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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the transfer speed over the Extender’s Homeline network?
The Extender’s network transfer speed is 85 Mbps (maximum) over a standard
home power line network.
What’s the estimated range of the Extender’s network?
Approximately 300 meters (~985 ft.) in wall power lines (one household). The
Extender’s wireless network extends up to 300 meters.
Will the Extender work in any home?
The Extender will work in any home with built-in copper wiring. It may not
operate in some older homes (pre-1950) with alternate wiring.
Will the Extender’s Homeline network signal pass through circuit breakers?
Yes, the network signal will pass through circuit breakers. It will not, however,
pass through power transformers.
Does the Extender work with a 100 – 240V AC input ?
Yes.
Does using the Extender cause any interference with other home network-
ing devices?
No. The Extender operates at a different frequency than other power line control
devices and can co-exist with technologies such as
X
-10,
CEB
us, and
LON
works.
To set up the Extender’s network correctly, do I have to install the
Configuration Utility on each computer on the network?
No, the Configuration Utility is a diagnostic and security tool. Since the Extender
is fully plug-and-play compatible, it needs no software drivers to operate.
