It can limit the features of your printer. It only works with Windows-based computers. It uses large wall devices to access an electrical outlet. It can only use 110-V standard lines. It requires that all data be encrypted for a secure network.
Older wiring can affect performance.
Intellon New power-line networking products are based on Intellon's PowerPacket technology. It does not limit the features of your printer. It may have the necessary circuitry embedded within the device, necessitating only a standard power cord to access an outlet. It works independent of line voltage and frequency of current. It includes encryption.