TRENDnet Intros New, Smaller 200Mbps Powerline Adapters

Powerline isn't as popular as it once was, but it's still living life as best it can. TRENDnet has just launched a new, smaller adapter that's actually poised to hide out pretty well in your living room. The 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter with Bonus Plug, model TPL-307E, and the 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter Kit with Bonus Plug, model TPL-307E2K, which comes with two TPL-307E adapters, are the newest products from the company, able to pipe Ethernet signals via a home's power wiring. It's geared to be more reliable than Wi-Fi, and with 200Mbps speeds, the throughput is certainly higher.

The TPL-307E replaces the bulkier TPL-304E series and features a compact product housing, built in electrical outlet, embedded power saving technology, and an advanced electrical noise filter which boosts performance by reducing background electrical signal interference. The 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter with Bonus Plug works with any electrical outlet, creating a secure high speed building-wide network. A minimum of two adapters are required to create a Powerline network. Consumers don't lose the use of an outlet with the TPL-307E;a bonus electrical socket is built into the front face of the adapter itself. Connect one adapter to your network and plug another adapter into any outlet on your electrical system for instant high speed network access.


TRENDnet adapters connect automatically to each other over a secure encrypted signal with no CD installation required. For additional security, press the Sync button to change existing encryption keys. Use up to 6 Powerline adapters to network devices in different rooms without running new cabling. LED displays convey device status for easy troubleshooting and advanced AES encryption secures your network. Embedded power saving technology lowers power consumption by up to 70% in standby mode-resulting in measurable power savings, given that the device is always on.

The 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter with Bonus Plug, model TPL-307E, comes with a three year limited warranty and is currently shipping to TRENDnet's online and retail partners for $69.00 The 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter Kit with Bonus Plug, model TPL-307E2K, comes with a three year limited warranty and is currently shipping in America for $129.99.