FRITZ!Powerline 1000E
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Optimizing Powerline Transmission Capacity
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Optimizing Powerline Transmission Capacity
With the following tips you can optimize transmission capacity in the
powerline network.
12.1
Finding the Ideal Outlet
In contrast to the cabling in computer networks, the wires for
electric power do not offer any shielding. Every branch, every
socket and every switch on the way between two stations re-
duces transmission capacity.
The shorter and more direct route over the electrical wiring,
the higher the transmission capacity.
The user interface of your FRITZ!Box and the FRITZ!Powerline
software shows the transmission capacity (gross) for each
FRITZ!Powerline adapter.
To find the ideal power outlet, compare the transmission ca-
pacity at various outlets.
12.2
Avoiding Multi-Outlet Power Strips
Multi-outlet strips have the following disadvantages:
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Because multi-outlet strips are junctions, they reduce
transmission capacity.
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Connected electrical devices can interfere with the pow-
erline signal.
•
In multi-outlet strips with surge protection, the integrat-
ed filter can block the powerline signal.
Therefore please note:
Never use multi-outlet strips with surge protection in
front of a powerline adapter.
If possible, insert FRITZ!Powerline in a wall outlet rather
than a multi-outlet strip.
If you have to use a multi-outlet strip, insert FRITZ!Power-
line in the socket located closest to the cable.
