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Connect computers in different rooms to the Internet

If you have a computer in a different room from your Internet connection and want to connect it to the Internet, you can extend your wired network across your home's power lines using a wall-plugged network extender kit. Wall-plugged network extender kits offer an alternative to wireless networks. For more information about choosing a network type, read Choosing the type of network to install. To connect a computer in a different room in your house

1. Determine whether your computer has a network adapter, and add one if necessary. For more information, read Install a network adapter.

2. Shut down your computer by clicking Start and then clicking Turn Off Computer. Then click Turn Off.

3. In the room with your computer, plug one wall-plugged network extender kit into a wall power outlet (not a power strip or extension cord).

4. Connect a network cable to the wall-plugged network extender kit.

5. Connect the other end of the network cable to your computer.

6. In the room with your modem, router, or switch, plug one wall-plugged network extender kit into a wall power outlet (not a power strip or extension cord).

7. Connect a network cable to the wall-plugged network extender kit.

8. Connect the network cable to your modem, router, or switch.

9. Start your computer and log on to Windows. Windows automatically detects that you are connected to the Internet.

Your wired connection to the Internet is now ready, and you can browse the Web reliably and securely.