Select the appropriate powerlines for your needs.
Select the appropriate powerlines for your needs.
I’m preparing for a move and recently installed my new TV (LG 55C8). I tried streaming Netflix in 4k via Chromecast but faced weak Wi-Fi. I want to check this weekend, but since my desktop game needs stable internet, I’m considering a powerline connection. The room above the access point on the third floor is where my computer will be, so I plan to add a powerline regardless. My TV has some stripes and doors that look like stairs or doors—those might affect signal reception. The modem is on the ground floor with UTP ports there, plus ones on the first, second, and another provider modem/router on the second floor. I’m unsure if the second-floor modem is properly connected. For power options, I see a few choices: two powerlines to my PC with a Wi-Fi extender or three lines—one for the PC, one for the TV. With 200Mbps internet speed, extra powerlines might not be necessary unless you want better performance. I’m looking for affordable options that support passthrough; any recommended brands would help.
Powerlines function similarly to wireless but can vary based on surroundings. For newer installations, they offer reliable performance. With older wiring, expect reduced speeds comparable to WiFi—roughly a quarter of the rate. If you can afford it, consider Powerline 2000 for up to 2Gb/s (around 300-500Mb/s), which should restore full-speed internet. A suitable option is the one listed at https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-Powerline...B0778Y6K6N for $100, ideal for 4k streaming. The next choice would be Powerline 1200, priced around $65, offering the lowest speed but still functional. All major brands perform similarly as long as they meet the powerline specifications.
It's a 5-year-old home, that should be okay. American wall sockets seem like they're tricked out. Compared to what you pay in Belgium, those cheap ones are already over $150. Plus, the outlets here are different from those in the Netherlands, so I doubt we can get one from another country.
Do you have type C or type E connectors in Belgium? European standard sockets are type C. As someone from Ireland, I typically use Amazon.co.uk (which offers PLP2000 for around €170), but if ordering from Amazon.de or .fr is possible, you should be able to find a type C socket Powerline at a lower price.
This corresponds to type C according to IEC standards. It matches type E as listed on the website. A favorable offer is available if you can deliver to Belgium: https://www.amazon.fr/NETGEAR-PLP2000-10...B075F9P5V7
You might explore the link provided on Amazon. It isn't the top Powerline option, but it should deliver around 200Mb/s with good wiring. It includes basic 2x2 802.11AC Wi-Fi, which is sufficient. For a complete setup, a dedicated access point would be better.
I believe you're referring to three modules equating to three units. Then it's just about purchasing another one from the same supplier, preferably on the same standard. Because they adhere to a common standard, you can install as many as needed. Keep in mind that adding more will increase network congestion, as powerline functions like a central hub where data is shared among all connected units.