- Powerline Ethernet adapter turns any electrical outlet into a network connection
- Delivers up to 200 Mbps to any outlet, with no software required
- Built-in Quality of Service (QoS) enables smooth streaming, awesome gaming performance, and uninterrupted VoIP calls
- Ideal solution for connect PCs, game consoles, and digital media adapters
- At least two adapters are required to start your network; sold separately
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The NETGEAR HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter turns any electrical power outlet into a network connection. If you're looking for a fast, easy way to provide Ethernet connectivity to just about any device in your home, then this handy adapter is an excellent solution. The HDX101 gives you the bandwidth you need for high-quality video streaming, gaming, and VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol), without the headaches of running expensive Ethernet cables all over your home.
With simple plug-and-play installation, this device turns any electrical outlet into a network connection. This compact, handy device delivers up to 200 Mbps to any outlet, and with no software required, you'll be ready to network your home right out of the box.
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This is an ideal solution for connecting PCs, game consoles, digital media adapters such as NETGEAR's EVA8000, or a Skype cordless phone such as NETGEAR's SPH200D to your home network. Here's how it works: plug one HDX101 into your router and a nearby electrical socket, then plug a second HDX101 into any electrical socket that is conveniently located near the device you want to network. Each HDX101 has a built-in Quality of Service (QoS) that enables smooth streaming, awesome gaming performance, and uninterrupted VoIP telephone calls. The bottom line is, you get a powerful, seamless home network that runs on your existing wiring.
Please note that this product comes with only one HDX101 adapter. You'll need to buy at least two adapters to start your network, or you can purchase the NETGEAR HDXB101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Kit which comes equipped with two HDX101 adapters.
The Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter makes it a breeze to transfer large files to a network storage device, such as the NETGEAR Storage Central Turbo SC101 or the ReadyNAS NV+ RND4250. It supports up to 16 HDX101 units on one home network; and it easily coexists with a host of NETGEAR's HomePlug compatible products.
System requirements include a device for connection, e.g. an available RJ-45 Ethernet port, and Microsoft Windows Vista, XP or 2000 to modify encryption and settings. Microsoft Vista drivers are available at www.netgear.com/vista.
Note: Although the HDX101 may coexist with HomePlug 1.0 products, it is not compatible or interoperable with NETGEAR's XE104, XEPS103, XE103, XE102, or WGXB102 Powerline products.
In addition, this device can deliver up to 200 Mbps of throughput. The actual data throughput will vary depending on network conditions and environmental factors, such as network traffic volume, building material and construction, and network overhead.
What's in the Box
One NETGEAR HDX101 Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter, Ethernet cable, installation guide, setup CD, warranty card, and support and information card.
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MODEL- HDX101-100NAS VENDOR- NETGEAR FEATURES- Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter Turn any electrical outlet into an HD-streaming Ethernet connection! NETGEAR's Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter and Kit (HDX101 and HDXB101) for high quality video and gaming is an ideal solution for connecting a PC DVR X-Box 360 PS3 or other game console to the home network. Simply plug one HDX101 into an AC outlet near your router and the other HDX101 near the device you wish to network. Built-in Quality of Service (QoS) ensures high quality consistent performance for things like real-time HD video and audio streaming for a digital media adapter (DMA) like the NETGEAR Digital Entertainer (EVA700) or for Internet gaming and VoIP calls. With data rates up to 200 Mbps large file transfers to networked storage devices like NETGEAR's Storage Central (SC101) can be up to 12 times faster than previous Powerline networking products all with encrypted security. Includes Powerline HD Ethernet Adapter 6 ft (1.82 m) Ethernet cable Installation guide Setup CD Warranty card Support and information card.* Built-in Quality of Service (QoS) for video streaming gaming and VoIP.* Simple plug and play installation* Uses existing electrical wiring* Up to 200 Mbps data rates for faster file transfers* Predictable and dependable network speeds* Configurable QoS for advanced-users* Powerline-friendly -- easily coexists with NETGEAR's Wall-Plugged or HomePlug compatible products. -- SPECIFICATIONs -- CONNECTORs - (1) 10BaseT/100BaseTX/RJ45 Ethernet port (1) 200 Mbps Powerline HD interfaceINDICATORS - LEDs for Unit : Power " " Powerline: Line " " Ethernet : Link/ActivityCOVERAGE - up to 5000 square foot home (typical)REQUIREMENTS - For device connection: Available RJ-45 Ethernet port
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Whole House Networking Without All The Cables,
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I've been looking for a way to avoid running network cabling around my entire home. I tried the wireless route, and did not find the technology quite there yet for VoIP, Online Gaming and HD Streaming. When I stumbled upon the new PowerLine HD products. While this technology has been around for a while, this was the first time it looked mature enough to be "acceptable" in my network. After a little research I settled on the NetGear HDX101's.This product has performed marvelously. I am using them to bridge various local LANs (PC/Gaming, 360/Entertainment Center)I have in my home to the broadband router. At each HDX101 I am getting at least 100Mbs tx and rx. I then use a switch for each local network to connect all of the networked devices at that location. VoIP, online gaming and normal web surfing all going on at the same time worked great. Streaming media to the 360 from the PC, flawless. I heartily recommend this product to anyone who wants a fast network and doesn't want to bother running cable through the house.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great product if you have bandwidth issues,
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I have been using Wireless-G for my home network for the last 2 years. As far as connecting to the Internet, Wireless-G works great (including playing online games like World of Warcraft). However, the weakness of wireless started being apparent when I bought a SlingBox so that I could watch my Digital TV on my computer. Wireless-G was alright for this, but I could not use some of the more sophisticated features because of the bandwidth.The real problem occurred when I recently bought my XBox 360 Elite. I was all excited about the XBox 360 because you can watch things from your Media Center PC on your XBox 360. From the moment I tried to run Media Center from the XBox 360, I noticed that performance was horrible. Media Center itself ran sluggish. When I tried to watch a program I recorded on my Media Center PC, I noticed the picture was fuzzy and that often the sound and picture were out of synch. Sometimes, the picture froze for a moment. When I ran the performance tuning utility on Media Center, I was only getting 2 bars which was way below what was needed to stream standard TV. I started to look for solutions. At first, I considered Wireless-N, but dismissed it since I could not find any Wireless-N to Ethernet Bridge products available. I noticed the Netgear HDX101 Powerline HD at the store. It claimed that it could possibly reach 200Mbps. That rate intrigued me, but I knew that I probably would not get that (my Wireless-G with Speedboost never got beyond 54Mbps even though both the router and the card in my computer from the same company had that feature). I checked online to see reviews. They were mixed. I was especially concerned since I live in a home built in the 1930s with older wiring. I decided to try the Netgear product figuring I could return it if it didn't meet my needs. Installation couldn't have been simpler. Plug the adapters in a power outlet. One adapter I connected to my router. The other adapter I connected to my XBox 360. When I went into Media Center, I noticed that it worked normally (no sluggishness). I watched the video and it played back perfectly. The picture was much better. I was even able to watch Live TV from Media Center and it worked perfectly (something I couldn't get to work when I was using Wireless-G). When I run the performance utility now, I get all the bars which mean I can even stream HD videos. Now that I get such excellent bandwidth in my house, I really enjoy using Media Center on my XBox 360. Also, I am now able to use all the fancy video feature on my SlingBox. It looks great!!! An added bonus to this solution is that I do not have to worry about security like I did with wireless. My Wireless-G to Ethernet bridge supported only WEP security (which I don't trust anymore since I read an article that said WEP can be hacked in minutes). Only people inside my house can connect to my network now. I am so very pleased with this product. Thank you Netgear for making a product that is easy to install and works right out the box. I would highly recommend this to anyone who does a lot of streaming inside their home network.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great option for non-networked houses,
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I would give this product 4 stars if it weren't for Netgear's abysmal customer support.I get 20 - 30 mbps from one side of my house to another (across circuits), which is much better than I get using wireless routers, and plenty of bandwidth to stream standard def video. I would NOT count on these to stream HD content! The routers defintely get HOT. I would make sure there's some air-space around them. Finally, the Tech Support. I had a technical question regarding the ability of these devices to support half duplex operation. Netgear's response was to "elevate it to Level 2 Tech Support, please wait 24 - 48 hours for a level 2 Tech." Bottom line, never got to a Level 2. Submitted 4 responses over 4 weeks, and each time was told "Sorry, let's try again." I gave up. If these routers were offered by any other company, I'd avoid Netgear at all costs. (I hear D-Link is coming out with their own version soon - get those). If at this time, Netgear is your only choice, then yeah, go ahead. Oh, and to answer the question below, I'm assuming the claim to 200mbps is because of full-duplex operation, (100mbps each way simlutaneously), which adds up to a 200mbps connection. (Lies, lies, and then there's statistics). -Dan
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