Good price for a double kit, and great if you want to add 3 or more - 1 Day Only promotion - Don't forget your WHOPPING 1% cashback from the cashback site of your choice...blurb:
TP-LINK's Powerline adapter TL-PA211 takes advantage of your homes existing electric wires to transfer data while transferring traditional power. That means, with no additional wiring required, users can simply plug the TL-PA211 into existing power sockets and establish networking infrastructure in a flash. With high-speed data transfer rates of up to 200Mbps, you can enjoy HD video streaming, online gaming, VoIP or any other high bandwidth intensive tasks all at the same time now.
Super Small Design
With the new ultra-compact housing design, TP-LINK TL-PA211 is much smaller than most other 200Mbps Powerline Products. At just 30mm thick and with its high quality, elegant white shell, it almost blends in completely in front of any power outlet and additionally can be placed anywhere in the room.
Up to 200Mbps, 300 Meters
With advanced HomePlug AV technology, TL-PA211 provides you stable, high-speed data transfer rate up to 200Mbps on a line length up to 300 meters. Together with the built-in Qos and powerful AES encryption, TL-PA211 is such a good choice for a whole home solution to connect all network compatible devices--from computers and game consoles to set-top boxes for IPTV to printers and NAS hard drives--and supplies them with broadband Internet.
The PLC connection is transmitting the data through the electric wire between two outlets, so it at least requires two PLC adapters plugged into the outlet to transform the data streaming. With twin pack design, the starter kit ensures to establish a Powerline network for the first time.
Power Saving Up to 65%
The TL-PA211, a new-generation Powerline Adapter, with its logical practical product designs and sophisticated Power-Saving Mode, it now consumes less power when compared with existing Powerline Adapters. When there is no data transmission or reception occurs over a certain period of time, it will automatically switch from its regular Working Mode to Power-Saving Mode that will reduce the energy consumption by up to 65%*.
*Actual data will vary because of the network conditions and environment factors.
All comments (148)
goonertillidie
12 Oct 11#1
Thanks for your post - I have updated your op and link should be working now
The deal made itself from a link on the 7Dayshop webpage, wouldn't let me edit the direct link
jools2001
12 Oct 11#4
Anyone know if i could mix this with a different branded 85mps plug?
martyj999 to jools2001
12 Oct 11#5
I asked that question before and was told no, not backwards compatable with different transfer rates, could be wrong though
dmm1000 to jools2001
12 Oct 11#19
no - 85's and 200's cannot interact on the same network
BUT- you can set up any number of 85's (2+) and any number of 200's (2+) on the same mains ring - creating 2 separate networks where the 85's "see" the 85" and the 200's "see" the other 200's - but different speed plugs wont "see" each other on the same mains ring (or network)
MrWani
12 Oct 11#6
Great deal
I wonder if someone could answer a couple of queries I have on this subject?
1. I currently have a pair of Extra Value 200Mbps adaptors, has anyone actually got experience of running mixed brands of these. I have heard people say it should be possible but no conformations.
2. I have 4 components (TV, wii, media player & Blu ray) around the TV that I would like to link up to my router in another room (powerline adaptor already connected) . I would only utilise 1 connection at a time. Would the best approach be to get a single powerline adaptor and attach that to a separate 4/5 way router or is there an alternative.
oldmanhouse to MrWani
12 Oct 11#13
What you need is a switch. Plenty of cheap ones on eBay or tech websites like ebuyer, scan, etc
I don't know a lot of about mixing homeplugs but I do know that all aren't comaptible with each other as different manufacturers use different specifications. There's currently no industry standard like there is for wifi devices.
mightykaboosh
12 Oct 11#7
Hi, I've read the description and I'm still not sure. Seen them come up before but don't want to waste money on something that won't really benefit me. Can I just plug one of these in to get a more even broadband speed for playing online games?
martyj999 to mightykaboosh
12 Oct 111#8
I have noticed the gaming on my asus 200mbps adapters to be more consistant but not vastly improved - with the wireless connection I WILL have more stutters than with the adapters but the overall performance for the most part stays the same - the main benefit is a guaranteed connection at all times and a better performance at a greater distance from the router.
From what I have read most of the 200mbps adapters should be compatable but the BT/Comtrend adapters are not
MrWani to mightykaboosh
12 Oct 11#9
These do not impact your broadband speed, but allow you to make a wired connection from your router to your console (or other equiptment) by utilising your in house eletrical wiring rather than running a network cable. You have an adaptor at each end and a network cable from the adaptor to your equiptment. A wired connection will usually be faster and more stable than wireless so yes would improve gameplay but not beyond the your original broadband capabilities
Spies
12 Oct 11#10
Have some heat, these have good reviews on Amazon.
Finlab
12 Oct 11#11
bought 4 - thanks
nicbutton91
12 Oct 11#12
I have 2 of these connected to a devolo homeplug which goes to my router (all 200mbps mind) and they all work fine, no problems at all. Maybe certain other brands dont work together :S
STi_prodrive
12 Oct 11#14
im a bit confused ! Is this item a plug and play which gives you internet access of a speed of 200Mbps ??
RichArab to STi_prodrive
12 Oct 111#17
It gives you connection speeds up to 200mpbs on your home network. Your access to the outside world will be constrained by the speed of your actual connection to the outside world. You plug one adaptor into your router using ethernet cable and then into a wall socket. Then other adaptor(s) on the same electrical circuit can be plugged in and connected via ethernet cables to other devices e.g. television, printer, xbox, etc.
May be a silly one but have to ask - will it work with lets say 6-way 3m long extension cable or does it have to be connected straight to the wall socket? And if it worked as one of many devices on that cable - will the speed be affected?
martyj999 to Paq
12 Oct 11#20
From my own experience you should be plugging these directly into the wall socket for best results, they just wont work with an extension lead with any form of surge protection.
ferrers to Paq
12 Oct 11#21
I have mine plugged into a 5-way socket and works fine, but I have heard comments that say they don't.
Graphixa
12 Oct 11#18
Cracking price on these. Ordered 3.
Thanks op!
SkullKing1300
12 Oct 11#22
I originally wanted one of these but after reading some reviews, I've decided to stick with the good ol' ethernet cable. Consistent and very reliable.:smiley:
Spies to SkullKing1300
12 Oct 11#24
It's not always convenient to run ethernet cable the length of the house.
J0E90
12 Oct 11#23
Posted this myself before seeing you'd beat me to it :stuck_out_tongue:
Great price - cheapest they've been for a while if you're buying 2 or more.
I have a couple at home and they have been great, so getting a couple more.
Heat Added :smile:
Merson316
12 Oct 111#25
Amazon have price matched.
Spies to Merson316
12 Oct 11#26
Still at least £2 cheaper from 7dayshop if you buy more than one.
martinconroy
12 Oct 11#27
Great deal but just found twin pack on ebay much cheaper so took a punt!
Item 180737088066 - Price: £18.60 delivered!
N.B. Can only buy one
Spies to martinconroy
12 Oct 11#29
From a zero rated seller? Good luck on getting them.
un1eash
12 Oct 11#28
Just paid £37 for another couple of these on Play, only need the one aswell.
I'm using 3 now to connect my router to 2 PS3's and a PC and get 180+ mbps.
martyj999
12 Oct 11#30
Registered yesterday :/
martinconroy
12 Oct 11#31
Paid with Paypal, so will risk it
Paq to martinconroy
12 Oct 11#32
I am thinking the same - PayPal so no risk. Will give it a go...
Sirez
12 Oct 11#33
In most cases wireless 802.11n is much faster (I have read up to 7 times faster in some cases) than using powerline adapters especially when they are connected on different wiring circuits (most houses have atleast 2 circuits usually upstaires and downstairs circuits) so if you were planning on connecting between a router downstairs and a device upstaires I would consider wireless rather than powerline adapters.
Spies to Sirez
12 Oct 11#39
Wireless in my house used to be fine, but as of late it's gone really really terrible, it seems like when I'm using my xbox and turtle beach headphones it kills my wireless bridge (which is already weak signal). I've tried all different channels and I get the same problem.
So in an attempt to resolve this I'm going to connect my two routers together and have 2 separate access points at each end of the house.
Bumpy69
12 Oct 11#34
Is there any technical difference between buying the twin pack, and buying two singles ? Or do you need to start with the twin pack, then you can add singles on top ?
Spies to Bumpy69
12 Oct 11#36
Twin packs will probably already be paired up to each other so they're truly plug and play.
Singles will need pairing.
Paq to Bumpy69
12 Oct 11#37
Twin pack = 2 singles
SkullKing1300
12 Oct 11#35
I know, but I guess that'll have to do....can't stand playing laggy online games on the x-box.
MrWani
12 Oct 11#38
I also have mine in 4 way gang sockets at both ends one on an upstairs circuit one on the downstairs. Have streamed DVD quality films (4GB files) from my PC to a DLNA compatible TV with no problems. Also plays YouTube videos no problem. I have no idea if the speed is reduced by the use of adaptors and dont care as long as it works. Note neither gang socket is surge protected as I'd heard that may be an issue for the signal.
I'm currently using the Extra Value adaptors but note they are big units and take up 2 sockets. Hopefully these are slimmer, for a bit more you can also purchase pass through sockets so you don't lose one.
MrWani
12 Oct 11#40
How would you pair them, they have no buttons? Would you need to discover them with your PC or something? I was thinking about adding a 3rd to my original pair.
Paq
12 Oct 11#41
Thanks, this is what I needed to know, DLNA is what I need it for, ordered two (ebay).
Spies
12 Oct 11#42
Yep you install software on the PC and pair them up that way.
mcdougc
12 Oct 11#43
Bought on ebay for £18.60 this morning.
Like it has already been mentioned, these might not arrive due to zero feedback and newly registered seller. Paypal should cover it.
Just what I need to stream HD video from my NAS to my TV.
Spies to mcdougc
12 Oct 11#44
But if (read:when) they don't turn up, then you will have missed this offer?
spaceinvader to mcdougc
12 Oct 11#46
Good luck with that, paypal only cover it if the seller has been courteous enough not to withdraw the money. Paypal guarantee is worth its weight in soiled nappies.
bottle123
12 Oct 11#45
Anyone with 50+meg fibre optic internet connection, do you get the full whack using these???
Spies to bottle123
12 Oct 11#49
An independent review stated an average of 66mbps when trying them in various outlets around the house.
This is incorrect, Paypal will put the sellers account into minus balance if the funds aren't there and then chase them with debt collectors.
martyj999
12 Oct 11#48
That seller had listed exactly 100 of these units, seems beyond a doubt that you wont be receiving them any time soon ........ shows as 15 sold, tried to add 86+ to quantity boxand it asks for a lower number, pretty suspect.
mcdougc
12 Oct 11#50
It's a gamble, I'll have to wait and see if I get them.
soggybiscuit
12 Oct 11#51
I've got virgin 50 speed internet... and there have been times when I have reached bit more than 5MB/s using a powerline.
Different brand though. Not sure if you were asking about this particular brand or powerline adapters in general.
Spies
12 Oct 11#52
Like anything, it's all dependant on the quality of your internal wiring.
bottle123
12 Oct 111#53
@Spies - cheers mate
Was ideally asking about these particular plugs but also interested to know about anyone who has powerlines that are 200mbps also
un1eash
12 Oct 112#54
You dont need the software on a PC to pair these, there is a small button on the bottom for pairing. As before i get 180mbps+ speeds using mine and i have one on each floor of my house (3 in total) and each one is on a different mains loop.
bottle123
12 Oct 11#55
looks like amazon are all sold out!!
kedgeman
12 Oct 11#56
Really good price - couldn't resist. Thanks for posting
flying_banana
12 Oct 11#57
WOW, great price!
fresno bob
12 Oct 11#58
doesn't work with devolo 85
Shadow-360
12 Oct 11#59
Cheers OP, ordered 4 singles, worked out cheaper than the two pairs :smiley:
bigsyd
12 Oct 11#60
These things are a godsend, I have a WD media box connected to my led tv, the media box is connected to one of the powerline sockets and the other is plugged in next to my router upstairs, I then have my 2tb network hard drive also plugged into my router, and now I obtain 1080p films from the net and stream faultless full 1080p video quality, it's stunning how it all works
Yiddo4life to bigsyd
12 Oct 11#68
I have the problem that wireless N simply cannot transmit 1080p Hd content directly from my server in the average house even with the best kit.
This seems the solution to connect a HTPC to the server without trailing cat6 cable.
Problem is they're not gigabit so surely 100Mbps is the highest transfer speed - Ok suitable for the task but the newer 500Mbps are they going to be faster and be therefore more future proof for streaming Higher quality HD content
kedgeman
12 Oct 11#61
My £0.32 from Topcashback has already tracked :smiley:
mike_6480
12 Oct 11#62
Ordered 4.
Voted hot
elyobelyob
12 Oct 11#63
Thanks. Ordered 4. Had another make, and one failed after a year. UK manufacturers didn't bother replying to my warranty request. Ditching them. They also ran hot. Like the idea of lower power usage .. thanks OP
greatkingbowser
12 Oct 11#64
Do these come with the ethernet cables and, if so, how long are they?
onion86 to greatkingbowser
12 Oct 111#66
Doubtful, buy some from eBay / Amazon, they're about £1.50 for 1/2m
Thanks OP, ordered 2. I've got Comtrend ones at the moment and they don't give me my full connection since I upgraded to 30MB Virgin and they're massive so think it's time to try some new ones out!
P.S. Like most powerline adapters these are only 200Mbps between the units, once it gets to your actual device it can't go over 100Mbps as they only have 100Mbps Ethernet ports on them, and most people will only use Cat5e cable that is rated up to 100Mbps too.
Shadow-360 to greatkingbowser
12 Oct 11#67
Unboxing videos on YouTube seem to suggest it does, couldn't say how long they were though.
un1eash to greatkingbowser
13 Oct 11#101
They come with 1m network leads, so you get 2 in the twin pack.
RichArab
12 Oct 11#65
Hot, ordered 3. Thanks OP
jim1966
12 Oct 11#69
3 bought, voted hot.....
Yiddo4life
12 Oct 11#70
As mentioned above they can stream 1080p and are cheap
Heat added - 3 bought
Paq
12 Oct 11#71
Pair from eBay comes with 2 cables ,allegedly :wink:
Paq
12 Oct 11#72
DAMN!!!!!!
Looks like some of us (including myself) have just got scammed :smiley:
Link to the seller - We will see how easy it is to claim money back :wink:
philmitchell
12 Oct 11#73
These will come in handy for when I move .
mcdougc
12 Oct 11#74
I've been scammed as well, although I'm not too surprised.
If something is too good to be true, it usually is!
It says I have to wait 7 days before I can open a case, I paid by Paypal hope I don't lose my money. Not had any experience of claiming money back from them.
daz123 to mcdougc
12 Oct 11#76
I was able to go into Paypal and cancel the payment, you might still be able to cancel it as well.
daz123 to mcdougc
12 Oct 11#79
I was able to go into Paypal and cancel the payment, you might still be able to cancel it as well.
fort
12 Oct 11#75
Only ordered 2 - with these things the performance will vary greatly depending on how good your home wiring is.
mikepj
12 Oct 11#77
ordered ~ heat given, thanks OP
Paq
12 Oct 11#78
Canceled mine too and ordered at 7dayshop. Didn't know I can cancel the payment.. I thought that once it gets paid, its paid. Does it mean that when I am selling on eBay the money is on my PP account the buyer can cancel the payment while I am posting the item?
ClubLife
12 Oct 111#80
These powerline plugs are HomePlug AV compliant (Upto 200Mbps). How much you require all depends on how much bandwidth you utilise on your internal network i.e. how many people are going to be streaming stuff at the same time/transferring data simultaneously.
Blu-ray raw data tops out at ~53.95 Mbps, so unless the signal and/or hardware is rediculously poor, an 802.11n connection should've had no problem streaming it smoothly. I've managed it on an 802.11n and 802.11g connection before. Granted, on the latter I had to stop everything else on the PC to ensure it was stutter free.
200Mbps plugs will allow ~3 people to stream blu-ray quality data at the same time, with allowances for others to still transfer data over the network if required.
I've been using these powerline plugs for months now, and not had one single problem. I get an average throughput of ~190Mbps. The massive plus of these over the others on the market is, they don't get overly hot, thanks to their power-saving mode. Even the ones that are on constantly for weeks at a time don't get hot to the touch, which is always reassuring for longevity.
To confirm, the TP-Link TL-PA211Kit (Set of two plugs) does indeed come with two ethernet cables in the box, although they're only short.
EDiT
Pairing Instructions
Plug two into sockets next to eachother and turn them on.
Press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 1 for ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 2 for ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Once the two plugs have paired, the powerline LED (symbol that looks like an arrow) should light up solidly, as well as the power symbol.
To join a third plug to the network, plug the third plug into a socket near the other two.
Simply press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 3 for ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 2 ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Once the third plug has paired with the other two, the the powerline LED (symbol that looks like an arrow) should light up solidly, as well as the power symbol.
Repeat for plug 4,5,6 etc. Once the plugs are paired, you can move them to whatever socket you wish.
To remove one, or more of the plugs from the network. Whilst the plug is turned on, press and hold the pairing button until the power light goes out momentarily (~10 seconds) and release.
- Download the Powerline Utility
*Allows you to rename the plugs
*Check throughput speeds
*Add the passwords for each plug, which then allows you to set all of the plugs to a private network name of your choosing. Just incase your neighbours are using the same plugs too, wouldn't want them accessing your network now would you? :stuck_out_tongue:
*Change the QoS settings
cooley
12 Oct 11#81
Ordered thanks.
krazykizza
12 Oct 11#82
Cashback.... if it tracks :/
Been 5 days and I haven't had my purchase track... still was only worth 40p
Codmouth
12 Oct 11#83
Hot. Bought. Thanks.
grabble
12 Oct 11#84
Just what I was looking for- many thanks
phda
12 Oct 11#85
Thanks ordered x2 at £15.99 eachplus 2%quidco. Ideal for streaming to PS3.
crofter
12 Oct 11#86
Can anybody tell me if this would work??
I currently have my computer hard wired to my via RJ45 cable - if I added one of these powerline adapters to my router and the other one to my media player would I be able to access the files stored on my hard drive??
themarrons
12 Oct 11#87
will these allow me to stream to 360 instead of having it connected directly into router?
RoyalRenegade
12 Oct 111#88
Assuming your media player has an ethernet input then yes - It will read as if wired directly to your router. Obviously you'll need your PC on.... unless you are using a NAS drive in which case it doesn't. I use this method for reading content directly on a TV with ethernet port.
spaceinvader
12 Oct 11#89
presuming they signed up with real details, which scammers dont. trust me, ive been scammed and i got nothing back
Captain HUKD
12 Oct 11#90
Very tempting - having some minor issues with my pair of 85mbps ones but I'm borrowing a spare pair off a friend to test my setup to hopefully prove if it's the adaptors or wiring that's at fault. Guess I'll have to keep an eye out for a similar deal in the future if it is my adaptorsthat are faulty.
drifta
12 Oct 11#91
Think I might get a pair of these but may need to move devices around to benefit from it...
Azza1
12 Oct 11#92
Awesome thanks for this! Was going to order a couple of weeks a go but decided to wait until the new BB gets activated, but since this are here it's too good to miss!
jpor
12 Oct 11#93
I take it I can not plug a network switch in at one end and plug an Apple TV, a 360 and Blu ray player in it?
Hi, I'm considering this (or similar)... But one question: if I move (say) to the continent, would they still work if combined to continental adaptors?
Lenny63
13 Oct 11#96
Could someone clarify something for me ref these (excuse my ignorence)
i have a dell laser printer that can run on either USB or ethernet cable.
I keep the printer in my room, but if I am downstairs and want to print stuff I msut come up, plug in the printer to laptop and print.
If i bought one of these, would it mean I could plug my printer directly into it via ethernet cable and then anything I print anywhere in the house will be recieved and print of its own accord ??
jasee to Lenny63
13 Oct 11#97
You would need to buy two. one to connect to the router and one in the upstairs room connected by it's ethernet connection to the printer.
The big advantage of a network connection is if you are using computers using windows, you do NOT have to turn on file sharing on the computers that you want to print to it.
Also, of course, any computers connected wirelessly to the network will be able to print to it.
lethalranjha
13 Oct 11#98
Nice deal, bought 3. Heat added.
mikepj
13 Oct 11#99
Thank you for your recent order. When processing this order, it was discovered that we are out of stock of the following products.
If you placed your order directly with us on 7dayshop, we will not charge you for these items until they are dispatched.
However, if you placed your order with us through Amazon or eBay then, you will have been charged.
If the item you purchased is a preorder item with a release date sometime in the future, please note that it will be sent as soon as the stock arrives with us.
S-TL-PA211UK TP-LINK 200Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet Adapter Single Pack TL-PA211UK - 1 DAY ONLY DEAL!
New stock is due in very soon, and will be dispatched as soon as it arrives.
Should you wish to cancel your back order, please use our contact form at http://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/support.php . Please quote order number @@@@@@@
colw
13 Oct 11#100
same
ForestGrump
13 Oct 11#102
Good find, was unsure whether to buy these or go for an 'n' wireless router but the price has swayed me. Ordered 4 (hope I've made the right choice).
Lenny63
13 Oct 11#103
thankyou.
i forgot to add i already have a wireless network net up around my home and laptop always paired with it.
would I still need the two?
grumpygrim
13 Oct 11#104
I have a very slow wireless broadband speed, so if I plug this in and use it with my pc/console, is there a chance my bb speed will be increased?
Benodet to grumpygrim
13 Oct 11#107
This would speed up your broadband if due to poor wireless eg old house with thick walls or electrical interference, but not if your broadband source in general is poor.
alera
13 Oct 11#105
Same price amazon. I ordered yesterday afternoon and they are being delivered today plus they have the best returns policy in the business.
On a side note why order something from eBay which is obviousy a scam to save 16 quid ? It's like you are being ripped off for the sake of it. Personally I don't think paypal should compensate people when they buy something which is so obviously not legit.
Benodet
13 Oct 11#106
Mine arrived this morning, much smaller and neater than Extra Value Homeplugs I already have. Plugged in and worked straight away with the Extra Value plug (200Mbps too) didn't even have to pair! So far so good. The RJ45 cable supplied is a bit short (about 1M) but ordered a longer one from Amazon for 82p delivered, that came today too.
Spies to Benodet
13 Oct 11#112
What does your order status say? Mines still processing :/
AnimalMagic81
13 Oct 11#108
pain in the **** you cant delivery to something different than your cardholder address!! Anyone know if they are that strict?
AnimalMagic81 to AnimalMagic81
13 Oct 11#109
Sod it i bought from Amazon to save the hassle
Paul Bradbury
13 Oct 11#110
Now gone up to £17.99 single or £16.99 for 2+
Azza1
13 Oct 11#111
Got an out of stock email as well. Think I'm just going to leave it and see if it goes through okay when they get stock in.
formsm2000comp
13 Oct 11#113
Not sure if i want two of these.
Looking at a flat yesterday and the internet only works in one telephone socket, plugging the router/phone into another socket with the filter doesnt work, so i cant reach the router from where the pc will be.
I have a laptop and a pc but the pc is not wireless enabled, i have a alfa networks dongle and the router will only be a short distance away on the same floor, im tempted to just leave it at wireless but i must have reliability, i will be using the pc for betting/trading so really need the connection to be reliable.
FatalSaviour to formsm2000comp
13 Oct 11#116
It'll depend on your router and other parts of your wireless environment. However, I'd say that wired connections are almost always more reliable than wireless. If you wanted the most reliability, you'd buy a £100-200 router and run Ethernet cable from it to your PC. However, these would be a sensible compromise I'd say.
Benodet
13 Oct 11#114
Dispatched! Delivered this morning as stated.
Spies
13 Oct 11#115
Balls, I won't be getting them today then, ordered 12:26 yesterday.
formsm2000comp
13 Oct 11#117
I've got a Billion 7800N router.
The cable would have to go under the carpet as their is a small child living there.
FatalSaviour
13 Oct 11#118
:smiley: As routers go, you've done well there then :-). I'd imagine that you shouldn't have any stability problems with the router itself! Not sure about your wireless dongle - I can't find many support pages for Alfa networks. I'd still maintain that a wired connection would be more reliable though. Running it under the carpet should be fine. Alternatively, as I suggested before, these HomePlugs are generally pretty good too. It *is* another item that could possibly fail, but I would trust these more than most wireless setups for a solid connection.
formsm2000comp
13 Oct 11#119
Well i bought it because it was a deal on here.
It has a few issues which i need to look into, just dont think its as secure as it could be as yet.
Got WPA2 on it with long key, plus ethernet and wireless MAC Filtering but not sure about the hardware firewall part of it.
Alfa networks stuff is used be alot of hackers/network pen testers, got excellent range, detachable attenanas etc, so ive got a panel and a 5dBi omni directional ariel for it. Can pick up 50 AP's when its on the window ledge.
I say its a 'dongle' but its a usb wire going into the device which has a detachable ariel.
alera
13 Oct 11#120
Got my 4 from Amazon this morning less than 24hr after ordering.
They work fine will the 200mbps zyxel ones I am replacing plus a generic cheapo 200mbps plug from ebuyer.
I am getting rid of the zyxel ones as pointed out they burn out pretty quickly and are becomming unreliable.
alera
13 Oct 11#121
Also mine worked out of the box didnt need pairing.
edanp
13 Oct 11#122
Same price as play?
alera
13 Oct 111#123
I am currently getting 193, 152, 116 & 112 mbps out of the 4 received....Considering thats through 2 consumer units and several floors with long runs of wiring thats pretty good I would say.
The Zyxel ones I have replaced were only giving 70mbps - 90mbps respectively and were meant to be 200 mbps plugs....A couple of them were a few years old and the other 2 were malfunctioning and would drop off after an hour or so use.
So these seem to be a big iimprovement. They are also much smaller than the other plugs and have the power saving functionality that has been discussed so should hopefully last longer.
They also have good compatability with other homeplug standard 200mbps plugs.
grabble
13 Oct 11#124
Got an oos email timed @ 11:00 12/10/11. Will they honour the price?.
grabble
13 Oct 11#125
Sorry- that should read 23:00 12/10/11.
jasee
14 Oct 11#126
I would turn off dhcp on the router and manually asign ip addreses to everyone. Also don't make the gateway *.*.*.1 ! Also use a subnet. Don't broadcast the wireless network name, hopefully you have changed it from it's default name.
But I'm curious as to why you can't make these adapters work. The usual reason is that your house in on seperate phases of the electrical suppy, but this is usually in a very big house. (They won't work between phases)
pauleden
14 Oct 11#127
7dayshop?
Great if you don't need it within a fortnight.
Shadow-360 to pauleden
14 Oct 11#128
You weren't kidding.
Ordered first day deal came on, first time ordering, used free del, not dispatched.
Anyone know how long it'll take?
elyobelyob
14 Oct 111#129
Clue is in the name.
Shadow-360 to elyobelyob
17 Oct 11#132
Turned out to be a pleasant surprise, all arrived today so not bad at all taking into account the weekend.
Spies
14 Oct 111#130
Most of the stuff ships from Guernsey doesn't it? So at least 3 days from dispatch.
CoenFan
14 Oct 11#131
Ebay have stuffed this down the memory hole.
"This listing (180737088066) has been removed, or this item is not available."
Who'd have thought it.
CoenFan
17 Oct 11#133
Got mine from 7DayShop too... very compact, much neater than the bricks (albeit reliable bricks) I have from Solwise.
Spies
17 Oct 11#134
Mine are here today too.
Spies
18 Oct 11#135
They work great, far better than my flaky wireless connection!
Meathotukdeals
2 Nov 11#136
Mine arrived today (from Amazon) and got to say the info in the box was very limited paper-wise. I had thought I'd revisit this post when i'd read the stuff in the box but looks like I'm coming straight to this post now and glad to see a proper user manual link. Is there anyone watching in case I have a question?
Meathotukdeals
2 Nov 11#137
Well as expected its a total technological 'up.
Put both boxes side by side on a gang plug. Held button in for 6 seconds on box A. Then to box B held in for 7 seconds. Moved one box downstairs and connected to xbox with the ethernet cable. Connected upstairs box to the router.
Because I didn't know how to make it a private network I renamed the network "oneuponedown" and chose "set all devices" only to get a message "some devices could not be added to the network". The message before submitting "set all devices" says something about having changed passwords but I've not changed any passwords.
The xbox downstairs cannot connect to the internet.
Both boxes show the same lights...power on ethernet port is linked (don't know what to)
but the middle light 'powerline led' is out, which means its not connected to the powerline network whatever that is.
on the main tab unsurprisingly I get some techno BS where it says something is connected to a homeplug device but at the same time it says "0 Powerline devices detected".
Diagnostics say this (they are connected)
Diagnostics Report: Wed Nov 02 19:17:09 2011
Utility Released: August 01, 2010
Copyright (C) 2010 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
Host Computer Information:
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On NIC #1 MAC = 00:21:6B:8E:1B:A2
No HomePlug Device Connected
On NIC #2 MAC = 02:00:54:55:4E:01
No HomePlug Device Connected
Remote Powerline Devices:
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Name MAC Password Rate Network Last Seen Vendor Firmware Sent Misses Drops Fails High Rate Low Rate
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Device 2 B0:48:7A:BA:9A:17 --- not entered --- ? Unknown Networkname Nov 02 06:46PM TP-LINK INT6400-MAC-4-1-4102-00-3679-20090724-FINAL-C 15 0 0 0 147.00 147.00
Soo I don't know why they are connected/not connected detected/ not detected.
But they aren't working.
Meathotukdeals
2 Nov 11#138
btw the trouble shooting section of their web gives nothing
Really nothing.
ClubLife
2 Nov 112#139
Don't worry, I did exactly the same the first time around.
The 'Powerline LED' indicates if the two plugs are paired on the same network, so from what you're saying they didn't pair successfully. They need to be on the same network in order to communicate, and so that the plug(s) that are not connected to the router have a path to the internet via the one connected to the router (Effectively one long ethernet cable made up of your internal wiring. If they're not paired, it's the same as someone cutting an ethernet cable in half, there's no connection to the end point)
When you're pairing the plugs:
1. Press and hold the pair button on the first plug for 6-8 seconds (Don't hold for longer otherwise you'll end up resetting the plug, which effectively won't do anything. Normally it would be used to unpair a paired plug from a powerline network) and release, the 'Power LED' should begin flashing on and off.
2. Next, press and hold the pair button on the second plug for 6-8 seconds and release, the 'Power LED' should begin flashing on that plug also.
3. The two plugs are now searching for eachother, as soon as they find eachother the 'Power LED' and the 'Powerline LED' will flash on and off momentarily then become solid. This means the two plugs are now paired on the same 'public' powerline network and recognise eachother (You've just created your long ethernet cable which you can move all over the house)
The 'Ethernet LED' will be on if you've connected an ethernet cable to the plug, regardless of whether it's paired with other plugs. It will flash on and off when data is being sent.
The table below (Put together from the manual) shows what the LED states mean:
Before you can set the plugs to a private network, you first need to pair the plugs onto the same 'public' powerline network. Then you need to enter the password for each plug on the "Main" tab of the utility program. The passwords are written on the underside of each plug, and they're individual to that plug.
So the steps to set follow are:
1. Write down the passwords for each plug.
2. Successfully pair all of the plugs together onto the same 'public' powerline network.
3. Connect a PC with the utility program and wincap installed to one of the plugs, and make sure the rest of the plugs are plugged in and turned on.
4. Open up the utility program, wait for the autoscan feature to detect the plugs (Note: It won't detect the plug you're using to connect with, see my edit below)
5. Left click once on one of the plugs when it appears in the window at the bottom.
6. Click the "Enter Password" button, and enter the password including the hyphens (It's case sensitive too)
7. Repeat steps 3 & 4 for the other plug(s)
8. Go to the "Privacy" tab.
9. Enter a name of your choice in the "Private Network Name" box.
10. Click the "Set All Devices" button.
EDiT
Another thing you'll need to do is, when setting the passwords for both plugs, the utility doesn't show the plug you're using to connect to the network in the bottom window, so you can't set the password on that plug. An easy solution is to set the password on the other plug that is showing in the bottom window, then plug in the one you've just set the password on and connect your PC to that, plug in the other plug which you were just using to connect, and then that one should show up in the bottom window of the utility so that you can enter the password for it.
Meathotukdeals
3 Nov 11#140
Hello ClubLife, thanks for your help.
Bottom line is I think they are working.
Previously when i paired them I then put one downstairs connected to the xbox and the one upstairs I connected to the router. I still don't think it made it clear in the instructions about this, but I have followed your instructions, to connect one to the pc and then put in the password for the non-directly connected unit and then swap them over and put in the password again for the unit that had been directly connected. The utility seemed to accept everything without flagging any problem.
Why I say I 'think' they are working. I could connect the xbox to xbox live (thats an online thing) but got some error messages (still looking into them) in the connection status screen. I also swapped the xbox for a humax set top box with humax portal installed (thats an online thing too - youtube & bbc iplayer) but I couldn't get the portal to come on I went through a few menus and applied settings in the internet connection menu but no joy. When I put the Humax back in my room it wouldn't come on their either anymore. Crap.
I swapped the xbox for a laptop and did a speed test. I got a longer ping 125 (vs direct wired to router @ 85) but the UL and DL speeds were ok and similar.
I will post this now because I came on Hotuk deals to see if you had replied a few hours ago now and have been messing about with tp-links and the xbox and humax since. I will just try to get the humax running again in my room and continue looking into the xbox error codes.
Thank you for your help. I think it was definately the the swapping over of directly attached tp-link units that made the difference.
Meathotukdeals
4 Nov 111#141
Humax is now ok. Apparently to access the Humax Portal the Humax need to have a working aerial fitted (something to do with getting a time and date in order to launch some software). When I was trying it I didn't have the aerial connected.
Xbox also Ok I think. Read all kinds of ideas. Turned off router etc made no difference. I fell back to putting the xbox direct into router and got the same error codes. So whether they are indeed errors or not they don't seem to be caused by the TP-Links.
So all in all everything seems to be working.
Thanks again ClubLife. :smiley:
ClubLife
5 Nov 11#142
No problemo, always happy to help :smiley: Feel free to PM me if you have any more questions or problems.
Regarding the errors on the Xbox, have you forwarded the ports in your router for the games you play etc? I know from personal experience how much of an improvement it makes in gameplay/connection to servers/voice chat when forwarding the ports required for each game/Playstation Network on the PS3. Even with UPNP switched on, some routers just plain fail at doing it automatically.
If not, a great place to start is www.portforward.com. Also searching the game publishers FAQ for the required ports is a good one too.
Meathotukdeals
5 Nov 11#143
Hi ClubLife,
I don't actually play online. I was playing a lot of Gears of War 3 and Epic sometimes introduce a new variable if you are connected to Xbox live - even on a free account (silver) and even if you are playing alone. The last one was pumpkin heads on characters but before that it was changing weapons on maps. I do look at Xbox streaming videos and DL demos. While things seem ok for this use I'll leave the router settings alone - my mood dips just thinking about it.
Ahh btw on the QoS Simple Mapping am i right in guessing 'online gaming' biases the throughput for speed but not quantity and 'Audio/Video' biases the throughput for quantity and not speed?
ClubLife to Meathotukdeals
5 Nov 11#144
Pretty much, yes. It prioritises data, which can effect quality.
Selecting 'Online Gaming' tags each piece of data related to online gaming arriving onto your home network with a 'Fastpass ticket' if you like (Similar to systems used for queue jumping at theme parks), meaning it gets a higher priority than data related to 'Audio/Video' & 'VOIP', so it'll arrive at its end point quicker than the other two. Gamers prefer lower ping times (time it takes for data to travel back and forth between two points, also known as latency) so that if they're playing an online shooter, they see the enemy that millisecond quicker, and can get the first shot in (Although hardware plays a part in this also, but that's irrelevant here :stuck_out_tongue:)
Lag is related to high ping times/latency, which can effect gaming, audio/video & VOIP data. A recent example being the newest battlefield game. The voice communications are extremely choppy, resulting in people not being able to communicate properly, ruining their gaming experience e.g.
Player says: "You only hear bits of what I say"
Team mates hear: "Yo..on...y...hea...r...bits...of...wh..t...I....sa..y"
If you stream a lot of video/audio to that particular computer/device in your house, you'd select 'Audio/Video' on the homeplug connected to the computer/server storing the audio/video, and the homeplug that's connected to the device you'll be streaming the data to e.g. WD TV Live, so that your movie/music doesn't stutter/skip when the network is being used heavily by other users.
Meathotukdeals
5 Nov 11#145
Thanks ClubLife. Would applying the 'Audio/Video' rules be via the same as initial set up (plug one homeplug direct to pc and setup the more remote plug then swap homeplugs and repeat) or, now they are set up, do I just highlight each plug in the Utility (one in the upper window and one in the lower window) and then go to the QoS tab and apply from there?
LOL I'm sure this will be my last question! :smirk:
ClubLife to Meathotukdeals
5 Nov 11#146
You need to connect your PC/laptop to the homeplug you wish to change the QoS settings of, run the utility and set the QoS to the desired settings, then you can move that homeplug anywhere in the house.
Meathotukdeals
6 Nov 11#147
Thanks ClubLife. You certainly are a whizz on these things. There's loads of things I want to put on the net and now all your info is another! :smiley:
binggordon
2 Mar 17#148
**Bump*
Does anyone know were I can download the firmware for these plugs (TL-PA201) ?. These;-
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Opening post
TP-LINK's Powerline adapter TL-PA211 takes advantage of your homes existing electric wires to transfer data while transferring traditional power. That means, with no additional wiring required, users can simply plug the TL-PA211 into existing power sockets and establish networking infrastructure in a flash. With high-speed data transfer rates of up to 200Mbps, you can enjoy HD video streaming, online gaming, VoIP or any other high bandwidth intensive tasks all at the same time now.
Super Small Design
With the new ultra-compact housing design, TP-LINK TL-PA211 is much smaller than most other 200Mbps Powerline Products. At just 30mm thick and with its high quality, elegant white shell, it almost blends in completely in front of any power outlet and additionally can be placed anywhere in the room.
Up to 200Mbps, 300 Meters
With advanced HomePlug AV technology, TL-PA211 provides you stable, high-speed data transfer rate up to 200Mbps on a line length up to 300 meters. Together with the built-in Qos and powerful AES encryption, TL-PA211 is such a good choice for a whole home solution to connect all network compatible devices--from computers and game consoles to set-top boxes for IPTV to printers and NAS hard drives--and supplies them with broadband Internet.
The PLC connection is transmitting the data through the electric wire between two outlets, so it at least requires two PLC adapters plugged into the outlet to transform the data streaming. With twin pack design, the starter kit ensures to establish a Powerline network for the first time.
Power Saving Up to 65%
The TL-PA211, a new-generation Powerline Adapter, with its logical practical product designs and sophisticated Power-Saving Mode, it now consumes less power when compared with existing Powerline Adapters. When there is no data transmission or reception occurs over a certain period of time, it will automatically switch from its regular Working Mode to Power-Saving Mode that will reduce the energy consumption by up to 65%*.
*Actual data will vary because of the network conditions and environment factors.
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Amazon have price matched the single adapter - £16.99
Direct Link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-Link-TL-PA211-200Mbps-Powerline-Ethernet/dp/B004QMBOV2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1318425987&sr=8-2
Edit: Amazon now sold out
BUT- you can set up any number of 85's (2+) and any number of 200's (2+) on the same mains ring - creating 2 separate networks where the 85's "see" the 85" and the 200's "see" the other 200's - but different speed plugs wont "see" each other on the same mains ring (or network)
I wonder if someone could answer a couple of queries I have on this subject?
1. I currently have a pair of Extra Value 200Mbps adaptors, has anyone actually got experience of running mixed brands of these. I have heard people say it should be possible but no conformations.
2. I have 4 components (TV, wii, media player & Blu ray) around the TV that I would like to link up to my router in another room (powerline adaptor already connected) . I would only utilise 1 connection at a time. Would the best approach be to get a single powerline adaptor and attach that to a separate 4/5 way router or is there an alternative.
I don't know a lot of about mixing homeplugs but I do know that all aren't comaptible with each other as different manufacturers use different specifications. There's currently no industry standard like there is for wifi devices.
From what I have read most of the 200mbps adapters should be compatable but the BT/Comtrend adapters are not
Thanks op!
Great price - cheapest they've been for a while if you're buying 2 or more.
I have a couple at home and they have been great, so getting a couple more.
Heat Added :smile:
Item 180737088066 - Price: £18.60 delivered!
N.B. Can only buy one
I'm using 3 now to connect my router to 2 PS3's and a PC and get 180+ mbps.
So in an attempt to resolve this I'm going to connect my two routers together and have 2 separate access points at each end of the house.
Singles will need pairing.
I'm currently using the Extra Value adaptors but note they are big units and take up 2 sockets. Hopefully these are slimmer, for a bit more you can also purchase pass through sockets so you don't lose one.
Like it has already been mentioned, these might not arrive due to zero feedback and newly registered seller. Paypal should cover it.
Just what I need to stream HD video from my NAS to my TV.
http://www.thinkcomputers.org/tp-link-av200-powerline-adapter-starter-kit-review/
Different brand though. Not sure if you were asking about this particular brand or powerline adapters in general.
Was ideally asking about these particular plugs but also interested to know about anyone who has powerlines that are 200mbps also
I have the problem that wireless N simply cannot transmit 1080p Hd content directly from my server in the average house even with the best kit.
This seems the solution to connect a HTPC to the server without trailing cat6 cable.
Problem is they're not gigabit so surely 100Mbps is the highest transfer speed - Ok suitable for the task but the newer 500Mbps are they going to be faster and be therefore more future proof for streaming Higher quality HD content
Voted hot
Thanks OP, ordered 2. I've got Comtrend ones at the moment and they don't give me my full connection since I upgraded to 30MB Virgin and they're massive so think it's time to try some new ones out!
P.S. Like most powerline adapters these are only 200Mbps between the units, once it gets to your actual device it can't go over 100Mbps as they only have 100Mbps Ethernet ports on them, and most people will only use Cat5e cable that is rated up to 100Mbps too.
Heat added - 3 bought
Looks like some of us (including myself) have just got scammed :smiley:
Link to the seller - We will see how easy it is to claim money back :wink:
If something is too good to be true, it usually is!
It says I have to wait 7 days before I can open a case, I paid by Paypal hope I don't lose my money. Not had any experience of claiming money back from them.
Blu-ray raw data tops out at ~53.95 Mbps, so unless the signal and/or hardware is rediculously poor, an 802.11n connection should've had no problem streaming it smoothly. I've managed it on an 802.11n and 802.11g connection before. Granted, on the latter I had to stop everything else on the PC to ensure it was stutter free.
200Mbps plugs will allow ~3 people to stream blu-ray quality data at the same time, with allowances for others to still transfer data over the network if required.
I've been using these powerline plugs for months now, and not had one single problem. I get an average throughput of ~190Mbps. The massive plus of these over the others on the market is, they don't get overly hot, thanks to their power-saving mode. Even the ones that are on constantly for weeks at a time don't get hot to the touch, which is always reassuring for longevity.
To confirm, the TP-Link TL-PA211Kit (Set of two plugs) does indeed come with two ethernet cables in the box, although they're only short.
EDiT
Pairing Instructions
Plug two into sockets next to eachother and turn them on.
Press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 1 for ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 2 for ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Once the two plugs have paired, the powerline LED (symbol that looks like an arrow) should light up solidly, as well as the power symbol.
To join a third plug to the network, plug the third plug into a socket near the other two.
Simply press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 3 for ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Press and hold the pairing button on the bottom of plug 2 ~6 seconds, then release - The power symbol should begin flashing.
Once the third plug has paired with the other two, the the powerline LED (symbol that looks like an arrow) should light up solidly, as well as the power symbol.
Repeat for plug 4,5,6 etc. Once the plugs are paired, you can move them to whatever socket you wish.
To remove one, or more of the plugs from the network. Whilst the plug is turned on, press and hold the pairing button until the power light goes out momentarily (~10 seconds) and release.
- TP-Link TL-PA211 User Manual (PDF)
- Latest version of WinPcap (Required to install the Powerline Utility)
- Download the Powerline Utility
*Allows you to rename the plugs
*Check throughput speeds
*Add the passwords for each plug, which then allows you to set all of the plugs to a private network name of your choosing. Just incase your neighbours are using the same plugs too, wouldn't want them accessing your network now would you? :stuck_out_tongue:
*Change the QoS settings
Been 5 days and I haven't had my purchase track... still was only worth 40p
I currently have my computer hard wired to my via RJ45 cable - if I added one of these powerline adapters to my router and the other one to my media player would I be able to access the files stored on my hard drive??
One like this?
http://www.google.co.uk/products/catalog?hl=en&sugexp=kjrmc&cp=11&gs_id=6&xhr=t&q=network+switch&nord=1&gs_upl=&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.,cf.osb&biw=1366&bih=647&ion=1&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=3717454984502155698&sa=X&ei=gBGWTvLYLcm78gOenLzxBg&sqi=2&ved=0CJQBEPICMAM
i have a dell laser printer that can run on either USB or ethernet cable.
I keep the printer in my room, but if I am downstairs and want to print stuff I msut come up, plug in the printer to laptop and print.
If i bought one of these, would it mean I could plug my printer directly into it via ethernet cable and then anything I print anywhere in the house will be recieved and print of its own accord ??
The big advantage of a network connection is if you are using computers using windows, you do NOT have to turn on file sharing on the computers that you want to print to it.
Also, of course, any computers connected wirelessly to the network will be able to print to it.
If you placed your order directly with us on 7dayshop, we will not charge you for these items until they are dispatched.
However, if you placed your order with us through Amazon or eBay then, you will have been charged.
If the item you purchased is a preorder item with a release date sometime in the future, please note that it will be sent as soon as the stock arrives with us.
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i forgot to add i already have a wireless network net up around my home and laptop always paired with it.
would I still need the two?
On a side note why order something from eBay which is obviousy a scam to save 16 quid ? It's like you are being ripped off for the sake of it. Personally I don't think paypal should compensate people when they buy something which is so obviously not legit.
Looking at a flat yesterday and the internet only works in one telephone socket, plugging the router/phone into another socket with the filter doesnt work, so i cant reach the router from where the pc will be.
I have a laptop and a pc but the pc is not wireless enabled, i have a alfa networks dongle and the router will only be a short distance away on the same floor, im tempted to just leave it at wireless but i must have reliability, i will be using the pc for betting/trading so really need the connection to be reliable.
The cable would have to go under the carpet as their is a small child living there.
It has a few issues which i need to look into, just dont think its as secure as it could be as yet.
Got WPA2 on it with long key, plus ethernet and wireless MAC Filtering but not sure about the hardware firewall part of it.
Alfa networks stuff is used be alot of hackers/network pen testers, got excellent range, detachable attenanas etc, so ive got a panel and a 5dBi omni directional ariel for it. Can pick up 50 AP's when its on the window ledge.
I say its a 'dongle' but its a usb wire going into the device which has a detachable ariel.
They work fine will the 200mbps zyxel ones I am replacing plus a generic cheapo 200mbps plug from ebuyer.
I am getting rid of the zyxel ones as pointed out they burn out pretty quickly and are becomming unreliable.
The Zyxel ones I have replaced were only giving 70mbps - 90mbps respectively and were meant to be 200 mbps plugs....A couple of them were a few years old and the other 2 were malfunctioning and would drop off after an hour or so use.
So these seem to be a big iimprovement. They are also much smaller than the other plugs and have the power saving functionality that has been discussed so should hopefully last longer.
They also have good compatability with other homeplug standard 200mbps plugs.
But I'm curious as to why you can't make these adapters work. The usual reason is that your house in on seperate phases of the electrical suppy, but this is usually in a very big house. (They won't work between phases)
Great if you don't need it within a fortnight.
Ordered first day deal came on, first time ordering, used free del, not dispatched.
Anyone know how long it'll take?
Turned out to be a pleasant surprise, all arrived today so not bad at all taking into account the weekend.
"This listing (180737088066) has been removed, or this item is not available."
Who'd have thought it.
Put both boxes side by side on a gang plug. Held button in for 6 seconds on box A. Then to box B held in for 7 seconds. Moved one box downstairs and connected to xbox with the ethernet cable. Connected upstairs box to the router.
Because I didn't know how to make it a private network I renamed the network "oneuponedown" and chose "set all devices" only to get a message "some devices could not be added to the network". The message before submitting "set all devices" says something about having changed passwords but I've not changed any passwords.
The xbox downstairs cannot connect to the internet.
Both boxes show the same lights...power on
ethernet port is linked (don't know what to)
but the middle light 'powerline led' is out, which means its not connected to the powerline network whatever that is.
on the main tab unsurprisingly I get some techno BS where it says something is connected to a homeplug device but at the same time it says "0 Powerline devices detected".
Diagnostics say this (they are connected)
Diagnostics Report: Wed Nov 02 19:17:09 2011
Utility Released: August 01, 2010
Copyright (C) 2010 TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
Host Computer Information:
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On NIC #1 MAC = 00:21:6B:8E:1B:A2
No HomePlug Device Connected
On NIC #2 MAC = 02:00:54:55:4E:01
No HomePlug Device Connected
On NIC #3 MAC = 00:1E:33:87:99:15
HomePlug Device #1 MAC = B0:48:7A:BA:9F:50
Network password: oneuponedown
Vendor: TP-LINK
Firmware: INT6400-MAC-4-1-4102-00-3679-20090724-FINAL-C
Reads: 0 (0 KB), Writes: 0 (0 KB)
Drops = 0, Fails = 0, Highest = 0.00 Mbps. Lowest = 0.00 Mbps
Computer network name: BRIT-PC
User name: blackscreenescapee
Microprocessor: 586
OS Platform: Windows Vista V6.0, Build 6002
TL-PA211 Powerline Utility V1.0, Build 100801
Library: wpcap.lib
Remote Powerline Devices:
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Name MAC Password Rate Network Last Seen Vendor Firmware Sent Misses Drops Fails High Rate Low Rate
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Device 2 B0:48:7A:BA:9A:17 --- not entered --- ? Unknown Networkname Nov 02 06:46PM TP-LINK INT6400-MAC-4-1-4102-00-3679-20090724-FINAL-C 15 0 0 0 147.00 147.00
Soo I don't know why they are connected/not connected detected/ not detected.
But they aren't working.
Really nothing.
The 'Powerline LED' indicates if the two plugs are paired on the same network, so from what you're saying they didn't pair successfully. They need to be on the same network in order to communicate, and so that the plug(s) that are not connected to the router have a path to the internet via the one connected to the router (Effectively one long ethernet cable made up of your internal wiring. If they're not paired, it's the same as someone cutting an ethernet cable in half, there's no connection to the end point)
When you're pairing the plugs:
1. Press and hold the pair button on the first plug for 6-8 seconds (Don't hold for longer otherwise you'll end up resetting the plug, which effectively won't do anything. Normally it would be used to unpair a paired plug from a powerline network) and release, the 'Power LED' should begin flashing on and off.
2. Next, press and hold the pair button on the second plug for 6-8 seconds and release, the 'Power LED' should begin flashing on that plug also.
3. The two plugs are now searching for eachother, as soon as they find eachother the 'Power LED' and the 'Powerline LED' will flash on and off momentarily then become solid. This means the two plugs are now paired on the same 'public' powerline network and recognise eachother (You've just created your long ethernet cable which you can move all over the house)
The 'Ethernet LED' will be on if you've connected an ethernet cable to the plug, regardless of whether it's paired with other plugs. It will flash on and off when data is being sent.
The table below (Put together from the manual) shows what the LED states mean:
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Before you can set the plugs to a private network, you first need to pair the plugs onto the same 'public' powerline network. Then you need to enter the password for each plug on the "Main" tab of the utility program. The passwords are written on the underside of each plug, and they're individual to that plug.
So the steps to set follow are:
1. Write down the passwords for each plug.
2. Successfully pair all of the plugs together onto the same 'public' powerline network.
3. Connect a PC with the utility program and wincap installed to one of the plugs, and make sure the rest of the plugs are plugged in and turned on.
4. Open up the utility program, wait for the autoscan feature to detect the plugs (Note: It won't detect the plug you're using to connect with, see my edit below)
5. Left click once on one of the plugs when it appears in the window at the bottom.
6. Click the "Enter Password" button, and enter the password including the hyphens (It's case sensitive too)
7. Repeat steps 3 & 4 for the other plug(s)
8. Go to the "Privacy" tab.
9. Enter a name of your choice in the "Private Network Name" box.
10. Click the "Set All Devices" button.
EDiT
Another thing you'll need to do is, when setting the passwords for both plugs, the utility doesn't show the plug you're using to connect to the network in the bottom window, so you can't set the password on that plug. An easy solution is to set the password on the other plug that is showing in the bottom window, then plug in the one you've just set the password on and connect your PC to that, plug in the other plug which you were just using to connect, and then that one should show up in the bottom window of the utility so that you can enter the password for it.
Bottom line is I think they are working.
Previously when i paired them I then put one downstairs connected to the xbox and the one upstairs I connected to the router. I still don't think it made it clear in the instructions about this, but I have followed your instructions, to connect one to the pc and then put in the password for the non-directly connected unit and then swap them over and put in the password again for the unit that had been directly connected. The utility seemed to accept everything without flagging any problem.
Why I say I 'think' they are working. I could connect the xbox to xbox live (thats an online thing) but got some error messages (still looking into them) in the connection status screen. I also swapped the xbox for a humax set top box with humax portal installed (thats an online thing too - youtube & bbc iplayer) but I couldn't get the portal to come on I went through a few menus and applied settings in the internet connection menu but no joy. When I put the Humax back in my room it wouldn't come on their either anymore. Crap.
I swapped the xbox for a laptop and did a speed test. I got a longer ping 125 (vs direct wired to router @ 85) but the UL and DL speeds were ok and similar.
I will post this now because I came on Hotuk deals to see if you had replied a few hours ago now and have been messing about with tp-links and the xbox and humax since. I will just try to get the humax running again in my room and continue looking into the xbox error codes.
Thank you for your help. I think it was definately the the swapping over of directly attached tp-link units that made the difference.
Xbox also Ok I think. Read all kinds of ideas. Turned off router etc made no difference. I fell back to putting the xbox direct into router and got the same error codes. So whether they are indeed errors or not they don't seem to be caused by the TP-Links.
So all in all everything seems to be working.
Thanks again ClubLife. :smiley:
Regarding the errors on the Xbox, have you forwarded the ports in your router for the games you play etc? I know from personal experience how much of an improvement it makes in gameplay/connection to servers/voice chat when forwarding the ports required for each game/Playstation Network on the PS3. Even with UPNP switched on, some routers just plain fail at doing it automatically.
If not, a great place to start is www.portforward.com. Also searching the game publishers FAQ for the required ports is a good one too.
I don't actually play online. I was playing a lot of Gears of War 3 and Epic sometimes introduce a new variable if you are connected to Xbox live - even on a free account (silver) and even if you are playing alone. The last one was pumpkin heads on characters but before that it was changing weapons on maps. I do look at Xbox streaming videos and DL demos. While things seem ok for this use I'll leave the router settings alone - my mood dips just thinking about it.
Ahh btw on the QoS Simple Mapping am i right in guessing 'online gaming' biases the throughput for speed but not quantity and 'Audio/Video' biases the throughput for quantity and not speed?
Selecting 'Online Gaming' tags each piece of data related to online gaming arriving onto your home network with a 'Fastpass ticket' if you like (Similar to systems used for queue jumping at theme parks), meaning it gets a higher priority than data related to 'Audio/Video' & 'VOIP', so it'll arrive at its end point quicker than the other two. Gamers prefer lower ping times (time it takes for data to travel back and forth between two points, also known as latency) so that if they're playing an online shooter, they see the enemy that millisecond quicker, and can get the first shot in (Although hardware plays a part in this also, but that's irrelevant here :stuck_out_tongue:)
Lag is related to high ping times/latency, which can effect gaming, audio/video & VOIP data. A recent example being the newest battlefield game. The voice communications are extremely choppy, resulting in people not being able to communicate properly, ruining their gaming experience e.g.
Player says: "You only hear bits of what I say"
Team mates hear: "Yo..on...y...hea...r...bits...of...wh..t...I....sa..y"
If you stream a lot of video/audio to that particular computer/device in your house, you'd select 'Audio/Video' on the homeplug connected to the computer/server storing the audio/video, and the homeplug that's connected to the device you'll be streaming the data to e.g. WD TV Live, so that your movie/music doesn't stutter/skip when the network is being used heavily by other users.
LOL I'm sure this will be my last question! :smirk:
Does anyone know were I can download the firmware for these plugs (TL-PA201) ?. These;-
http://www.tplink.com/resources/software/201042010364915.pdf
The firmware is ;-
INT6400-MAC-4-1-4102-00-3679-20090724-FINAL-C
these are the powerlines;-
http://www.tplink.com/resources/software/201042010364915.pdf
any help would be greatly appreciated as TP link dont have the firmware anymore , hard to believe they dont have an archive