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Zyxel PLA4201 500Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet Adaptor Twin Pack

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Quicklinx: 83VCWS00 Mfr#: PLA4201-GB0201F
Discontinued

Description

New V2 Version Available Here

Kit Contains 2 units

Extend Home Networks Effortlessly with the Most Compact Powerline Adapter

The ZyXEL PLA4201 500 Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet Adapters improves up to 60% performance for stable HD media streaming compared with 200 Mbps powerline technology. Just plug a pair of PLA4201 into electric outlets and connect to network devices, then you can enjoy HD media streams, multiplayer gaming and other network applications in every room simultaneously right away.

Compact design for easy setup and instant plug-and-play
The new mini-size ZyXEL PLA4201 gives you the flexibility to turn power lines into a home network. The compact design allows hassle-free installation without blocking other power outlets. With a pair of plug-and-play PLA4201, you can easily extend your home network through any electrical outlet for 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 can provide a stable high-performance network for users to enjoy multiple HD streaming, multiplayer gaming, and Web surfing simultaneously.

QoS enhances media streaming quality
The advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features improve the quality of multimedia streaming applications such as Triple Play services by prioritizing HD video streaming, high-speed Internet access and VoIP traffic.

Power-saving mode
When there is no Ethernet link, the PLA4201 enters a power-saving mode with just 0.5 watt consumption to reduce the energy waste by around 88%.

3 Year Warranty

  • Compact design for easy setup and instant Plug-and-Play

    The mini-size ZyXEL PLA4201 gives you the flexibility to turn power lines into a home network. The compact design allows hassle-free installation without blocking other power outlets. With a pair of Plug-and-Play PLA4201, you can easily extend your home network through any electrical outlet for 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 can provide a stable high-performance network for users to enjoy multiple HD streaming, multiplayer gaming, and Web surfing simultaneously.
  • QoS enhances media streaming quality

    The advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features improve the quality of multimedia streaming applications such as Triple Play services by prioritizing HD video streaming, high-speed Internet access and VoIP traffics.
  • Green product saves energy consumption

    When there is no Ethernet link, the PLA4201 enters a power-saving mode with just 0.5 W consumption to reduce the energy waste by around 88%.
  • Easy security setup

    Data transmission is protected by 128-bit Advanced Encryption Security (AES) to provide a secure connection to the Internet.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
Zyxel PLA4201 - 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, HomePlug AV (HPAV), IEEE 1901
Data Transfer Rate
500 Mbps
Network / Transport Protocol
CSMA/CA
Features
128-bit encryption, VLAN support, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), IGMP snooping, Quality of Service (QoS), reset button
Compliant Standards
HomePlug AV, IEEE 1901
Power
AC 230V (50/60 Hz)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
5 cm x 6 cm x 9 cm
Weight
72 g
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Vista / XP / 7
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, HomePlug AV (HPAV), IEEE 1901
Data Transfer Rate
500 Mbps
Network / Transport Protocol
CSMA/CA
Encryption Algorithm
128-bit AES
Features
128-bit encryption, VLAN support, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), IGMP snooping, Quality of Service (QoS), reset button
Compliant Standards
HomePlug AV, IEEE 1901, FCC, RoHS, LVD
Status Indicators
Power, link/activity

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces
1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 , 1 x HomePlug AV - power BS 1363

Power

Power Device
Internal power supply
Voltage Required
AC 230V (50/60 Hz)
Power Consumption Operational
4 Watt

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories
ZyXEL 500 Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet Adapter (PLA4201)
Cables Included
1 x network cable
Localisation
United Kingdom

Software / System Requirements

OS Required
Microsoft Windows Vista / XP / 7

Dimensions & Weight

Width
5 cm
Depth
6 cm
Height
9 cm
Weight
72 g

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Humidity Range Operating
10 - 90% (non-condensing)
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