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Actiontec Releases Second Generation MegaPlug AV Powerline Networking
Adapter Enabling Network Connectivity Behind the TV
SUNNYVALE, CA, Oct 15, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) --
Today's technology is bringing broadband to the entertainment
center. With more-and-more broadband-ready entertainment products on
the market Actiontec Electronics has the solution, today announcing
its Next Gen MegaPlug AV Ethernet Adapter, giving consumers an easy
way to connect bandwidth-intensive multimedia devices throughout the
home. The new adapter turns any electrical outlet into a high-speed
Internet connection, instantly networking TiVO(R) or other DVR
devices, satellite receivers, BluRay Disc(TM) players, Playstation(R)
3, XBOX 360(R), and any other Ethernet-enabled device at speeds up to
200 Mbps.
Many devices on the market are shipped with Ethernet-ready
connections allowing enhanced services including on-demand
programming, receiving software and firmware updates, retrieving
recorded videos on your PC, and viewing photos. Actiontec's MegaPlug
AV taps into your home's existing wiring, enabling instant
high-speed Internet connectivity wherever an electrical outlet is
present. Unlike wireless networking where signal strength and outside
interference can hamper the transmission of data, the MegaPlug AV
converts your signal, sending the information over your house's
electrical wiring. Your Internet's Ethernet connection is plugged
into one MegaPlug AV and plugged into any existing electrical outlet
while another MegaPlug AV is plugged into the nearest electrical
outlet to your Ethernet-enabled device, allowing a steady,
uninterrupted stream of data between the MegaPlugs. Up to 16 MegaPlug
adapters can be added throughout the home.
"Home networks are becoming ubiquitous, but they still are not easy
for the average consumer to understand. Configuration is not as
simple as it should be. With more on-demand and streaming
applications available around the entertainment center in your home,
having a solid, reliable connection is key to being able to enjoy
your movies or games without network hiccups," says Pat Hurley,
Director of Research at TeleChoice, Inc., and author of "Home
Wireless Networking for Dummies." "If you take a peek behind anyone's
entertainment center most likely you will not find an Ethernet
connection, but you will find an electrical outlet."
Based on the latest HomePlug AV standard for high-speed powerline
networking, the MegaPlug AV Ethernet Adapters more than double the
throughput rates of previous generation HomePlug solutions and
802.11g wireless networks. As a result, home theater owners and
"gadgeteers" can enjoy a wealth of enriched content anywhere in the
house -- in the family room, living room, bedroom, or office --
without having to string cumbersome Ethernet cables throughout the
hallway, open up walls for an expensive rewiring project, or struggle
with slow and spotty wireless connections.
Simplicity and security are at the core of the Next Gen MegaPlug AV
Ethernet Adapters, combining simple plug-and-play connections and
push-button advanced security features (128-bit Advanced Encryption
Security) to protect personal data and eliminate the risk of network
hijacking -- particularly critical in a dorm, condo, or apartment
setting. No configuration is required and connecting to the internet
is as simple as plugging an adapter into the power outlet and
connecting it to the device. With Actiontec's unique push-button
design, consumers with no home networking experience are able to
connect and protect their network in seconds without having to work
through complex user interfaces on the computer.
"Securing a network adds another level of complexity, often leaving
networks left unsecure and vulnerable," adds Hurley. "Actiontec's
'push button' security solution makes security attainable for any user
without relying on manuals, complicated configuration software or the
'techie' neighbor."
The Actiontec Next Gen MegaPlug AV Ethernet Adapter is available
immediately at leading retail and ecommerce stores including Best
Buy, Amazon and Buy.com for $169.99 MSRP for the standard two-device
set. The adapters support all operating systems including Mac OS(R) X
Leopard and Windows(R) Vista(TM) and are compatible with any wired or
wireless broadband router or gateway, satellite or cable set top box,
or any device with Ethernet capability.
About Actiontec Electronics
Actiontec Electronics develops broadband connectivity and
broadband-powered solutions that simplify and enrich the digital life
-- delivering a unified experience that encompasses communications,
entertainment, home management, and more. Actiontec offerings range
from the market's broadest selection of IPTV-capable broadband home
gateways for bringing IP-based video services into the home, to DSL
modems, wireless networking devices, routers and digital
entertainment devices. The company's carrier-class products are easy
to install, manage, and use, and are sold through retail channels and
broadband service providers. Founded in 1993, Actiontec is
headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, and maintains branch offices in
Colorado Springs, CO; Shanghai, China; and Taipei, Taiwan. For more
information, call 408-752-7700 or visit http://www.actiontec.com.
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respective owners.
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FutureWorks PR
(408) 910-4460
Email Contact
SOURCE: Actiontec Electronics
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