Other options for Ethernet connections exist.
Other options for Ethernet connections exist.
I am 19 and live with my sister and mother still, I am unable to move out yet for certain circumstances. My router is all the way downstairs and I cannot run a Ethernet cable without it being in the way or ugly to my mom. What are some good alternatives? I have been using a power line adapter for awhile but it just isn't getting the job done anymore. When i built the PC i put in ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006AB1TXU?tag...th=1&psc=1 ) but it just give me good download speeds, etc. Also the reception of the wifi is very shotty in parts of the house. My mother cant get a good signal in her room, which is right above the living room where the router is. It is some type of apple router and not one I would have chose. So I am no quite sure what to do. Any advice? Thanks for the help in advance.
I believe the issue might not be the adapter, it could actually be the router. The person who suggested it mentioned that our specific model is being phased out. I might need to purchase a new router, but I have no idea where to begin.
It seems like your DSL modem with a built-in router often doesn't perform well. There shouldn't be any impact on a powerline adapter. What specific issues are you encountering?
You're asking about the issues that seemed linked to your power line adapter. You mentioned getting a modem from Charter, which uses the cable service in your area. The router is an older Apple model, and you think it might be resolving the problem because they're phasing it out. You recall it previously worked well.
Powerline connects via your electrical wiring, not Wi-Fi, which is why it’s called Powerline. It’s meant to work alongside your existing router, not replace it. I found Actiontec 5000 linked to a DSL modem, suggesting you might have an older adapter like the PWR511K01. Those aren’t ideal. Knowing your exact gear would help more. I’m not very skilled at online guesses, but it’s the same idea. Consider swapping your outdated router for something newer. My experience with the Asus RT-AC66U shows dual-band performance—better coverage on 2.4GHz and faster speeds on 5GHz. A fresh router still isn’t a magic solution; range remains a challenge. If that’s the situation, the TP-Link AV2000 Powerline adapter is reliable and has served me well for years.