High-speed Internet from every power outlet: Your Powerline Upgrade
No more weak WiFi signals and frustrating loading bars. The AVM FRITZ!Powerline 1260E transforms every power outlet in your home into a fast and secure Network connection. It uses the existing power line to transmit your router's internet signal over long distances with minimal loss. With HomePlug AV2 technology and 2x2 MIMO, it achieves gross data rates of up to 1,200 Mbit/s – the ideal basis for a powerful home Network.
Seamless Mesh WiFi for a complete home Network
The FRITZ!Powerline 1260E is more than just a simple adapter – it's an intelligent team player. In conjunction with a FRITZ!Box, it seamlessly integrates into your Mesh network at the touch of a button. This means for you: a single WiFi network throughout the house, which automatically provides your devices like smartphones or laptops with the strongest signal (Access Point Steering). This system from the Powerline / DLAN category ensures a stable connection without manual switching or interruptions.
Maximum Performance for Streaming, Gaming, and Home Office
Whether 4K streaming in the living room, lag-free online gaming in the youth room, or a stable connection for video conferencing in the home office – the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E delivers the necessary performance. As a powerful WiFi Access Points, it establishes a fast dual-band WiFi with up to 1,266 Mbit/s. Additionally, a Gigabit LAN port is available to connect network-enabled devices without their own WiFi directly via cable, thus ensuring stable WiFi throughout the house.
Simple, Secure, and Ready to Use
AVM makes setup as easy as possible for you. Connect the first adapter to the router, plug the second into the desired power outlet – done. The connection is protected with secure AES 128-bit encryption ex-works. Integration into the WiFi is conveniently done via WPS button press. For experts, the web interface also offers extensive configuration options. This way, you expand your Network quickly, securely, and without complicated configuration.
Strengths & Notes at a Glance
- Pro: Very high WiFi performance with Wi-Fi 5 (AC+N) for demanding applications.
- Pro: Perfect and seamless integration into an AVM FRITZ!Box Mesh network.
- Pro: Robust and fast Powerline connection thanks to 1,200 Mbit/s and 2x2 MIMO technology.
- Pro: Extremely easy commissioning and high security through encryption ex-works.
- Note: The adapter does not have an integrated power outlet, so the socket is lost.
- Note: Actual performance is highly dependent on the quality of the in-house electrical installation.
Specifications & Features
| Manufacturer: | AVM |
| Model: | FRITZ!Powerline 1260E |
| EAN: | 4023125027895 |
| Product Type: | Powerline Adapter with WiFi Access Point |
| Powerline Standard: | HomePlug AV2, IEEE P1901 |
| Powerline Data Rate (gross): | Up to 1,200 Mbit/s |
| Powerline Technology: | 2x2 MIMO (uses phase, neutral, and protective conductor) |
| Powerline Encryption: | AES 128-Bit (individually ex-works) |
| WiFi Standards: | Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi 802.11n), 802.11g/b/a |
| WiFi Frequency Bands: | Dual-Band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz simultaneously) |
| WiFi Speed (5 GHz): | Up to 866 Mbit/s (AC) |
| WiFi Speed (2.4 GHz): | Up to 400 Mbit/s (N) |
| Total WiFi Speed: | Up to 1266 Mbit/s |
| WiFi Encryption: | WPA2, WPA3 support |
| WiFi Functions: | Mesh WiFi, WPS, Guest Access, Band Steering, Access Point Steering |
| LAN Port: | 1 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbit/s, RJ45) |
| Integrated Power Outlet: | No |
| Power Supply: | 230 Volts, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption (Operation): | approx. 5.5 - 6.8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Standby): | approx. 5.8 Watts |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 67 x 132 x 32 mm (without plug) |
| Weight: | approx. 200 g |
| Configuration: | Web Browser, FRITZ!Box User Interface, FRITZ!Powerline Software |
| Supported Protocols: | IPv6 |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x AVM FRITZ!Powerline 1260E |
| 1 x Network Cable (LAN Cable) |
| 1 x Installation Guide |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E a router?
No, the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E is not a standalone Router. It is a Powerline / DLAN adapter that receives the internet signal from your existing Router via the power line and provides it as a WiFi Access Point and LAN connection to extend the range of your home Network.
Can I use the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E with Routers from other brands?
Yes, the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E can be used with any Router. However, its full range of functions, especially the seamless Mesh WiFi Routers features, is only fully realized in combination with an AVM FRITZ!Box.
Why don't I achieve the advertised 1,200 Mbit/s?
The 1,200 Mbit/s is a theoretical gross value under laboratory conditions. The actually usable net data rate is always lower and strongly depends on the distance, the quality of your power lines, and potential electrical interference sources in the house. Values of 100-400 Mbit/s are realistic in practice.
Does the adapter block the power outlet?
Yes, the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E model does not have an integrated power outlet and thus blocks the socket. However, the 'FRITZ!Powerline 1260E WiFi Routers Set' often includes the FRITZ!Powerline 1220E adapter for connecting to the Router, which has an integrated power outlet.
What does 'Mesh WiFi Routers' mean for this device?
When the 1260E is connected to a FRITZ!Box that supports Mesh, it becomes part of a unified WiFi Routers Network. All devices use the same Network name (SSID) and the same password. Your end device automatically switches to the strongest signal without interruption.
Do I have to plug the adapter directly into the wall socket?
Yes, for optimal performance, it is strongly recommended to always plug Powerline / DLAN adapters directly into a wall socket. Operating it on a multi-socket power strip can significantly impair signal quality and thus transmission speed.
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