Upgrade Your Home Network for Data Streaming with No New Wires!

The ZyXEL PLA4201 v2 500 Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet Adapter can improve network performance by up to 60% comparing with 200 Mbps powerline technology** for stable HD media streaming. Just plug a pair of PLA4201 v2 into electric outlets, connect your router to one of the pair and any network device to the other to immediately enjoy HD media streaming, multiplayer gaming and other network applications simultaneously in any room.

Plug-and-play, compact design for easy setup

ZyXEL’s stylish mini-size PLA4201 v2 gives you the installation flexibility to turn home electric lines into a network without blocking power outlets. The PLA4201 v2 features plug-and-play installation and upward-facing ports for easy, effortless installation. Add two or more units to easily extend your home network to enable Internet access from HDTVs, Blu-ray™ players, DVRs, PCs and game consoles.

Enjoy stable HD videos and gaming

Powered by the IEEE 1901 technology, the ZyXEL PLA4201 v2 provides a stable high-performance network to take full advantage of all entertainments the Internet has to offer.

QoS-enhanced media streaming quality

The advanced Quality of Service (QoS) feature improves the quality of multimedia streaming applications such as triple-play services by traffic prioritizing, HD video streaming, high-speed Internet access and VoIP.

System Specifications

Standard

• Compliant with IEEE 1901 with data transfer rate of up to 500 Mbps data rate*
• Compatible with HomePlug AV standard

Access Methods

• CSMA/CA channel-access schemes

Range

• Max. range up to 300 meters (984 feet) over power line

Power Saving Mode

• If link is inactive for a period (default setting: 60 seconds)

Security

• 128-bit AES encryption

Quality of Service (QoS)

• ToS
• Supports up to 4-level type QoS
• Supports up to 8-level VLAN priority field

Frequency Band

• 2 MHz to 67.5 MHz

Dynamic Neighbor Network Support

IGMP

• IGMP snooping for multicast to multiple unicast mapping

System Requirements

• Deployment requirements:
  • Devices with 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port
  • Operating system independent
• Utility Software OS support:
  • Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/win 7

Hardware Specifications

• Ethernet interface: One 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 connector with auto MDI/MDIX support
• LED indicators:
  • Power on/off
  • Powerline network quality
  - Green: Best; Amber: Better; Red: Good
  • Ethernet link/activity
• Button: Encrypt/Reset button
• Power rating: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption:
  • Full operation: 4 watt max.
  • Power-saving mode: 0.5 watt max.

Physical Specifications

• Item dimensions (WxDxH): 50 x 25 x 70 mm (1.97” x 0.98” x 2.75”)
• Item weight: 77 g (0.17 lb.)
• Packing dimensions (WxDxH): 148 x 118 x 81 mm (5.83” x 4.65” x 3.19”)
• Packing weight:
  • Single pack: 267 g (0.59 lb.)
  • Starter kit pack: 344 g (0.76 lb.)

Environmental Specifications

• Operating Environment
  • Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
  • Humidity: 10% to 90% (Non-condensing)
• Storage Environment
  • Temperature: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
  • Humidity: 10% to 95% (Non-condensing)

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