Your Home Network Without Limits
Say goodbye to dead zones and slow connections! The AVM FRITZ! Powerline 1260 is your solution to bring internet over the power outlet into every room. Whether in the attic, basement, or garden shed – as long as there's a power outlet, you'll enjoy reliable WiFi and a stable Network connection. This WiFi Powerline Adapter transforms your power grid into a data highway that easily overcomes structural obstacles.
Lightning-Fast and Stable: Powerline Meets WiFi AC
Experience impressive speeds: With up to 1200 Mbps Powerline over the power line and lightning-fast Dual-Band WiFi AC (866 Mbps in the 5 GHz band, 400 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band), you are perfectly equipped for all bandwidth-intensive applications. Stream 4K content smoothly, play online games without lags, and transfer huge amounts of data in no time. The integrated Gigabit LAN port also provides an extremely stable wired connection for your Smart TV, PC, or gaming console.
Simple, Secure, Intelligent: Your Mesh WiFi with FRITZ!
Setting up the AVM FRITZ! Powerline 1260 is child's play: Thanks to Plug & Play Powerline Installation, the adapters are pre-configured at the factory and protected with secure 128-bit AES encryption. A single button press is enough to seamlessly integrate it into your existing FRITZ!Box Mesh WiFi. Your WiFi Access Point automatically adopts all settings from your FRITZ!Box and ensures an intelligent, continuous home Network that optimizes itself. The innovative 2x2 MIMO technology with diversity guarantees a particularly robust connection and greater range.
More Than Just an Adapter – Your Digital Helper
The FRITZ! Powerline 1260 is more than just a simple adapter. It is your reliable partner for an extended and powerful home Network. Whether for home office, entertainment, or smart home – it provides you with the necessary bandwidth and stability. Manage it conveniently via the FRITZ!Box interface and benefit from regular updates that keep your network always up-to-date. This way, your digital home always remains current and high-performing.
Strengths & Notes at a Glance
- Pro: High transmission speeds: Up to 1,200 Mbps Powerline and fast Dual-Band WiFi AC (866 Mbps in 5 GHz, 400 Mbps in 2.4 GHz) for 4K streaming and gaming.
- Pro: Easy and secure installation: Plug & Play, factory pre-configured with 128-bit AES encryption and seamless Mesh WiFi integration via WPS.
- Pro: Effective range extension: Overcomes structural barriers, transforms every power outlet into a network access point, and offers a stable Gigabit LAN port.
- Note: No integrated power outlet (Passthrough): The occupied power outlet cannot be used for other devices.
- Note: No Wi-Fi 6 (WiFi AX): Supports WiFi AC and WiFi N, but not the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard.
Specifications & Features
| Manufacturer: | AVM |
| Model: | FRITZ! Powerline 1260E |
| Product Type: | WiFi Powerline Adapter |
| EAN: | 4023125027895 |
| Powerline Standard: | HomePlug AV2 |
| Powerline Speed: | Up to 1,200 Mbps |
| WiFi Standards: | WiFi AC (IEEE 802.11ac), WiFi N (IEEE 802.11n) |
| WiFi Speed 5 GHz: | Up to 866 Mbps |
| WiFi Speed 2.4 GHz: | Up to 400 Mbps |
| WiFi Frequency Bands: | Dual-Band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) |
| LAN Ports: | 1 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| Powerline Encryption: | 128-bit AES |
| WiFi Encryption: | WPA2/WPA3 |
| Mesh WiFi: | Yes, with FRITZ!Box |
| MIMO Technology: | 2x2 MIMO with Diversity |
| Compatibility: | HomePlug AV2 and HomePlug AV compatible |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x AVM FRITZ! Powerline 1260E |
| 1 x Network Cable |
| 1 x Installation Guide |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I set up the AVM FRITZ!Powerline 1260?
Plug the FRITZ!Powerline 1260E into a wall socket and, if it's the first adapter in your network, connect it to your router via a LAN cable. For WiFi integration into a FRITZ!Box Mesh, briefly press the WPS button on your router and then the Connect button on the 1260E to synchronize the settings. The adapters are often already paired at the factory and ready for immediate use.
What speeds does the FRITZ!Powerline 1260 achieve?
The FRITZ!Powerline 1260 achieves Powerline data rates of up to 1,200 MBit/s over the power line. For WiFi, it offers up to 866 MBit/s in the 5-GHz band (WiFi AC) and up to 400 MBit/s in the 2.4-GHz band (WiFi N).
Is the FRITZ!Powerline 1260 compatible with my FRITZ!Box?
Yes, the FRITZ!Powerline 1260 is optimally tuned for FRITZ!Box routers and can be seamlessly integrated into your FRITZ!Box Mesh WiFi to create an intelligent and optimized home network.
Can I use the FRITZ!Powerline 1260 without a FRITZ!Box?
Yes, the FRITZ!Powerline 1260 can also be used with other WiFi Routers that support the IEEE 802.11a/g/n/ac WiFi standards. However, the extended Mesh functions and central management are then limited to the AVM ecosystem.
What encryption does the FRITZ!Powerline 1260 use for data transmission?
The FRITZ!Powerline 1260 uses secure 128-bit AES encryption for data transmission over the power line. For your WiFi, WPA2/WPA3 is supported, with the Powerline connection already securely encrypted ex works.
What is the difference between FRITZ!Powerline 1260E and FRITZ!Powerline 1220E in a set?
In a typical set, the FRITZ!Powerline 1220E acts as the master adapter, feeding the internet signal from your router into the power grid. It offers two Gigabit LAN ports and an integrated socket. The FRITZ!Powerline 1260E is the WiFi adapter that provides the WiFi signal and has one Gigabit LAN port, but no integrated socket.
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