Why can't apple TV "see" my PC that's connected to the router using a Powerline connection

OK. Apple TV can see my partners lap Top that's connected to our router wirelessly. Logs onto iTunes and will play his content.
BUT... Apple TV can't see my PC that connects to the same Router via a Powerline link to the router. Surly it should see it as if the PC was connected using an Ethernet cable>

Yes, it should, I use just that kind of setup.
Could be a router configurtion issue.
How is AppleTV connecting wired or wireless? Some routers can isolate wired LAN from wireless Lan which you wouldn't want.

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