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Old 30-12-2014, 18:50   #5
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Re: TiVo/smart TV networking.

Unfortunately, due to the way Ethernet works, you cannot just split the cables. I would recommend checking if your TV has built in WiFi, and using that if it's available.

If you do need to use Ethernet, you need a Hub or (preferably, as they tend to be faster) a switch. You can get a low end hub for less than £10 with postage (e.g. http://www.comms-express.com/product...FQiWtAodMQEAEA). Personally, I use a combined powerline adaptor and 4 port switch, the Netgear XAV1004(http://support.netgear.com/product/xav1004). While I have found this to be reliable, and would heartily recommend it, it seems this is no longer available.

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Originally Posted by Topgun View Post
You are both correct, the TV can pick up a wireless signal, I just presumed a wired connection was likely to be more stable?
A wired connection is more reliable, but in my experience, wireless is usually reliable enough. The reason I use powerline is that there is rather a large WiFi Black spot at the back of the first floor of my house.
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