Powerline Adapter Not Working Properly

[Robert Widmer]

Ok so I have 2 powerline adapters, one beside the router and one beside my computer. The connection seems to be dropping at times even though there is no physical problem (at least I think I could be wrong). Are my Ethernet cables just that cheep? Is it something to do with the electrical wiring in the house since it's an older house? The same thing has happened with my PS4. All of a sudden the connection drops and then comes back 10 seconds later (Although most of the time to fix the problem on my computer I have to unplug an adapter and plug it back in). Right now, even though I have a connection I go to the bottom right and click on the network icon it says I have "No Internet access".

It's very irritating to just have the connection drop. Please help.

 

[bill001g]

The most common cause would be issues with the electrical wires in the house. You might get lucky and different outlets work better. You want to make sure you do not have the devices plugged into a power strip or extension cord.
Try outlets in other rooms maybe you could manage to get a ethernet cable to that room.

You might have a device that is causing it in the house. Sometimes putting that on a power strip or surge protector will filter the interference. Problem is the worst offenders tend to be things with motors in them. Vacuum cleaner being the worst but even a refrigerator or ceiling fan can cause issues.