Reviews of the Zyxel Home Plug Powerline Ethernet Adapter (200 Mbps)
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CNET Review
The Good: Dead easy to setup and maintain; 128-bit AES encryption; utility offers security features, such as password protection; QoS for latency-sensitive applications; generous warranty period.
The Bad: Pricey; slower throughput than the competition.
The Bottom Line: The Zyxel PLA-400 is a compelling alternative to a wireless home network, but the competition offers faster throughput for about the same price.
Manufacturer: ZyXEL Communications Corp.
Part number: PLA-400
General
- Device Type Bridge
- Form Factor External
- Width 4.4 in
- Depth 4.2 in
- Height 1.1 in
- Weight 6.6 oz
Networking
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, HomePlug AV (HPAV)
- Spread Spectrum Method OFDM
- Data Transfer Rate 200 Mbps
- Networking type Bridge
- Line Coding Format ROBO, DBPSK, DQPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM, 256 QAM
- Status Indicators Power, Link activity
- Features 128-bit encryption
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) None
- Interfaces 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x Network - HomePlug AV
Miscellaneous
- Encryption Algorithm AES
- Compliant Standards CE, UL, FCC, RoHS, CE-LVD
Power
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 113 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90%
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