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Netgear 85Mbps Powerline adapter review

Connect up to four machines with this Powerline switch kit

Our Score 3.5

Last reviewed: 2009-10-15October 15th 2009

Price at launch £95.00
Product Type Powerline Network Adapter
Connector Type RJ-45
Brand Name Netgear
Data Transfer Rate 85 Mbps, 85 Mbps Powerline
Coverage 464.5 Sq. meter
Manufacturer Netgear, Inc
Product Model XE103G
Product Name XE103G Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Manufacturer Part Number XE103G-100UKS
Manufacturer Website Address www.netgear.co.uk
Marketing Information

NETGEAR's 85 Mbps Powerline Ethernet Adapter is the fast solution for extending your home network by using standard electrical outlets. It delivers everything you need to set up an Internet connection in any room without running new wires. Once it is inserted into the wall outlet, simply plug one XE103 into your router and another XE103 into any Ethernet-ready device. For instance, you can use its 10/100 Ethernet port to connect a desktop or notebook PC, a gaming console, NETGEAR's SC101 Storage Central, a Slingbox, a DVR or NETGEAR's PS121 USB Print Server. You eliminate dead spots in your wireless network, while enjoying a fast 85 Mbps speed capable of transmitting multiple video streams at once and without interruption. With no software to install, setup is Plug and Play.

Interfaces/Ports 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Network, 1 x HomePlug 1.0 Powerline

Product Summary

85Mbps Powerline Adapter XE103

Netgear 85Mbps Powerline adapter

Price at launch

£95.00

For

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Four ports

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Simple setup

Against

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Only 85Mbps

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Can be obstructed by skirting boards

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No hardware security

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