Description
You have a wired network device in another room that needs Internet connection, but you don't want the mess running a long Ethernet cable to it? Grab a ZyXEL PLA5256, 1000 Mbps powerline pass-thru 2-port Gigabit Ethernet adapter. The PLA5256 utilizes the advanced HomePlug AV2 technology that delivers wired speed of up to 1000 Mbps through your power outlets - great for streaming HD video contents or playing intensive multiplayer online games. The PLA5256 features two Ethernet ports, making it perfect for connecting living room network devices such as set top boxes or video game consoles. With the convenient pass-through power outlet design, it doesn't block the existing wall power outlets from other devices that require it.
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Enhanced performance and range for smooth HD streaming and more
Build a wired with advanced HomePlug AV2 up to 1000 Mbps speed, with the ZyXEL PLA5256 to stream high-definition videos without hitches or stuttering. The flexibility provided by the two Gigabit Ethernet ports allows you to simultaneously connect to the Internet and stream media to a pair of devices like game consoles, PCs, smart TVs, NAS and printers. -
Convenient pass-through design that doesn't block power outlets
The ZyXEL PLA5256 doesn't block power outlets but offers a pass-through outlet instead, which allows you to keep the existing powered devices connected. The embedded noise filter eliminates static from connected electronics to further improve network quality. -
128-bit AES encryption for network protection
Keep snooping eyes at bay with the advanced end-to-end 128-bit AES encryption built into the ZyXEL PLA5256. It prevents users outside of your network from entering your personal local network. -
Quality-of-Service for unparalleled networking performance
The ZyXEL PLA5256 allocates proper bandwidth automatically for the powerline network to fully utilize your bandwidth. Get the unparalleled networking experience with extremely easy, straightforward setup.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- Zyxel PLA5256 - Starter Kit - powerline adapter kit - wall-pluggable
- Device Type
- Powerline adapter kit
- Packaged Quantity
- 2 (specifications are for single item)
- Enclosure Type
- Wall-pluggable
- Data Link Protocol
- Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, HomePlug AV (HPAV), HomePlug AV (HPAV) 2.0, IEEE 1901
- Data Transfer Rate
- 1000 Mbps
- Network / Transport Protocol
- CSMA/CA
- Routing Protocol
- IGMPv2, IGMP, IGMPv3
- Features
- 128-bit encryption, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), Quality of Service (QoS), reset button
- Compliant Standards
- HomePlug AV, HomePlug AV 2.0, IEEE 1901
- Power
- AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 12.5 cm x 6.5 cm x 4.2 cm
- Weight
- 215 g
- System Requirements
- Microsoft Windows Vista / XP / 7 / 8
- Localisation
- United Kingdom
Detailed Specification
General
- Packaged Quantity
- 2 (specifications are for single item)
- Device Type
- Powerline adapter kit
- Enclosure Type
- Wall-pluggable
- Connectivity Technology
- Wired
- Data Link Protocol
- Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, HomePlug AV (HPAV), HomePlug AV (HPAV) 2.0, IEEE 1901
- Data Transfer Rate
- 1000 Mbps
- Network / Transport Protocol
- CSMA/CA
- Routing Protocol
- IGMPv2, IGMP, IGMPv3
- Encryption Algorithm
- 128-bit AES
- Features
- 128-bit encryption, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), Quality of Service (QoS), reset button
- Compliant Standards
- HomePlug AV, HomePlug AV 2.0, IEEE 1901, BSMI, FCC, ICES, LVD
- Status Indicators
- Power, link/activity
Line Properties
- Line Coding Format
- 64 QAM, 256 QAM, BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, OFDM, ROBO, 1024 QAM, 4096 QAM
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- LAN: 2 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 , WAN: 1 x HomePlug AV 2.0
Power
- Power Device
- Internal power supply
- Voltage Required
- AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
- Power Consumption Operational
- 5.5 Watt
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included
- 1 x network cable
- Localisation
- United Kingdom
Software / System Requirements
- OS Required
- Microsoft Windows Vista / XP / 7 / 8
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 12.5 cm
- Depth
- 6.5 cm
- Height
- 4.2 cm
- Weight
- 215 g
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 0 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 40 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
