Features
The ZyXEL PowerLine HomePlug AV 200Mbps (PLA-401) creates a simple high performance home network ideal for streaming high definition video content, audio streaming, gaming and Internet connectivity. It allows your home to be completely networked using your existing plug sockets with setup consisting of 2 easy steps:
1) Connect your PLA-401 to any existing plug socket and router
2) Connect another PLA-401 to any networked device and then plug in
Additional ZyXEL PLA-401 PowerLine HomePlug AV 200Mbps units can be added where required to extend the coverage of your home network.
Highlights
- Perfect for bandwidth hungry applications like HDTV streaming and gaming
- No power leads integrated plug enables you to connect straight into your plug socket
- Create a hassle free home network through your plug sockets with no need for additional wiring
- Alternative to wireless, no dead spots, no interference, no performance issues
- Available in both single and twin packs
Right product if:
- You need to connect an Ethernet device requiring a high bandwidth connection such as a HDTV media adapter, games console or more, to your home network
- No power leads - integrated plug enables you to connect straight into your plug socket
- You want to reach locations that your wireless does not cover or where wireless does not give the required performance
- You want to relocate your PC somewhere else in your home
- Easy to Install
- Simple to install with integrated plug design, simple to use, up and running in less than a minute!
- Extend your Internet access to any location around your home by simple connection to a plug socket
- The PLA-401 runs on your home electrical mains circuit, it therefore does not suffer the similar interference, dead spots, or performance issues associated with wireless
- 3x the distance of standard Ethernet - up to 300 metres coverage between PLA-401's
Robust Security
Automatically create a secure network. The network only extends as far as your electricity meter and uses 128-bit AES encryption for peace of mind.
Your network is contained within your mains circuit and is not visible to your neighbours!
Speed Ideal for Multimedia High Definition Streaming
Up to 200Mbps performance - perfect for streaming high definition video, music, email, web browsing and making broadband telephone calls at the same time!
Media Traffic Control ensures time sensitive applications like voice and video are given priority over standard email and Internet traffic.
Advanced Features
Advanced software is available on the CD. This is not essential to get your PLA-401 network running.
Specifications
System Requirements
- Notebook or PC with Pentium 300MHz or higher
- Ethernet port available for each device
- Any Ethernet device supported
- Advanced management utility only supported on Microsoft XP/Vista
Operating System Compatibility
- Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/XP64/Vista
- MAC
- LINUX
Network Interface per PLA-401 adapter
- 1 x RJ-45 (10/100 Base-T Ethernet)
Dimensions
- H 96mm x W 70mm x D 45mm
Encryption
- 128-bit AES Link Ethernet Encryption with Key Management
Warranty
- Two Year ZyXEL Manufacturer Warranty
- Lifetime Technical Support Hotline
o + 44 (0) 845 2267839
(Local call rate up to 4p per minute)
Package Contents
- 2 x ZyXEL PLA401 PowerLine HomePlug AV Adapters 200Mbps
- 2 x Ethernet Cables
- CD featuring Utility Management Software and User Guide
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
- (ZyXEL PLA-401 PowerLine HomePlug AV 200Mbps single pack also available)
Shipping

£6.99
Standard delivery by courier (5-10Kg).
With our standard delivery we aim to deliver next working day by 17:30.
This is not guaranteed and does not include weekends.
Mainland UK only.