Powerline Network Adapters

Actiontec MegaPlug A/V 200 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter Kit (White)

2009-09-13T02:31:00.001-07:00

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The Actiontec 200 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter Kit uses your electrical lines to create a 200 Mbps network throughout your home or small office. Perfect for high-bandwidth applications like HDTV and audio streaming, you can gain access to your high-speed internet, computers and home theater devices without cabling or wireless headaches. This is the perfect solution to connect any device with an ethernet port, including, DVRs, Blu-Ray players, HDTV, computers, printers, Xbox360, Playstation 3 and Wii. The easy to set-up adapters include WPS (pushbutton security) and can expand to include multiple adapters around the home or small office. What's Included - 2 MegaPlug A/V 200 Mbps Powerline Ethernet Adapters; Quick Start Guide; Two Ethernet Cables Minimum System Requirements - Microsoft Windows 2000, XP or Vista; Mac; Linux. TCP/IP Network Protocol Installed. Works with any Ethernet enabled device Manufacturer's 1 year parts and labor warranty
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- Perfect for high-bandwidth applications like HD Video and audio streaming
- Compatible with any high-speed service provider or equipment
- More secure than wireless! 128-bit AES pushbutton security
- Very easy to install. Simply plug in
- Uses HomePlug AV standard
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"Great for the gamer in your family!" 2009-08-27
By Jean Yates (United States)
We just(and not a moment too soon!) got our playstation three and this Mega Plug AV 200 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter kit works beautifully with it! It has a number of valuable reasons to try it out, such as security aspects (the company claims it is more secure than wireless networks) and the fact that it supports HomePlug speeds up to 200 Mbps. Not bad for a rather small piece of easy to install equipment. It is also compatible with other Homeplug AV enabled devices, so if you are interested, I suggest you check it out. Don't worry, it claims it is compatible with all routers and gateways.

It just might be the extra piece of equipment you have been waiting for without even realizing it. Actiontec was previously used by the US government for classified top secret documents. How many adapter kits can breezily mention that on the back of their packages? Try it! We love ours!

"A Great Device for those who know what the heck they're doing" 2009-08-24
By Get What We Give (Georgia)
I'm a complete luddite when it comes to technology. I never was able to program the clock on my VCR. With this device, while simplistic, I called upon a thirteen year old neighbor's kid and had him install it and tell me what I could do with it.

It works very well allowing me a bit faster times on my wireless and in-house network.

I don't know that I use it to its fullest capability, but the young neighbor kid has assured me that if I will just give it a chance, he'll help me move out of the 1980's and into the 2000's....

"Works reliably with some caveats" 2009-08-20
By jpr (CO, USA)
Powerline networking can be a great solution if you use it for the right reasons. Obviously a CAT5/CAT6 wired network is going to be the best and most reliable way to connect up your equipment, but sometimes that's not practical. Wireless is great for laptops and such, but is subject to interference (at least one of my computers would drop connection for a bit any time someone used the microwave oven) and throughput can drop sharply as you get get farther from the wireless access point.

Right now, I've got two sets of Powerline network adapters running in addition to my wireless access point. I use them to bridge the upstairs and downstairs networks, and to connect a printer that isn't located near the wireless. Two are these Actiontec adapters and the other two are Netgear 200Mbps adapters. I've found the Actiontec units to work just as well as the Netgear, even with encryption turned on. I've been meaning to go through the extra effort to try to get the Actiontec to actually communicate with the Netgear but so far haven't succeeded in doing so. I'll update this review if I do. In the meantime, they're running in parallel with different devices using each, but still on the "same" network.

Once caveat with powerline networking is that most houses have at least two phases coming into them, with approximately half of the outlets on each one. Depending how your wiring is done, it's often possible to find two outlets that simply cannot communicate with each other. I haven't had any problems with these, however, I already have a phase coupler installed because I use X10 devices and wanted those signals to traverse both phases. That might be why it's working well with a variety of outlets, or I might just be lucky but overall throughput has been much higher than my wireless G network and they've been 100% reliable; never dropping the connection once so far.

Since these have worked well, I'm considering putting a file server in the basement and using another of these adapters to link it to the network. I wouldn't want a file server to have only a wireless connection and would prefer to avoid the hassle and expense of fishing CAT5 all the way to the basement (or the ugliness of stringing it across the ceiling or running along the baseboards) so I think these are my best solution for that purpose.

"Shock, awe...This kit actually works! Costly, though..." 2009-08-20
By David Pearlman (Arlington, MA United States)
Years ago, I purchased one of the first through-power-line Ethernet kits on the market. At the time, the claimed throughput was low (say, 10mbps), and the actual throughput was ridiculously slow. Not to mention the fact that the connection seemed to hang inexplicably with great frequency. In a word: Not ready for primetime, not ready for anything, really...

Fast forward nearly a decade. By now, wireless Ethernet routers are cheap and easy to use and just about everyone has one.

Into this environment, Actiontec has dumped their new MegaPlug "200 Mbps" powerline network kit.

Your first question, and it's a good one, is: "What's the point?" And for many people the answer will be "none, really, in your situation."

BUT there are two sets of people for whom something like this--if it works--is a godsend.

First off, there are those who simply cannot set up something like a wireless router. It's not hard, but there are still a lot of complete tech phobes out there. Think: your Grandparents, or maybe even your parents. Sure, you could go over and set things up for them. But then what happens the first time the router goes down and needs to be rebooted or whatever? Panic calls at midnight are not most people's idea of bonus time.

The second set of people who could use something like this, if it works, are those with wireless dead spots in their homes. There are a lot of people like this, actually. No matter where you set up the wireless transmitter, some places just get no signal, or a very lousy one. Now, you can--if you are technically inclined--set up a wireless repeater to address issue. But it's a bit tricky for most people who don't relish spending their Friday night shopping the halls of Frys, Microcenter or BestBuy. This kit offers a simple alternative to a wireless repeater.

OK, enough on who might want this. On to the more significant question: Does it actually work, and how easy is it, really, to set up.

I'll answer the second question first. It is ridiculously, stupidly, unbelievably easy to set this up. Plug one unit in one wall outlet. Run ethernet cable from unit to your router. Plug second unit into another wall outlet anywhere else in your house. Run either cable from unit to the device you want to talk to router. And you are done. Even if you have trouble figuring out how to open the door of a refrigerator, it can't take you more than 5 minutes to set up.

And how does it work? SHOCKINGLY well. In a three story home with about 20 separate circuits (lines on their own circuit breakers), I was unable to find two outlets that could not communicate with each other at a reasonable speed, and without any disruptions. You aren't going to see 200Mbps in the real world, but I saw between 24Mbps and 34Mbps, depending on where I placed the two outlet plugs. Before you sneer, this compares to a normal transfer rate of about 18Mbps for a GOOD wireless G connection. In other words, the Actiontec kit gave transfer rates that were between 33% and 90% FASTER than wireless G!

I can recommend this unconditionally to those who need an alternative to standard wireless with one caveat (and it's a big one): This kit is quite pricey. It runs over a hundred bucks at the time of this writing, as compared to a good quality wireless G router, which can be purchased for as little as $30. In addition, this kit is good for connecting only one location to another single location, whereas wireless is...everywhere.

But if you can get past the price, this kit is terrific.

"Great!" 2009-08-12
By GLENN LEVY (Chicago)
This product works most of the time. It's a great way to extend your network if you need a hook up with out hassles of wireless. It does come with a few problems, if your outlets are on different breakers the signal is not as strong or does not come through at all. I still like it. It suits my needs. Its simple to hook up and use. Great for apts. Where you do not have seperate breakers for outlets. Nice way to extend a internet connection between two people without wireless.

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

2009-09-12T23:26:00.001-07:00

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The Powerline AV Network Adapter lets you easily create a high-speed, HD video capable network, using the existing electrical outlets in your home. Now you don't have to drill holes in walls and climb through the attic or cellar to install network cables -- just use the wires that already run through the building. The Powerline AV Adapter connects computers or any other wired Ethernet device, using the HomePlug AV network standard. Adding a device to the network is as simple as plugging the Powerline AV Adapter into an electrical outlet, and connecting your Ethernet-equipped device using the included network cable. Additional devices can be connected to the same network using additional Powerline AV Adapters plugged into an electrical outlet anywhere in the house.
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- Use your existing powerlines to network your computers and other devices
- Share standard or HD video, files, printers, storage, and networked games throughout your home connect it to a router.
- Easily add more devices to your network by plugging additional adapters into electrical outlets
- HomePlug AV technology for data rates up to 200Mbps
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"Impressive system, surprised it is not well known" 2009-07-14
By C. Potvin (Chicago, IL)
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Linksys PLK300 PowerLine AV Ethernet Adapter Kit

Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

We live in an appartment complex with 520 units at the 7th floor. We tried to setup our wireless network without a lot of success. Connection keep cutting off, and our 30 mbits/s connection was going to waste.

So, we decided to try the powerline system from Linksys. we are using a PLK300 kit, a PLS300 (4-Port Network) and a PLE300 (Network adaptor). We got one of the 4 ports by the tv, to which is linked a Xbox360, PS3, Roku and the samsung TV. We are using a 4 ports by one computer and a printer. 1 one port is by another computer, and the last 1 one port is wired to our the wireless router (which is wired connected also to a Wii, a PS3 and a Roku). We are still using the 2 laptops and the 2 iphone wirelessly. Needless to say, we heavily use our internet connection.

I must say I am totally impressed by the powerline system. We tried first with just 2 adaptors and it was real easy to setup. Plug and Play basically. When we got up to 4 adaptors and putting security on took a little time to figure out, but once you understand, goes pretty well. I get from one of the computer the full 30 mbits download speed and 10-15 upload speed.

In a month, we have had no issue so far. No need to reset or anything.

With this experience, for "wired" network, I think powerline is the way to go. Wireless is still great for laptop and smartphone, but for gaming computer, it just does not cut it the way the powerline system does. Especially when they are a lot of interference

"Linksys Powerline = teh win" 2009-06-08
By C. Sprague
So far it has been awesome and has worked wonders to network my house. Much easier than running ethernet everywhere... and really fast.

"LInksys PLE 300" 2009-06-02
By mojave45 (Salinas, Ca)
The product works as advertised, easy to setup, easy to use. I was just very disappointed because I was buying it as an extender for the 200mbps Linksys 300 set I had purchased. The extension adapter in the set had four ethernet ports on the adapter. This only has one.

"Completely Satisfied!" 2009-04-23
By P. Kensler (United States)
We've struggled getting wireless to work in our home - a 2-story with the router upstairs and a second computer downstairs. We tried different vendors in both G and N but all had limited / sporadic connectivity (must be some undiagnosed interference).

The Powerline kit is hands down the easiest thing I've ever set up. In fact, it was so easy I thought I must have been doing something wrong. Plug it into your router, and plug it into the wall. That's it - your network is connected to your electric circuits. There are no software drivers, no utilities, no setup programs. Being a long-time experienced PC user, this was alarming at first, but given how well it works, I'm not going to look a gift-horse in the mouth!

I understand that performance will depend on your particular wiring, and that performance is better when both adapters are on the same circuit. However, running a network performance test, I am consistently getting 22-26 Mbps across different circuits which is more than adequate for our needs.

I already had a 2-adapter Powerline kit running, and was so happy with it that I bought this item as a third adapter, so we could hook up our DVR and Wii in the living room.

I wish I hadn't spent so much time, money and effort trying to get wireless to work - this device is fantastic.

"Run away" 2008-12-18
By marcuslf (Colorado Springs, CO United States)
Unless you want to be trapped, don't by this. Despite the "Powerline AV" moniker, it isn't compatible with any other Powerline AV devices. It uses a custom connection method, and there is no way to make it connect to other devices. Even other Linksys Powerline AV products. Yup, that's right...it's won't even work with other Linksys models! It took me an hour with tech support before they admitted this. So, if you ever want to add to your network in the future, too bad. If you want to use it with other Powerline AV devices, like me - too bad!

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

2009-09-12T21:23:00.001-07:00

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The Powerline AV 4-port Network Adapter lets you easily create a network using the existing electrical outlets in your home. Now you don't have to drill holes in walls and climb through the attic or cellar to install network cables -- just use the wires that already run through the building. The Powerline AV 4-port Network Adapter connects computers, or any other wired Ethernet device, using the HomePlug AV network standard. Adding devices to the network is as simple as plugging the Powerline AV 4-port Adapter into an electrical outlet, and connecting up to four Ethernet-equipped devices to the built-in Ethernet ports. Additional devices can be connected to the same network using additional Powerline AV Adapters plugged into an electrical outlet anywhere in the house.
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- Use your existing powerlines to network your computers and other devices
- Share files, printers, storage, and networked games throughout your home ¿ connect it to a router to share your Cable or DSL Internet connection
- Built-in 4-port Ethernet switch
- HomePlug AV technology for data rates up to 200Mbps
- 128-bit encryption helps keep your data secure
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"Great Product!" 2009-08-24
By James Carter (Boise, ID)
Great product! Running my Roku, Blu Ray, Playstation 3, Satellite DVR and my laptop off of two of these products. This item is safer than wireless (no data flying through the air) and very easy for ANYONE to setup. Just plug into power outlet and you're done.

"Product may not work with macs and larger homes" 2009-07-18
By RD (CT USA)
I purchased this product to distribute computer itunes to "squeezebox" music players which are in several areas of my house. My wireless doesn't always work so I was told to purchase the network adapters and simply connect one to my computer and plug in the wall, connect others to the "squeeze box" music player and plug in the wall. (A hard wired system would be created without snaking wires in the walls.) It comes with instructions that seem simple enough. Well, it never worked. Simply not compatible with my situation. After spending a couple hours on help lines I learned several things which may or may not be true. A couple seemed like they might be true. If your home has more than one circuit breaker panel, and my house does, the system can't communicate amongst the panels so it won't work. The last thing I learned from a supervisor, after 2 hours on the phone was that the system only works with pc not macs. I have a mac. Why I wasn't told this right away I'm not sure. I was told so many different things I'm not sure what the true reason was why the system didn't work but it didn't. To compound the issue it took so long to get through to support, talk to some computer guys, and try to get it to work that the process dragged on for weeks and I missed the amazon return date. Now I have 4 4port network adapters that I'm stuck with. Be careful that this will work with your computer and home set up.

"Good product but QC is missing." 2009-07-17
By B Lo (Florida)
I received this product this morning and found it easy to set up with the exception of the security feature being a little picky. I had to repeat the security set up procedure a couple of times before it would 'take.' Other than that, the unit I received was missing one of the stands and one of the adaptors had a very small scratch on it. I contacted Linksys about getting a replacement stand and, after asking if the units were installed in my network and functioning properly, they told me to get in touch with Amazon to replace the whole thing (even after I told them I wasn't concerned about the scratch).

So, basically, they verified I spent (read: wasted) my time setting these things up and that I got them to work properly and instead of sending a little two cent plastic piece, they want me to replace the whole thing. I've worked in IT for many years and I find that pretty pathetic. It will end up costing them much more having to process a return for the entire unit if I decide to go that route. I might well just keep the unit, as it functions quite well notwithstanding the issues with the stand and the scratch. Oh well. I thought Linksys would be decent after being acquired by Cisco. I was wrong.

- 1 star for cruddy security setup, no web interface for adaptors, and not including a hard copy of the user guide

- 1 for poor customer service

3 stars overall.

"Simple and easy way to setup your home network!" 2009-06-30
By Robert Cheng (Boyds, MD United States)
It works right out from the box. Plug them into the electric outlet and they will find each other. Just remember to setup your router (if you are going to use multiple PCs) before you connect the PowerLine adapter to the router. I use the Linksys WRT54G router and need to refresh it (NOT reset) before it get to work with the PowerLine adapter.

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Actiontec MegaPlug A/V 200 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter Kit (White)

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

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Actiontec MegaPlug A/V 200 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter Kit (White)

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

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Actiontec MegaPlug A/V 200 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter Kit (White)

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Linksys PLE300 PowerLine AV Network Adapter

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Linksys PLS300 PowerLine AV 4-Port Network Adapter

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Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter,kit, Push Button Security, 2 Adapt

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- PACKAGE CONTENTS DHP-303 - 2 PowerLine HD Ethernet Adapters; 2 Ethernet Cables; CD-ROM with - Installation Wizard and Product Documentation
- Stream HD media content across your network
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- Connect computers, game consoles, and multimedia devices to the Internet
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"HD Ethernet Adapter Kit, a good idea that didn't work." 2009-07-26
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I waited nearly a month for this (backorder). When it arrived I carefully followed instructions, but the kit did not work. Apparently the two adapters had different default names and I wasn't able to give them identical names, which meant they could not "recognize" each other.

I returned the kit and was promptly notified that a refund had been made. I then ordered a Belkin kit which is similar in function but has a different system. The Belkin worked right out of the box and has been running for about a week now with no trouble.

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EasyLAN Ethernet Kit (10/100 Bi-Directional)

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TP-LINK TL-PA101 85Mbps Powerline Ethernet Adapter

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The TP-LINK TL-PA101 Powerline Ethernet Adapter provides another wire-free solution for the SOHO life. The device transforms your house's existing electrical wiring into a ubiquitous networking infrastructure to extend your Cable/xDSL broadband connection or existi...
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Inari Passport Plug-In Network 2 PC & 1 Printer Adapt/Pwr Strips/Sw/Cable

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The PassPort Network Starter Kit has everything you need to easily network two PCs and one printer. With the PassPort Network Starter Kit you can: share internet access simultaneously, share printers, play multi-player games, share files. Install it in 3 simple steps: Connect the parallel cables from your PC or printer to your PassPort adapter. Plug PassPort adapter into any electrical outlet in your home or office. Load the software. All the analysts agree that it's the easiest solution available today. PassPort Network Starter Kit Includes: two PassPort PC adapters, one PassPort Printer adapter, two parallel cables, two PassPort Line Conditioners, passPort software (CD-ROM), demonstration games,Internet sharing software (Award-winning aVirt Gateway Server), owner's manual.
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Siemens SS2501 SpeedStream Powerline USB Network Adapter

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The SpeedStream Powerline USB Adapter brings you easy, affordable, high-speed networking using the existing AC power wiring built into your walls. Its breakthrough HomePlug-compliant technology gives you Ethernet-class speed and security. Add in its superior ease-of-use, and configuring a new network or expanding an existing one has just become Plug-In & Play simple. Now, your network is already in the family room, bedroom, kitchen, den, or anywhere you find an AC outlet. Use with other SpeedStream Powerline devices to make simple networks between two or more computers, expand a wireless network into a "dead zone", or combine with a SpeedStream broadband router to share your Internet connection and peripherals with every PC in the house. Attached to USB-equipped Windows PCs, the SpeedStream Powerline USB Adapter provides up to 12 Mbps USB data rate into the 14 Mbps Powerline network. Its compact, wall-hugging form requires no desk space and is easily moved from room to room. With SpeedStream Powerline, you've already got the network you need for data, gaming, streaming media, and the future. Get a SpeedStream Powerline USB Adapter and plug-in to the power of the Broadband Life.
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- Uses existing AC wires for instant connectivity anywhere you have an outlet
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"WON'T MAINTAIN A CONNECTION!!" 2003-05-29
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I purchased the Siemens 2501, 2502 and 2521 Powerline adapters and connected them to the outlets in my home, (which is less than five years old). The setup was easy but the included instruction guide stated little more than "plug it in".

The problems began when I installed the included configuration software on my three computers equipped with WINDOWS ME and discovered that the utility program either froze Windows or took close to 2 minutes to start. The SpeedStream Support staff is aware of the problem and told me that "the programmers at Efficient Networks are working on it".

The biggest issue I have is that none of the three Powerline products will stay connected for more than 10 minutes! I have tried changing outlets and even tried hooking up the adapters at my friend's house but these things simply refuse to maintain a connection.

Bottom line: Unless you enjoy loosing your network connection and having to get up and reset adapters every ten minutes, stay away from Siemens Powerline products...at least for now.

"Works fine!" 2003-05-03
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We've been using this with our Windows XP system for about a month now. The driver installation was quick and easy, and the physical hookup as simple as could be asked for (short of wireless).

Performance has been quite good between our small home network (1 Windows, 1 Mac, and 1 firewall) and the cable Internet service that I use. I don't have any precise measurements but we've been completely happy.

We don't communicate between our two home systems (yet) so I can't report anything about that.

A previous reviewer mentioned a faulty USB cable coming with the device. I didn't even notice at first that a USB cable was included--it was hidden under a cardboard insert.

"Poor Quality Control" 2003-03-24
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Followed setup instructions exactly and still didn't get it to work. Documentation is limited. No mention of entering passcodes in instructions. One of the units would not accept the passcode assigned to it. Found 1 bad USB cable included with unit. Units will only work if everything is on the same 110 volt leg of the house wiring.

"Better than Wireless" 2002-12-31
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Iogear GHPU01 Homeplug Powerline Network USB Adapter

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IOGEAR's Homeplug Powerline Network USB Adapter allows you to network your home computers through the electric power lines in the house. Setting up a home network has never been so simple, just plug the USB end to your computer and plug the power end to your AC power outlet, you are connected! This unit is compliant to Homeplug Powerline Specification 1.0 and offers up to 12 Mbps bandwidth while being highly resistant to interference. By offering 56-bit DES encryption, it is also much secure than other home networking technologies such as wireless Ethernet.
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Airlink APL8512 Powerline Turbo 85Mbps Ethernet HomePlug Adapter

2009-08-31T07:20:00.001-07:00

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The new Airlink APL8512 Powerline adapter replaces the old discontinued APL8511 model. It now supports Windows Vista. You can use this product to turn your home's electrical power line instantly into a LAN local network. 100% Plug-and-Play. No configuration or software setup required. Maximum data transmission is up to 85Mbps. Features: *Support Windows 2000, XP and Vista. *HomePlug 1.0 compliant * Operates on existing Home Electricity in cross circuit * 100% Plug-and-Play, no configuration or software setup needed * Data transmission rate up to 85Mbps.
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- HomePlug 1.0 compliant. Compatible with Windows Vista.
- Operates on existing home power lines.
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"Works great; not set-up required" 2009-03-11
By J. Kim (San Francisco Bay Area, CA United States)
It works great. I bought a pair at Fry's on sale for $40. Plug one into the wall outlet (don't use any sort of power strip or surge protector) and connect it to your router using the included cat5 cable. Plug the other one into the wall outlet near your device and plug the cat5 cable into your device. No set-up required at all. Worked great. Good speeds.

I have it connected to an Xbox 360 and I stream down Netflix videos to my tv. Works great!

"Great product! Works just out of box." 2008-02-13
By Vsat (Atlanta, GA)
I bought the pair from Fry's ($65 a pair)and it worked out of box. My Dell Laptop was giving me the "Blue screen of death" frequently due to the conflict of WiFi driver with XP so this works as a great alternative to WiFi.

I wonder whether it really makes any difference whether you buy a 10MBPS vs 85MBPS powerline adapter since the cable/DSL "pipe" coming to your house is 3-6MBPS, so why should it matter whether you have a 10MBPS or 85MBPS powerline ethernet adapter. But anyway, a pair for $65 was a steal and I just love the product.

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ZyXEL PLA400 200 Mbps Powerline HomePlug AV Desktop Adapter (Starter Kit--2 units)

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ZyXELs Homeplug powerline adapter is an alternative solution for having your house completely networked using existing power lines. The advanced Homeplug powerline adapter is capable of transmitting data at up to 200 Mbps. The Homeplug powerline adapter delivers maximum range and speed for voice, Internet, video, and music throughout your home or office.The built-in advanced QoS features of HomePlug AV make the PLA-400 an ideal solution for in-home distribution of HDTV and VoIP streams. HomePlug AV is designed to support the high-bandwidth and low-latency demands of several simultaneous streams of video, audio, and data. With the 128-bit Data Encryption Security (AES) feature, the PLA-400 provides secure network connection for sharing Internet access and peripherals like printers and external storage.
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- 200 Mbps speed to stream HD content, play online games, make VoIP calls and more
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ZyXEL NBG318S 200 Mbps HomePlug AV Powerline Router w/4Port Fast Ethernet Switch and PLA401 200 Mbps Powerline Wall-plug Adapter (Starter Kit)

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- All-in-one router supports powerline, wireless and Ethernet in our device
- Provides quality Internet telephony, gaming, video streaming with MBM v2 ensures quality of service
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"Does what you need it to!" 2008-11-13
By L. Curry
I purchased this product to get my FIOS/LAN connection downstairs to my PS3, XBOX360, and Media server- it delivered. Router and powerline plug were setup in less than 15mins, I didnt even have to install the cd that came with it, just configured the router and off I went. One of the easiest tech setups I've EVER done. Highly Recommend!

"heats on a 220 volts source" 2008-11-09
By Evelina D. Torres
The Zyxel NBG318S gets very hot when plug in to a 220 volts source where it was spec at 100 to 240 volts

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SMC Networks SMC-SMCHP1D-ETH EZ Connect Powerline to Ethernet Adapter (14 Mbps)

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The EZ Connect 14 Mbps Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter is the easiest way to create or extend a home network without having to run expensive CAT-5 cabling. To add Powerline technology to you network, simply connect a Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter to one of the available LAN ports on your Barricade Router and plug it into an available power outlet. As soon as the Adapter is connected to the power outlet, each outlet in your house automatically becomes a network connection where you can access the Internet, email, share devices, and connect network-enabled home entertainment devices. The Powerline to Ethernet Desktop Adapter is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux based PCs. The Powerline to Ethernet Adapter is an excellent solution for getting your Game Console System, such as Xbox or PS2, connected to the Internet for online game playing. The EZ Connect 14 Mbps Powerline to Ethernet Adapter is compatible with the HomePlug 1.0 standard to work across all the types of home wiring. Using auto-sensing and rate-adaptive technology, the Powerline to Ethernet Adapter insures that your connection maintains the highest performance available. With data transfer speeds up to 14Mbps, Powerline is faster then 802.11b wireless and is easier to install and troubleshoot. Combine this performance with a 56-bit Data Encryption Standard (DES) with Key Management security feature and you have a complete solution that is fast and secure. The EZ Connect 14 Mbps Powerline to Ethernet Adapter comes with the EZ Configuration Manger utility, which is the only Powerline management software, that runs on both the PC and Mac platforms. This feature-rich utility allows you to manage your network with a friendly naming option for each Powerline device in your network, view connection status, and monitor throughput information. For additional status information, the SMCHP1D-ETH has easy-to-read diagnostic LEDs which will display if a Powerline network is available as soon as it
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"SMC 14 MBPS Ethernet to Powerline Adapter" 2007-12-07
By Seth Lewin (Needham, MA USA)
Device works as advertised - is totally satisfactory for my purpose which is to allow a remotely situated computer to share an internet connection w/o having to resort to wireless. It's able to keep up with my Comcast cable internet connection's speed.

"Works flawlessly" 2007-11-17
By Quedall
Purchased this adapter to connect Dish Network HD PVR, which is in another room, to the internet. Connected to Linksys Speedbooster router which is connected to Cable modem and plugged into wall.(Dish PVR is plugged directly into wall outlet). Turned on tv and went to "setup the internet" on PVR and it immediately connected. Worked "plug and play" and didn't need to use installation CD. You only need one of these for the Dish PVR setup as it feeds through electrical plug. Good price/ good product. Note: Ordered and chose free shipping and product was delivered the following day by UPS.

"Poor Performance" 2005-11-09
By V. Horne (Redmond, WA)
I'm getting very poor performance when I plug these units into outlets in different rooms (presumably on different circuits).

In the same room, the Configuration Utility shows throughput of 14 Mbps. In different rooms, it shows 0.9 Mbps.

These results render this product useless. To make matters worse, the SMC e-mail support has been unresponsive.

If you buy this, make sure you can return it if you get lousy results.

"Short range only" 2005-09-19
By D. Ali (Chicago, IL USA)
Plugged two into outlets spaced 4 feet apart, got a good signal. Plugged them into outlets on different floors, got a signal so weak that I couldn't get an IP address from the router. And that was only after I switched the positions of the two (I got no signal the first time). So these might work if your computers aren't too far apart, otherwise pass. Find units with higher transmission power (if they exist).

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The newest and fastest way to network your PCs is through PowerLine Networking, which allows you to turn the powerlines in your home or office into your network cable. The easiest way to integrate any PC or laptop into such a powerline network, is with the Instant PowerLine USB Adapter. Use your existing USB port with your existing powerlines! The Plug-and-Play USB Adapter connects directly to virtually any USB-ready PC - just plug it in and you're ready to share data, printers, or high speed Internet access over your existing powerline network. For desktop installation, you don't even have to open your PC's case. With user-friendly software, it's simple to set up.Not only is the Instant PowerLine USB Adapter easy to install and use, it's also powerful. You can send and receive data at speeds of up to 12Mbps. It's also versatile. Need to use it temporarily on another PC? No problem. Plug it into the USB port, set it up, and you're ready to go. So for full desktop and notebook PC flexibility and powerline convenience, the Instant PowerLine USB Adapter provides the perfect solution!
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- Use your home office existing powerlines to network your computers
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"What a pain" 2009-04-02
By D. Berger
It does a great job but installing the software and getting it to work are VERY difficult.

There are much better solutions than this.

Netgear and IOGear come to mind.

"Did not do the trick" 2008-05-01
By SAGA (Colorado Springs, CO USA)
Thought I could use the product to run a printer on a network without the ethernet. No success but don't feel bad...I tried three others including an Apple Express - all chocked somewhere in the configuration or network niceness.

"Linksys PLUSB10" 2007-10-14
By Michael Di Meglio (New York, N.Y.)
I tested the device and it worked as specified. I purchased it to demonstrate Ethernet Over Powerline. Mike

"Works great too" 2007-02-19
By Michael B. Stickney (Cincinnati)
Once again The adapter and the bridge from Linksys work great. It was easy to install and I would tell anyone to give this a try if you don't want to run a 50 ft cable threw your house or feel uneasy about wireless.

"Very happy with mine....." 2004-03-06
By kendude
I have one computer that has Winme and the other that has XP. I have has these adapters for around 1-2yrs and niether one of my computers ever had a problem with them.

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The Powerline USB Adapter links your USB-equipped computers and devices over your existing, standard 110-volt electrical wiring - eliminating the need for you to run cabling between them. Simply plug one end of the adapter into an available wall outlet and connect the other end to any available USB port. The Adapter sets up on any laptop or desktop, with the simplicity of Plug-and-Play technology to provide you with Internet, file, and peripheral sharing. Now you can network from virtually any room in your home or office.
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- Links USB-equipped computers over existing, standard 110-volt electrical wiring
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- Works with Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me and XP
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"Great alternative to wireless" 2007-07-28
By D. Boldo (Bellevue, WA USA)
Much more reliable than wireless and comes with good speed too. Very simple setup, which works great with Windows (XP, Vista). We have 4 of these at home and they all work great.

The only drawback is an infrequent reset (unplug from power and repair network connection) but that's a small price to pay for the convenience, security and speed.

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"Works better than I could have imagined" 2009-08-12
By Scott French (Columbia, SC United States)
I bought a PLA401Kit, a PLA470 4-port, and a DMA1100 for my home setup. Hooking up the PLA401 near my broadband router was a cinch. To test the system, I ran into the other room and plugged in the 2nd PLA401...five seconds later my ethernet connection was recognized...WOW!

I bought the PLA470 for my media room downstairs. The media room is the farthest spot away from my wireless router and neither my netbook nor my ROKU box (streaming Netflix) could pick up any signal in the room. I hoped the ZyXel system could get me online. This system works so well it literally brought a grin to my face. I chose the PLA470 because of it's 4-port connection. I plan to wire lines for my families notebook connections (yes we're online while watching movies). This setup allows all of us to be online at once downstairs.

I also installed the DMA1100 media server into the media room. This took a little longer to connect because I had to configure Windows Media Server but after about one hour I was listening to my MP3 collection, watching my digital moview and running a digital photo slide-show on my 111" projection screen all from my home office computer upstairs. I am also streaming HiDef movies over my broadband through the powerlines in my house; the whole thing is cooler than I ever could have imagined.

I cannot recommend this system enough. It's so easy to set-up and use and it runs faster than I could have imagined.

"For Adobe and Log homes this product is spot on!" 2009-05-31
By R. L. Wilson (Pecos, NM)
I had a client with a log home which gave no ergonomic way or aesthetic way to run ethernet cable. The product worked as advertised, was easy to set up and the client is very satisfied. I would recomend this to anyone. I will be using this in one of my rooms that has not been accessible to hardwiring ethernet before. The only caveat would be that it is not kind to very old or misswired homes, and you need to know if all of your rooms that the product is used in are on the same breaker panel.

"Cool product" 2008-04-25
By fred1980 (Atlanta GA,USA)
Very good value.Previously, I bought a pair of powerline adapters to connect the routers and one computer and found they are easy to install and connected at good speed. I bought the PLA470 for my home office where I can connect my computer, Internet telephone box, printer and network storage all together to share the powerline network. This product provides very good value to me.

"Works like it should" 2008-02-07
By A. Chu (San Jose, CA USA)
I share a house with a roommate and live on the second floor. My room is big enough for my 46" HDTV but the problem is when I try to connect my Xbox to the Internet, I can't get a clear signal from the Linksys router downstairs that connects to the cable modem. And my roommate who owns the modem and the router likes to change the wireless set up like every two weeks. So I don't have a stable Internet connection.

So I bought a Zyxel Pla400 and a Pla470 powerline adapter and switch. I plugged the Pla400 adapter to the cable modem and used the pla470 switch in my room on the second floor to connect my xbox, desktop and external storage. That's it - I did not have to do any additional setup. The whole process took 5 minutes. Now my xbox and desktop are connected to the cable modem over electrical lines. The connection is very fast and stable.

So now it doesn't matter how many times my roommate changes the settings on her wireless router, I just play my Xbox any time I want in my room with the big TV.

"May require firmware upgrade" 2007-12-08
By Robert S. Parnell (San Jose, CA, USA)
It's true that HomePlug AV nodes cannot intercommunicate with HomePlug 1.0 nodes. ZyXEL and most, if not all, other HomePlug AV hardware manufacturers are derelict in not pointing out that fact. As an engineer who works with HomePlug almost full-time, I know that AV kicks 1.0's tail in terms of bitrate versus SNR. That doesn't excuse ZyXEL's dereliction, but it gives you cause to ponder retiring your HomePlug 1.0 hardware and replacing it with HomePlug AV hardware. Even if you think you won't benefit sufficiently from HomePlug AV's nominal 14x bitrate improvement, you might need AV's ability to reach more electrical outlets in your building with a bitrate that is usable for your application.

There's another compatibility matter to be aware of. When I examined a new PLA-470 the other day, I was disappointed, but not surprised, to find that the version of firmware installed in the HomePlug AV chipset is an old, pre-standard version, 1.4.5, that is not truly HomePlug-AV compliant and, more importantly, that cannot intercommunicate with subsequent firmware versions. I have not checked to see whether ZyXEL provides the means to upgrade the firmware of the HomePlug-AV chipset. The newest version is 3.0.5. For more detail on the topic of HomePlug-AV-chipset firmware, see my review of the Linksys PLE200.

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- Use your existing powerlines to network your computers and other devices
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"Great option to extend your network." 2009-06-28
By William Jackson (Tuscaloosa, AL United States)
In a few words...I unboxed it, plugged it in and it works great! I was up and running in about 10 minutes. One note...I have seen some comments that it doesn't matter if you follow the directions about not plugging these units into a surge protector...not exactly true. Out of convenience I plugged the adapter at my router into a surge protector. The other adapter across the room at my satellite box worked fine, so I proceeded to install another adapter upstairs. It showed that it found the network, but there was no connectivity. I moved the plug of the unit at the router from the surge protector to a wall plug and BINGO it all worked. I am OK with this as the manuals advertise that the Adapters have surge protection built in.

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Actiontec's MegaPlug Powerline 200 Mbps HomePlug A/V Gaming Kit creates the online gaming network you crave! Using the existing power outlets in your home, you can enjoy up to 200 Mbps speeds with less than 3 milliseconds of latency! In addition to your gaming needs, your 200 Mbps Gaming Kit will transfer movies, songs or any other large files faster than you've ever seen. It's easy to set up, universally compatible and provides high security. HomePlug AV Certified.
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"Almost perfect!!!" 2009-08-06
By A. Molina
I'm using this to connect my xbox360 to live, and wow. These things are great, I had a slight problem when it wouldn't let me connect to live anymore. But that was because they were on different circuit breakers. All I did was relocate it to another outlet, and I haven't had a problem since. I used to use a linksys wireless networking adapter that I used to connect my pc wirelessly. Then I hook my xbox up with a ethernet cable to my pc. I used to get major lag spikes every 30-40 seconds or so. Then I bought these, and poof no more lag. I would recommend these to anyone, especially competetive gamers. Hooking your xbox directly to your modem would be your best option, but this is the next best thing! For the price you will get more than your moneys worth. I highly recommend them.

"double the speed of 85Mbps powerline, but it runs hot" 2009-04-12
By matt.mingkee (Brooklyn, NY United States)
got a pair of them, used as upgraded backbone of main wireless AP

I already have 85Mbps HomgPlug setup, but this one DOES NOT work with 85Mbps one, but they can co-exist without any interference

the speed is about double as 85Mbps one

the problem is: the unit looks bulky, and runs hot (disassembled right after unplugged, see a heat sink on the top of 3 chips, and it kinda too hot to touch)

the setup application is kinda easy, you have to have 2 units plugged nearby, and input the key if you want, it is recommended to buy more than one pair to ensure all units are connected

this unit runs auto-volt, that you can use them in anywhere in the world, as long as you find plug adapter

since they can co-exist with 85Mbps adapters, that you can buy a pair for partial upgrade, and buy more later

"works good" 2009-02-17
By R. Stevens
this was a replacement purchased because one unit burned out. have been using this for over a year and it is as good as hard wired to a 10/100 router without any data corruption from going over the power lines. much better than wireless

"Works Great!" 2009-01-22
By K. Byrd (NC USA)
This gizmo works exactly as advertised. I plugged the Xbox 360 into it and it runs like a champ, doesn't lag or cause my main comp to lag, either.

I hesitated to buy this, afraid it would be another gimmicky piece of junk. I'm really glad now that I took a chance and bought it. No more miles of ethernet cables strung all over the house!! It does exactly what it's supposed to do, and installation literally consists of plugging it in.

I do wish it was a little cheaper, but for me it's still worth buying.

Just for information sake, my internet connect is DSL "lite" and the wiring in my house was done around 10 years ago.

"Outstanding when used as described" 2009-01-01
By badpenny
I shopped around quite a bit before I put this item on my Christmas list. I wanted something that would allow me to extend our home network to our living room to hook up multiple gaming systems and a Slingbox Solo. Powerline networking has been around for a while but has usually been expensive and relatively cumbersome for the average person to setup or troubleshoot. In fact, ten years ago I went with home phoneline adapters instead of the power ones for the same reasons. I'm happy to report that these adapters work great. They work right out of the box, but I elected to change the security key. I installed the software on my laptop, plugged one unit in and configured it, then did the same with the second one...took about 10 minutes from start to finish.

For my setup, I have one adapter in the living room plugged straight into the wall, with the ethernet cord connected to a switch. From there I have a Wii, XBox 360, and a Slingbox connected to my network. My Slingbox functions great both on my network and over the Internet; very few problems streaming video so far. Gaming is great, though I noticed a poor ping and some lag when using the 360 and Slingbox at the same time, but let's face it, those are two very bandwidth-hungry applications. All of my switches/routers/adapters are 10/100, so there's no way I'd hit the advertised 200Mbps under even the most optimal circumstances.

Overall I think these are overpriced by about $30, but unlike alot of powerline adapters out there, these seem to be the most headache-free. If you don't want to drill holes and run cable, and wireless is too unreliable for you, these are the way to go.

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- Compatible with HomePlug 1.0 Powerline devices. 1 plug supplies both power and network connections for a space-saving design that reduces clutter.
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"Excellant!" 2009-08-23
By Harold
What a great device. Sure makes life alot easier. The signal strenth to my PC is perfect. Makes my whole house as if it were wired for internet.

"works great!" 2009-05-08
By Martin Weiand
Fast Fast Fast! I bought this to use on my directv DVR, the download speeds are awsome! also now use it for hooking up the rest of my computers in the house. cable modem with cable modem speeds!

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NETGEAR's 85 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter is a convenient solution for extending your home network by using standard electrical outlets. This product enables you to set up an Internet connection in any room without running new wires. The XET1001 allows you to connect multiple devices to your network.
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- Turns any electrical power outlet into an network connection
- Delivers fast 85 Mbps speed
- For use with both wired and wireless routers, simply plug one XET1001 into your router
- 128-bit AES data encryption ensures privacy and security
- Required for device connection - Available RJ-45 Ethernet port
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Linksys PLTS200 PowerLine 4-Port Network Adapter

2009-08-27T02:03:00.001-07:00

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The Powerline 4-port Network Adapter lets you easily create a network using the existing electrical outlets in your home. Now you don't have to drill holes in walls and climb through the attic or cellar to install network cables -- just use the wires that already run through the building. The Powerline 4-port Network Adapter connects computers, or any other wired Ethernet device, using the HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo network standard. It also works with older HomePlug 1.0 devices. Adding devices to the network is as simple as plugging the Powerline 4-port Adapter into an electrical outlet, and connecting up to four Ethernet-equipped devices to the built-in Ethernet ports. Additional devices can be connected to the same network using additional Powerline Adapters plugged into any electrical outlet anywhere in the house.
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- Use your existing powerlines to network your computers and other devices
- Share files, printers, storage, and networked games throughout your home ¿ connect it to a router to share your Cable or DSL Internet connection
- Built-in 4-port Ethernet switch
- HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo technology for data rates up to 85Mbps*, also compatible with HomePlug 1.0 devices
- 56-bit encryption keeps your data secure
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"Great Product! Easy To Install And Use" 2009-07-04
By Beechwood Aged (North Carolina)
I added the Linksys PLTS200 Powerline 4-Port Network Adapter to an existing Linksys powerline network. The installation and configuration of the entire network is very easy, almost plug and play. The additional adapter installation was completed by just plugging it in. It is so much simpler than running ethernet cables throughout the house and installing jacks at the points network access is needed. There is no noticeable noise from the power and network sharing the same cables. Each powerline network adapter contains its own surge protection to avoid needing to connect the adapters to surge protectors. I have several computers, a Blu-ray player, and an HD-DVR all connected to the Internet through this powerline network. The network connection speed is excellent. I highly recommend this product.

"Not compatible with PLE200 or PLK200" 2008-11-18
By E. Bloemhard (Portland, OR USA)
This product is not compatible with 2 PLE200 devices that I have on my network and has been confirmed by a service rep despite Linksys stating that it is backwards compatible.

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TRENDnet Tpl-302E 200Mbps Powerline Av Ethernet Adapter B Class

2009-08-26T07:47:00.001-07:00

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The 200Mbps Powerline Ethernet Adapter (TPL-302E) uses any electrical outlet to create a secure high speed building-wide network. Share a network with computers in different rooms without running new cabling. This adapter creates a stable high speed network and is ideal for use in buildings that interfere with wireless networking signals. Advanced AES encryption provides users with the latest Powerline data security. LED displays show device status for easy power management and troubleshooting. Connect one adapter to your network and plug another adapter in to any electrical outlet in your building for instant high speed network access.
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- High speed building-wide networking from any electrical outlet
- Use one to transmit and up to 15 TPL-302Es to receive a networked signal
- Advanced encryption (AES) ensure total data security
- - Share data intensive files, play games, download music and more at very fast data transfer rates of up to 200Mbps
- - Advanced encryption (AES) ensure total network security
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NETGEAR XE103 85 Mbps Powerline Network Adapter

2009-08-26T00:07:00.001-07:00

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"Extend Your Network Using Electrical Outlets NETGEAR’s 85 Mbps Wall-Plugged Ethernet Adapter (XE103) is the fast solution for extending your home network by using standard electrical outlets. It delivers everything you need to set up an Internet connection in any room without using new wires. Once it is inserted into the wall outlet, simply plug one XE103 into your router and another XE103 into any Ethernet-ready device. For instance, you can use the 10/100 Ethernet port to connect a desktop of notebook PC, a gaming console, NETGEAR’s SC101 Storage Central, a Slingbox™, a DVR, or NETGEAR’s PS121 USB Print Server. You eliminate dead spots in your wireless network, while enjoying a fast 85 Mbps speed capable of transmitting multiple video streams at once and without interruption. With no software to install, setup is literally a matter of Plug and Play. *XE103 is compatible with NETGEAR’s XE102, XE104, and WGXB102 products. XE103 is not compatible nor interoperable with NETGEAR’s HDX101, however it may coexist on the same network. "
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- Wall-plugged network adapter lets you easily extend a fast network using electric lines
- Delivers up to 85 Mbps wired speed
- Three easy-to-read icon LEDs for quick status information at a glance
- True plug and play simplicity
- Built-in security safeguards your information
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"Speed an issue" 2009-05-10
By Mr. Joe (Maryland)
I bought two XE103 adapters. They produce the maximum speed of 85 mbps on the same circuit in the same room. Downstairs, on the kitchen circuit, the speed only hit 15mbps. Not enough to play video. I would expect better documentation as to how to make this product run faster. I understand there is a filter I can put on my appliances to reduce the noise on the lines. But I cannot seem to find any suport for this on Netgear's site.

Poor support in my opinion.

"Powerline Network Adapter" 2009-04-03
By J. Harris
I bought the set of two. Plugged one in at the router and the other at the DirecTV DVD. Ran a 6 ft Ethernet cable from the router and a 14 ft cable to the DVD, Download and configuration took about 28 hours (DirecTV says 24 hrs) and has been on line ever since. Speed wise it is comperable to my desk top.

"It does what wirless is bad at: travelling through the walls" 2008-09-01
By C. C. Lee
Despite the convenience of wireless connections, people sometimes prefer wired ones for they are more reliable, faster and will not raise any health concerns. For the exact reasons, I bought three "Netgear XE103" : One for the ADLS modem, another for my computer and a third one for my Slingbox Pro. (By the way, I am using Netgear XE103 as Slinglink Turbo 1PORT Enet Connection Bridge in case you are also wondering if they are equivalent.)

All the three XE103 have been plugged on the wall for more than 1 year and half and my connection never broke or had problems (knock on the wood). Some people seem to have problems with the product due to the internal wiring of their house, but for me it was as easy as plugging it on the wall and connecting the cable.

If you are having trouble bringing the wireless connection to different floors, this can also be your solution! The only catch is that you'll need to buy more than one, and the more connections you need, the more you will have to buy....

"I gave up on it" 2008-08-21
By J. Cooper (California)
I got a pair of these several months ago but I had issues getting them to work reliably. I am in a house built in 1981. With certain outlets the pair would not work at all. With others it was intermittent. When they connect and stay connected it works great. I had no problems for a few months. Then one day they suddenly will not stay connected no matter where they are plugged. It's probably due to the wiring in my house.

"works first tiem , every time" 2008-08-10
By R. Stern (Pennsylvania)
Just plug it into a wall outlet, run a network cable between this device and your computer and you are done. Of course, this means that you already have one plugged in to your router. Once you have at least two of these you can always add more devices anywhere in your home.

I never read the directions. All I did was plug them in and start using my home network and the Internet. Works without any other setup or aggravation. I did not notice any difference between this method and normal network cable. I did notice a difference between this and wireless; this works in every room. My wireless setup was intermittent in some areas. I turned my wireless off once I bought and installed these adapters.

This is what we were promised twenty years ago with technology rather than the endless setting up and tweaking of computers, networks and other gizmos.

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