Optional Networking Connections; Using Wall Plug Bridges - Sling Media Slingbox User Manual

Optional Networking Connections

If your router is not within cable reach of Slingbox, you can:
• Purchase a longer Ethernet cable.
• Use wall plug bridges such as the Sling Media SlingLink, which use your existing in-home electrical outlets to connect devices to your network. These
wall plug devices—also known as HomePlug or Powerline bridges—are easy to set up and use with Slingbox, requiring no new wires. Wall plug
bridges provide better performance than wireless networking especially when using a HomePlug optimized for Slingbox like the SlingLink.
See http://www.slingmedia.com/slinglink for more information about this product.
• Use a wireless bridge to connect your Slingbox to a wireless network. See "Connecting Slingbox to a Wireless Network" on page 103.
Tip
Go to www.slingmedia.com/support for a list of recommended routers, wall
plug bridges, and wireless bridges. Make sure to follow the installation
instructions that come with the equipment you purchase.

Using Wall Plug Bridges

If you don't have an Ethernet jack near your TV, an easy
option is to use a pair of wall plug bridges, which use your
existing in-home electrical outlets to connect Slingbox to
your network. Sling Media sells a wall plug especially made
for connections to Slingbox, see http://
www.slingmedia.com/slinglink for more information. You'll
need two bridges: connect one to your Slingbox and the
other to your router, as shown.
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Slingbox connection near your TV source
Setup and Installation Assistance
Connection to your router
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