ZipZoomFly has the Linksys PLTK300 PowerLine Network Kit for $109 with free shipping. Uses existing power lines for networking and is compatible with HomePlug 1.0, standard routers and networked devices. Includes one single-port and one four-port adapter.
Product description from ZipZoomFly:
LINKSYS PLTK300 Powerline Network Kit 85Mbps Powerline Adapter Retail
Key Features
Works with HomePlug? 1.0 enabled devices Enable data transferring through existing power line 85Mbps transfer rate at physical layer 56-bit DES encryption with key management CSMA/CA scheme with automatic repeat request (ARQ) for reliable delivery of Ethernet packets via packet encapsulation Supports TCP/IP, compatible with standard routers and networked devices Windows-based utility for device management Integrated Quality of Service (QoS) features: prioritized random access, contention-free access, and segment bursting” Built-in 4 Ethernet ports of PLTS200 provide connection to up to four devices. Tech Specs
Model: PLTK300 Standards: HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u Ports: PLTE200: Power, Eth
ernet; PLTS200: Power, Ethernet 1-4LEDs: PLTE200: Power!
, Powerl
ine, Ethernet; PLTS200: Power, Powerline, Ethernet 1-4Modulations: Supports QAM 256/64/16, DQPSK, DBPSK and ROBO Modulation Schemes Security Features: 56-Bit DES Link Encryption Security Key Bits: 56-Bit Encryption Package Contents
Powerline 4-Port Network Adapter Powerline Utility and User Guide on CD-ROM 2 Ethernet Network Cables 2 Power Cords 2 Stands Quick Installation Guide Minimum Requirements
PC or other device with Ethernet Network Adapter AC Power Outlet Powerline Utility Requires PC with CD-ROM Drive Running Windows XP, Vista, or Vista 64-Bit with Latest Updates Maximum performance for the Powerline Network Adapter in Turbo mode is based on Intellon specification. Maximum performance for the Powerline Network Adapter in HomePlug 1.0 mode is based from HomePlug Powerline Alliance HomePlug 1.0 specification. Actual performance can vary, including lower Powerline network capacity and data throughput rate
. Performance depends on many factors, conditions and variables, including volume of network traffic, home wiring construction, operating system used, mix of networking products used, interference from other electrical devices, age of home wiring, wireline range and coverage as determined by wiring route or path between devices and other adverse conditions.
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