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IOGEAR Eliminates Wi-Fi 'Dead Spots' With PowerlinesIRVINE, Calif., May 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- IOGEAR has launched its Powerline Networking Kit, a connectivity tool that allows users to access home computers as networking and gaming devices, share Internet connections, printers, transfer files, play games and more through the most pervasive medium in the house -- the electric powerlines. With no extra wires, 56-bit DES hardware encryption, bandwidth up to 14 Mbps and a range of 990 feet, the Powerline Networking Kit is an easy-to-use tool for every connected home. It can also be used to extend a Wi-Fi network to the furthest part of the house or facility. "Users often experience the loss of a Wi-Fi signal when moving away from the room that has the router. A well connected home should allow people to work or play from any room in the house, while maintaining their space and privacy," said Miranda Su, vice president of sales and marketing at IOGEAR Inc. "By introducing the Powerline Networking Kit, we are giving users the ability to stay connected, whether they are working on an important email or playing their favorite online game." IOGEAR's Powerline Networking Kit is priced at $99.95 (MSRP) and is available immediately from all major catalog resellers, online resellers and selected retail outlets. It is compliant with HomePlug Powerline Specifications 1.0 and worldwide compatible. The only requirement for a successful installation is the 10/100 Base-connection. The Kit also comes with IOGEAR's standard three-year warranty. For further information on IOGEAR products, please visit http://www.iogear.com/. About IOGEAR IOGEAR, Inc., headquartered in Irvine, CA, is a leading connectivity manufacturer that provides complete KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse), Data Storage, Networking, Wi-Fi, FireWire, USB (Universal Serial Bus), Bluetooth, HomePlug and Peripheral solutions. The company targets home users, mobile professionals and small-to-medium sized businesses. IOGEAR has consistently provided products that incorporate innovative technology, delivering to the end-user outstanding functionality and capability. As one of the only true manufacturers in the industry, IOGEAR offers high quality products backed by the service and support that consumers demand. The company distributes products throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. For further information, please visit IOGEAR's Web site at http://www.iogear.com/. IOGEAR University is an online resource developed for consumers to grow and expand their knowledge of IOGEAR's KVM, Data Storage, Networking, FireWire, USB 1.1, USB 2.0 and other peripheral technologies. For further information, please visit http://iu.iogear.com/. (C) 2005 IOGEAR. All rights reserved. IOGEAR and the IOGEAR logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of IOGEAR. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners. Contacts: Aida Causevic/Noah Dye LEWIS PR 619/516-2559 [email protected] Photos available on request IOGEAR, Inc. CONTACT: Aida Causevic or Noah Dye, both of LEWIS PR, +1-619-516-2559,[email protected] Web site: http://iu.iogear.com/ Web site: http://www.iogear.com/ |