[Gllug] Powerline Ethernet

Chris Bell chrisbell at chrisbell.org.uk
Thu Feb 16 10:47:17 UTC 2012


On Wed 15 Feb, Mick Farmer wrote:
> 
> Dear GLLUGers,
> 
> I'm thinking of using powerline sockets to extend my home network.  In
> particular, I'm looking at the Devolo powerline products.
> 
> Has anyone tried this sort of kit?  Does it work as advertised?  Does it
> work with Linux (Fedora XX)?  Is there really a problem with noise
> pollution?
> 
> Any details gratefully accepted.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Mick
> 
   There was one brand/type that was recalled because of overheating and/or
fire risk a few years ago, but I understand that most work well anywhere
your side of the electricity meter, and even into another building that is
fed from the same meter.



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