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Hey guys,

I've got an Asus RT-N66U wireless router. I am looking for something that will let me get wireless through my home, to my TV(DLNA), PS4 and receiver. The reason I want this is that getting a concealed wire from the router to the devices is neigh impossible. Holes in the wall and cutting gaps for the wire is insufficient in this case.

The way I've thought of doing it is to get something that has LAN ports(4 or more) and has wireless connection to the router at the same time. What am I looking for? Is it possible?

Any help is appreciated!
 
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I also agree that wired is better than wireless if possible. The problem is powerline adapters are hit or miss. They may work well in one spot but not another in a house. Do you have a COAX cable in both rooms? If so you could try Ethernet over COAX. If these options will not work, and you have a good wireless signal, then consider getting a media bridge. This will receive the WiFi signal and allow you to plug in multiple devices by wire to it. A couple of examples:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CZ3Z5HI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3P06TDB3CDPD0&coliid=I207YPRXVWD5EZ&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0090DX8O8/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3P06TDB3CDPD0&coliid=I1FJ4M8YZKOS3V
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A simple solution could be a Powerline adapter coupled with an intelligent 4 port switch. The Powerline adapter would take the signal to the room where the above equipment is located, while the switch would enable you to connect multiple pieces of equipment (well, at least three, anyway!). You can also get switches with more LAN ports if necessary. There's no messy wiring to consider as it uses the existing electrical network and as it's a wired connection it should be stable, too.

I have a similar solution set up when I work away from home at my other offices. I use an internet TV along with an Xbox 360 and everything works a treat.

edit: if you don't want to use a switch then some Powerline adapters also come with wireless range extenders built in. I'd always recommend wired over wireless myself but just giving you the option!:)
 
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I also agree that wired is better than wireless if possible. The problem is powerline adapters are hit or miss. They may work well in one spot but not another in a house. Do you have a COAX cable in both rooms? If so you could try Ethernet over COAX. If these options will not work, and you have a good wireless signal, then consider getting a media bridge. This will receive the WiFi signal and allow you to plug in multiple devices by wire to it. A couple of examples:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CZ3Z5HI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3P06TDB3CDPD0&coliid=I207YPRXVWD5EZ&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0090DX8O8/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3P06TDB3CDPD0&coliid=I1FJ4M8YZKOS3V
 
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I think the only potential issue with Powerline is that they have to be on the same ring main. If they are I haven't heard of any issues at all. I have a few dotted about the house and they work fine
 
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