Optimizing Powerline Transmission Capacity
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17 Optimizing Powerline Transmission Capacity
With the following tips you can optimize transmission capacity in the
powerline network.
17.1 Finding the Ideal Outlet
In contrast to the cabling in computer networks, the wires for
electric power does not offer any shielding. Every branch, ev-
ery socket and every switch on the way between two stations
reduces transmission capacity.
The shorter and more direct route over the electrical wiring,
the higher the transmission capacity.
The FRITZ!Powerline software shows the transmission capaci-
ty (gross) for each FRITZ!Powerline adapter.
To find the ideal power outlet, compare the transmission ca-
pacity at various outlets.
17.2 Avoiding Multi-Outlet Strips
Multi-outlet strips have the following disadvantages:
• Because multi-outlet strips are junctions, they reduce
transmission capacity.
• Connected electrical devices can interfere with the pow-
erline signal.
• In multi-outlet strips with surge protection, the integrat-
ed filter can block the powerline signal.
Therefore please note:
Never use multi-outlet strips with surge protection in
front of a powerline adapter.
If you have to use a multi-outlet strip, insert the multi-
outlet strip in the FRITZ!Powerline socket and FRITZ!Pow-
erline in a wall outlet.
A power line filter is integrated in the FRITZ!Powerline
socket to block interference from electrical devices.
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