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Sling SlingLink Turbo – Bridge + 4-port switch – Ethernet, HomePlug 1.0 external
- Simply plugs into an outlet near your media devices, connecting your Slingbox and up to three more devices.
- Delivers high-speed Internet to your devices through existing electrical wiring from anywhere in the house.
- HomePlug 1.0 Turbo compatible
Product Description
If you're like most people, you don't have an Ethernet jack right next to your television - or a hot tub in the living room for that matter. And while having both would be splendid, the SlingLink can at least resolve one of those dilemmas.The SlingLink TURBO brings network connectivity to any electrical wall outlet, making it ideal for the modern living room. With four switched ports, it connects your Slingbox, game console, DVR, computer or anything with an Etherne... More >>
Sling SlingLink Turbo - Bridge + 4-port switch - Ethernet, HomePlug 1.0 external
November 6th, 2009 - 18:27
The Slingbox and SlingLink Turbo really work well to allow me to watch my TV from anywhere. I needed a wireless connection from the TV to the modem in another room and the bridge makes that possible. It is not the easiest set up I have ever done, but the people who answered the phone at Sling were very polite. It took three calls to find someone who could answer my questions in a way I could understand.
My only complaint now is that the virtual remote for TIVO is not fully functional. There are two buttons (TV Input and DVD) that do not work. When I asked the Sling personnel about it (two calls), their response was ‘I guess that does not work.’ I asked if it might be fixed in the future or if my call information would be forwarded to someone. The response I got was close to a ‘You’ve got to be kidding.’
I do think the product is well worth the price if, like me, you have cable in only one room of your house and would like to watch TV in the other rooms.
Rating: 4 / 5