Question 1

My Verizon DSL modem/WiFi router (brand:Westell) is located in my 2nd floor of my home. The wifi signal is very weak to my basement where my TV and streaming devices are located. Will this network extender resolve my problem? Has anyone used it with a Verizon DSL modem/router and found it working fine?

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I am also with Verizon and have a Westell branded modem. I use a Netgear WNDR4500 router. The power line unit is connected on the APC on the gound floor and the receiver is on the second story off a surge protected outlet. The unit works very well as I get a direct connection to my desktop and the Kindles, Nooks, iPads, phones, etc all receive a good connection. The desktop only received about half the broadband that a pc connected via cat5e, but it is adequate for surfing and homework. If the house wiring is in good condition you should have no issues with the unit.

Question 2

Do both units have to plug into the same electrical circuit?

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No, They do not have to be on the same Circuit.  However... they do have to be on the same phase of your electrical box.  Phases usually alternate like so:  Phase1: breaker 1 & 2, Phase2: breaker 3 & 4, Phase1: breaker 5 & 6, Phase2: breaker 7 & 8, Etc...  the reason for this is there is no continuity between the phases (they are not connected to each other) therefore the signal from plug A on phase 1, will not be connected to Plug B on phase 2.

Question 3

Does this kit come with cables?

Accepted Answer

What's in the box? This product comes with everything you need to connect up to 4 Ethernet enabled devices to your network over existing AC power outlets. *1 Linksys PLE400 Powerline AV 1-Port Network Adapter *1 Linksys PLS400 Powerline AV 4-Port Network Adapter *Quick Install Guide *2 Ethernet Cables (the included Cables are only be 3 foot)

Question 4

Will it work if plugged into a powerstrip/surge protector or does it need to be plugged directly into an outlet?

Accepted Answer

Hi J. BolusIt is not recommended to put a Linksys Powerline device behind a powerstrip or surge protector. Although there have been users that were able to successfully make it work behind surge protectors, we still recommend plugging Powerline adapters directly into a power outlet. For further information about this device, follow this link: http://homesupport.cisco.com/en-us/support/powerline/PLSK400Thanks.Cisco-Linksys Supporthttp://homesupport.cisco.com

Brand	Linksys
Manufacturer	Linksys
Item Height	6.65 Inches
Item Width	9.49 Inches
Product Dimensions	8.31 x 24.1 x 16.89 cm; 250 g
Item model number	PLWK400-NP
Wireless Type	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n
Are Batteries Included	No
Manufacturer	Linksys
Item Weight	250 g

Linksys Powerline AV Wireless Network Extender (PLWK400)

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