If I am using a desktop that is connected to a power strip, can I plug the ethernet adaptor into the strip vs. a wall outlet?
571087
The instructions state not to plug into a powerstrip due to signal degradation. With that being said, this product works amazingly well so if you're able to plug directly into a wall outlet, you will not be disappointed.
571088
No, because the power strip would degrade the the powerline unit's transmission between your computer and the device connected to the other powerline unit. On the other hand, you can install an ethernet cable between the powerline adapter and a UPS unit equipped with ethernet sockets (not a power strip) and then another ethernet cable between the UPS unit and your computer (or switch) if you want to protect against power surges.
571089
I specifically did not try to do this due to the nature of many surge protectors. Some help filter noise, and others may see this as a surge. No technical expertise behind my answer, just seemed I wanted the most direct connection possible to increase speeds.
571090
I've plugged it into a power strip (never read the instructions) and it works perfectly fine.
571091
I believe mine is plugged into the wall outlet directly as per Netgear's instructions. :-)I know it's a "guy thing," we don't read instructions, but right there on page 3 of the Installation Guide says in bold red WARNING! Do not plug Powerline devices into a power strip.
571092
I believe mine is plugged into the wall outlet directly as per Netgear's instructions. :-) I know it's a "guy thing," we don't read instructions, but right there on page 3 of the Installation Guide says in bold red WARNING! Do not plug Powerline devices into a power strip.
571093
I'm pretty sure the manufacturer says that you can only plug it into a wall outlet.
2220977
No, you have to connect it to a power strip. You also have to connect it to your computer via ethernet cord. You don't have to connect it to the router itself.
2202791
Required a 2nd Ethernet port on your Router to connect the power line adapter. Unless you have your router connect to the Powerline and get your desktop to be wireless or with another set of power line adapter.
494482
I have one PC downstairs and the other upstairs. Be sure the plug links are plugged directly into a wall socket a strip will not work. Dave
2196576
A plain power strip- -no problem as long as the total combined load does not exceed the rating of the UPS. Plugging a surge protector strip is not recommended.
1675245
The device get power though the Ethernet cable that has a little block that basically "splices" two cables. That block is plugged in to the standard AC plug.You will have to provide the Ethernet cables, needing 2, and keep them short. By short I mean 75 feet from the power point to the EnGenius. You need to be rather familiar with networking IP rules, as the man is not very clear. I recommend updating the firmware from the EnGenius site before install, but that is just me. You should not have issues out of the box.
916257
Yes you can Plug, not pug anything into it just like any type of screen or monitor. You do have to plug it into a wall for power..
537475
This is completely inside of your network. You'd use an Ethernet port from your wi-fi router's inside network ports to the single port unit and then have the four port unit at another spot in the house. As mentioned in reviews, make sure it's directly connected to the wall (not a power strip) at each end. I'd also make sure you regenerate the encryption keys by hitting the button on both ends within 60 seconds of each other just in case a neighbor has purchased a similar device.
819419
I use mine with the wall outlet adapter. I do not believe that this device even supports POE.
1128107
Yes, but there is still a power supply that plugs into the end of the ethernet cord near the wall.
2234815
No, it's just a crossover adapter. Turns a regular ethernet cable into a crossover cable with this plugged into one end.
357357
To my knowledge, no. I use the AC Ethernet adapters for wired connection which work great; I use a cheap switch to get multiple connections from one adapter. For instance, I use the AC Ethernet adapter and switch for to hard wire connect my TV, DVD (or Roku) and PC to the Internet. In another room, I use another Ethernet connected to my HT-WR02 to extend a strong wireless signal in the room and elsewhere around the house. Not sure if all of this information is helpful.
646519
You CAN purchase (Radio Shack, etc...) an adapter that plugs into a Ethernet outlet on Router and plug USB into it.
635092
Yes. You can even use a power over ethernet injector to prevent having to use a power outlet. The covers they offer are also nice.
295147
Now, powerline adapters are just for connection the network from one place to another. The POE here must be used on either a PoE capable network switch or with a PoE injector. However, the regular power plug will work on these also.
11578
No. just like on the picture. The black adapter though has 4 Ethernet ports, and connects directly to the power plug through a power cable.
497777
Negative. You need to have a pie injector or a pie switch that provides the voltage needed to power poe devices. A standard router will not power anything via Ethernet ports.