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1 Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network
What is a Powerline Network?
PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter
Chapter 2: Planning Your Powerline Network
What is a Powerline Network?
The typical wired Ethernet network uses Ethernet network cables to connect your wired network devices. A
powerline network uses the existing powerlines in your home or office to connect your powerline network
devices, such as computers and media devices.
How Do You Create a Powerline Network?
Each network device needs its own PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter. On one of your computers, run the Setup
Wizard for each Adapter.
Connect each Adapter to its network device, and then plug the Adapter into an electrical outlet.
In a typical network, connect one Adapter to your router, so your powerline network can share the high-speed
Internet connection. Then connect additional Adapters to your computers and other network devices.
For example, in the application diagram, the router upstairs is connected to its Adapter, which is plugged into an
electrical outlet. Downstairs, the media center is connected to its Adapter, which is plugged into another
electrical outlet. Using the powerlines of the home, the router can route any data—video clips, music files, and
digital photos—from any networked computer or storage device to the entertainment area. Plus, if you enjoy
online gaming, you can play downstairs in the comfort of your living room, while taking advantage of your router
and high-speed Internet connection upstairs.
Figure 2-1: Diagram of a Typical Powerline Network
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