but you can also set up a password for
your network so only modules using that password will connect to it.

Cheers

Steve