Power Line Questions

Sherako · January 10, 2015

Before I start this: Paying for 50/50, getting 11/1 where I'm at (far away) getting 42/37 wired

So I got some money I'm starting to realize that my internet connection isn't the best. I just moved across the house, which is now further from the router. My router and where I'm at is on the same line. I moved my PC to the router for a second on OMG, why can't I have wired!? Okay, so now to the questions. What would I need to hook up a PS4, 360, and a PC with Intel dual Ethernet ports? I know I'm going to need a switch because the powerline is most likely going to have only one output. What is a good powerline starter kit for under $50. Most people have been saying the AV500 and I don't have a problem with getting it. So if you guys think the AV500 is good, what switch should I get? Also, how could I speed up my internet once I have the powerline setup and everything. Can I just add another thing, plug it into the wall, then router, and get more bandwidth (lol, I obviously don't know much!) Please help me with this, I game a lot and it's hard playing/streaming on 11/1 rn.

jhaun · January 11, 2015

What would I need to hook up a PS4, 360, and a PC with Intel dual Ethernet ports?

2 powerline adapters and a networking switch. Only plug one of the ethernet ports on the PC in.

what switch should I get?

Pretty much any switch will do as long as it can handle at least 100mbps. Gigabit would be better if you have a lot of local network traffic, like file sharing or whatever. But since it sounds like you mainly use your network for getting internet that isn't an issue.

Also, how could I speed up my internet once I have the powerline setup and everything.

Give the ISP more of your hard earned money.

Can I just add another thing, plug it into the wall, then router, and get more bandwidth

Nope. Your internet will never go faster than the connection you're paying for. If you have a NAS or stream stuff between your own devices then that's different and you might be able to improve internal speeds.