Powerline adaptors & Security

[The Quicken]

How secure is this tech in a condo/apartment setting? I simply plugged mine in waited for them to link up and then hit the security button on the side of each adapter.

I did not use or instal the disc/software the came with the kit.

Is the connection secure or can someone else just plug in the same brand/type of adapter and tie into my network?

[chrisk]

Its 128bit encryption if I recall correctly. If the security worked then they would have to break the encryption at that level, using a powerline device compatible with your unit.

If the encryption is enabled, I would be comfortable with it in a condo.

[Arinoth]

I was also under the impression they work within their own fuse boxes only but I've never used them to test this claim

[belgolas]

I can confirm this but yes they only work in the same breaker box. So even without protection someone would have to plug into one of your adapters directly. I think the encryption stuff only really needs to be used for stuff like some town houses that share a breaker box or business, etc. Don't think it is really needed for a house but a condo you may as well have it turned on.

[The Quicken]

Originally Posted by belgolas

I can confirm this but yes they only work in the same breaker box..

I hadn't thought of this, which makes perfect sense, thankyou.

[The Quicken]

Originally Posted by Arinoth

I was also under the impression they work within their own fuse boxes only but I've never used them to test this claim

I'm comfortable with the fuse box explanation, but would be interested in seeing a test too though.

[supaflyx3]

Someone posted a very similar thread about a month ago, but as stated above it's completely safe in a condo.