Power line connection does not work

    • Hello dear community

    I already have a transmitter and a receiver device and my computer has perfect internet. However, I would like to connect a second computer. But my existing PowerLine adapter only flashes red.

    What am I doing wrong? How do I know whether it is a sender or receiver?

    And I only need a transmitter device once, right?

    I connected the PowerLine adapter to the PC. I pressed the plus button on the transmitter device, ran down into the room and pressed the plus button there too. But the dot just flashes red.

    (it’s a closed circuit because I plugged it in where an adapter already works).

    I’m looking forward to your help.

    J.

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    • First of all: There are no “senders” and “receivers”. All PowerLine devices are transmitters AND receivers at the same time. Ex there is no difference between the devices.

      So if you want to connect point And if you then want to connect point Z, you will need a third device at point Z.

      So you’ve probably already done this correctly.

      However, the reasons why PowerLine devices do not work can be very diverse:

      - PowerLine is generally an unreliable technology that often causes problems and, if possible, it is better not to use it at all

      - One of the PowerLine adapters died (happens every now and then=

      - The devices are not “pairing” properly for some reason (in this case reset all PowerLine adapters involved and start again from the beginning. The instructions for your specific adapter should tell you how to do this in your case.)

      - The devices cannot connect to each other (they should always be plugged directly into the wall socket, not into a multiple power strip or something like that)

    @james.sutter

    Unfortunately, you don’t mention which D-LAN (Powerline) because there are a lot of them on the market.

    Normally everything is in the operating instructions.

    [https://www.swisscom.ch/de/privatkunden/zubehoer/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories\_new/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories\_detail\_new.html/ powerline-2000-connection-adapter-10247250?payOption=ONE_TIME&useCase=HARDWAREONLY&category=connection_accessories_RES#tab%5Bselected%5D =0](https://www.swisscom.ch/de/privatkunden/zubehoer/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories_new/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories_detail_new.html/ powerline-2000-connection-adapter-10247250?payOption=ONE_TIME&useCase=HARDWAREONLY&category=connection_accessories_RES#tab%5Bselected%5D=0)

    D-LAN (Powerline) should be the last option during an installation if you cannot install a LAN (Ethernet cable) or WLAN. How far is the computer from the Internet box and is it in a place where you use your own WLAN can.

    The prerequisite is the Internet-Box 2, Internet-Box standard or Internet-Box plus. You can use the WLAN-Box to establish a WLAN connection through a ceiling or wall without any problems and also have 2-3 LAN ports available.

    [https://www.swisscom.ch/de/privatkunden/zubehoer/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories\_new/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories\_deta il_new.html/wlan-box-11024867?payOption=ONE_TIME&useCase=HARDWAREONLY&category=connection_accessories_RES#tab%5Bselected%5D =0](https://www.swisscom.ch/de/privatkunden/zubehoer/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories_new/internet-swisscom-tv-accessories_det ail_new.html/wlan-box-11024867?payOption=ONE_TIME&useCase=HARDWAREONLY&category=connection_accessories_RES#tab%5Bselected%5D=0)

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    Installationen, Netzwerk, Internet, Computertechnik, OS Windows, Apple und Linux.

    First of all: There are no “senders” and “receivers”. All PowerLine devices are transmitters AND receivers at the same time. Ex there is no difference between the devices.

    So if you want to connect point And if you then want to connect point Z, you will need a third device at point Z.

    So you’ve probably already done this correctly.

    However, the reasons why PowerLine devices do not work can be very diverse:

    - PowerLine is generally an unreliable technology that often causes problems and, if possible, it is better not to use it at all

    - One of the PowerLine adapters died (happens every now and then=

    - The devices are not “pairing” properly for some reason (in this case reset all PowerLine adapters involved and start again from the beginning. The instructions for your specific adapter should tell you how to do this in your case.)

    - The devices cannot connect to each other (they should always be plugged directly into the wall socket, not into a multiple power strip or something like that)

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    @cslu

    Thanks for your answer.

    What other options are there?

    I have two floors and the router is on the top one. And I don’t have any network connections downstairs. In other words, it is only possible via PowerLine.

    The only thing I can think of is to buy a WiFi stick online to connect the PC via WiFi.

    The PC only needs internet for normal browsing or, for example, playing YouTube. Doesn’t have to be fast, but as stable as possible of course.

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    @james.sutter

    Actually, there are almost no PCs left without a built-in WLAN adapter.

    Just take a closer look to see whether the machine already has WiFi, and if so, connect via WiFi.

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    Hello @james.sutter

    You can also buy a WiFi box and connect it to the router.

    This has 3 network ports at the back. And if it doesn’t work, you have a 14-day right of return.

    So you can test at home in peace and quiet.

    greetings Lorenz

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    @Werner

    Unfortunately my PC really doesn’t have WiFi. I cannot select a WiFi network in the networks. And in the network sharing center or changing adapter settings I only have “Ethernet” to choose from.

    Although when I bought this PC it actually said that it had a WLAN standard. But I have no idea how I can activate this. Last time I also did it via USB stick.

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    @james.sutter

    If you really want a permanently stable, high-performance and problem-free network, you can’t avoid installing a Gigabit Ethernet connection in the lower floor. The effort may be high, but it’s worth it.

    WLAN is OK for devices without Ethernet Anschluss, I generally advise against Power LAN.

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    @hed

    Thanks for your answer.

    I’ll try it with WiFi.

    Well, until now Power-LAN has always been very stable and reliable. I’ve never had any major interruptions and the speed is quite OK.

    Yes, if I want to maximize performance, I can’t get past installing an Ethernet connection. In any case, I’ll think about it.

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    Power LAN can work for years without any problems and the slightest change in the environment (e.g. a disturbing device in the neighbor’s room) can bring the fun to an abrupt end.

    If you have an IB2 and set it up optimally, you should still have good reception on the other floor. Depending on the environment, this can also be problematic; floor heating, for example, can be a “killer” for WiFi. In this case, it is recommended to use a WB on the other floor and this brings us back to the topic of Ethernet LAN to connect the WB to the IB.

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