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Power over Ethernet technology transmits data and power simultaneously through a cable.

Power over Ethernet technology transmits data and power simultaneously through a cable.

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BAHEKLover
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08-31-2025, 09:50 AM
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Hey there. From the UK recently, I’ve rearranged my rooms which means the router is now in a different space. When my PC was in the same area and I connected directly via hardwire, I got around 950MB—though I was on a 1000MB plan. Now I’m using Ethernet over copper adapters to transfer the signal between rooms, but I’m only getting about 150MB. I’m worried some bandwidth will be lost, but I didn’t expect it to be this big. Recently I played Rocket League and the ping was in single digits, so latency isn’t a problem here; it’s just speed. Both cables are Cat8, 40Gbps, 2000mhz from router to adapter and then to the PC. To put things into perspective, I can run an Ookla speed test on my iPad and get over 600MB—Wi-Fi usually lags behind.
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BAHEKLover
08-31-2025, 09:50 AM #1

Hey there. From the UK recently, I’ve rearranged my rooms which means the router is now in a different space. When my PC was in the same area and I connected directly via hardwire, I got around 950MB—though I was on a 1000MB plan. Now I’m using Ethernet over copper adapters to transfer the signal between rooms, but I’m only getting about 150MB. I’m worried some bandwidth will be lost, but I didn’t expect it to be this big. Recently I played Rocket League and the ping was in single digits, so latency isn’t a problem here; it’s just speed. Both cables are Cat8, 40Gbps, 2000mhz from router to adapter and then to the PC. To put things into perspective, I can run an Ookla speed test on my iPad and get over 600MB—Wi-Fi usually lags behind.

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08-31-2025, 09:50 AM
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The required adapters depend on the specific wiring of your home's electrical system.
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Falcon_Pilot
08-31-2025, 09:50 AM #2

The required adapters depend on the specific wiring of your home's electrical system.

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08-31-2025, 09:50 AM
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It's unusual to see anything beyond 150Mbps from Powerline in everyday situations. This method has mostly been replaced by Wi-Fi. That said, unless you're transferring files to or from a NAS, 150Mbps should be sufficient for regular internet activities.
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08-31-2025, 09:50 AM #3

It's unusual to see anything beyond 150Mbps from Powerline in everyday situations. This method has mostly been replaced by Wi-Fi. That said, unless you're transferring files to or from a NAS, 150Mbps should be sufficient for regular internet activities.

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08-31-2025, 09:50 AM
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They reduce network delays to almost nothing, similar to a physical connection (since it is wired). However, as you mention, it's barely perceptible with Wi-Fi 6 and above.
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08-31-2025, 09:50 AM #4

They reduce network delays to almost nothing, similar to a physical connection (since it is wired). However, as you mention, it's barely perceptible with Wi-Fi 6 and above.

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