Netgear 500Mbps Powerline Ethernet Kits (XAVB5001 and XAVB5501): Very Fast Networking Devices

Date Published: April 28, 2010


Netgear is famous for its networking products like routers, switches and hubs. The company will roll out 2 new-generation HomePlug AV-certified powerline Ethernet kits. These two compact kits are Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit (XAVB5001) and the Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter Kit (XAVB5501), both of which possesses a filtered “pass-through” power socket. Netgear is claiming both of these two powerline Ethernet kits will be capable of reaching transfer speed of 500Mbps. They will be ideal for home and business users who work with huge file transfers. Netgear 500Mbps Powerline Ethernet Kits (XAVB5001 and XAVB5501) are networking devices you should have if you love downloading large music and video files from the internet.

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Netgear 500Mbps Powerline Ethernet Kits: 2 Models

Just like other powerline kits, the Netgear XAVB5501 AND XAVB5001 plugs into ordinary household power sockets and uses your existing electrical cable wirings to transmit data. The Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit (XAVB5001) and Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter Kit (XAVB5501), comes in a compact form factor which makes them 50% relatively smaller than their market rivals. Both of these devices strictly conform to the international IEEE P1901 Powerline standard.

These Netgear kits also were designed not to block an open power outlet when plugged-in, allowing you full use of the power socket should the need arises. Measuring less than a deck of cards, these powerline kits offer great convenience. In spite of the advent of Wi-Fi, its limited bandwidth makes it less attractive to people who owns home theater systems and has a library of HD movies. The Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit (XAVB5001) and the Powerline AV+ 500 Adapter Kit (XAVB5501) will let users enjoy up to Gigabit-fast file streaming of movies and TV shows.

Here are some Netgear 500Mbps Powerline Ethernet Kits Specs and Features you need to know:

Physical Specifications

  • Dimensions: 86 x 67 x 40 mm (3.38 x 2.63 x 1.57 in) each
  • Weight: 0.13 kg (0.28 lb) each

Network Ports

One (1) 1000 Mbps Ethernet port each

Typical Coverage

Up to 5000 square foot home

Compliance

  • HomePlug AV1
  • IEEE 802.3
  • IEEE P1901
  • European Code of Conduct (CoC) on Energy Efficiency
  • European Union’s Energy-using Products (EuP) Directive

Pros

  1. Gigabit-fast wired connection
  2. Extends a high-speed Internet connection to any power outlet1
  3. Perfect for connecting HDTVs, Blu-ray™ players, DVRs, PCs and game consoles to your home network and the Internet
  4. Compact design with push-button security
  5. Just plug into any electrical outlet and you’re good to go!
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