FAQs
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FAQs
This section presents answers to questions that may arise about pow-
erline adapters and powerline networks.
10.1
Multiple Powerline Networks in Once Circuit
Can multiple powerline networks exist in a single circuit?
Multiple FRITZ!Powerline networks can exist within one circuit.
A powerline network consists of multiple adapters, all of
which use the same network password. The network pass-
word is the code word for exclusive access to the network. It
identifies the adapter in the network, and is also used to en-
crypt the user data. The network password ensures that the
network users can communicate securely and without inter-
ference.
Up to four powerline networks can exist within a single circuit.
Each network uses its own individual network password. No
network interferes with the communication of another network.
10.2
FRITZ!Powerline across Various Phases in the Power Supply
Can FRITZ!Powerline be used across different phases of the
power supply?
Yes, home networking with FRITZ!Powerline is possible even
when the adapters are used in different phases (phase con-
ductors) of the home’s power supply.
FRITZ!Powerline routes the transmission data to the electrical
wiring as high-frequency signals. This process is called mod-
ulation. During a phase shift the powerline signal shifts from
one phase to another as soon as the phase conductors run
parallel over a certain distance. Since this is the case in al-
most all buildings, FRITZ!Powerline can also be used across
different phases.
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