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Zyxel AV2000 Powerline Ethernet Adapter Starter Kit | Pass-Thru Power | Plug & Play | MIMO | HomePlug AV2 | 2 x Gigabit Ethernet | Ideal for Smart TVs, On-Line Games, 4K Streaming | PLA5456KIT
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Brand | ZYXEL |
Hardware Interface | Ethernet |
Color | Better - AV2000 |
Compatible Devices | Game Console |
Product Dimensions | 9.2"L x 7.4"W x 3.8"H |
Data Link Protocol | Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
Data Transfer Rate | 1800 Megabits Per Second |
Item Weight | 1.6 Pounds |
About this item
- 【Fast Powerline Speeds】Data transfer speeds of up to 2000 Mbps over existing electrical wiring for seamless streaming, gaming, and downloading
- 【High Performance Networking】Ideal for connecting smart TVs and online gaming, providing 4K streaming and lag-free gaming experiences
- 【Integrated Power Socket】Built-in power socket ensures that no outlet goes to waste
- 【Gigabit Ethernet Ports】Features two Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting devices such as gaming consoles, smart TVs, and computers directly to the network
- 【Simple Setup】Simply plug the adapters into outlets and connect to your router to create a high-speed network in minutes
- Expands your network for smooth 4K video streaming and lag-free online gaming
- Gigabit Speed with Advanced HomePlug AV2 and MIMO technology
- Two Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting multiple devices
- QoS for high bandwidth activities
- Simple Plug and Play Setup
- Pass-Thru Design for an extra power outlet
- Multi-colored LED indicators
- ZyXEL ONE Connect App for simple management**
- Kindly go through the user manual for all the models
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For gaming | 3.5 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 2.8 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
WiFi signal | 3.3 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 3.4 | 3.6 |
Tech Support | 3.3 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.3 | 2.7 | 3.5 |
Easy to install | 4.3 | — | — | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sold By | Zyxel® | Amazon.com | Amor Tech | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
data transfer rate | 1800 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1300 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second |
data link protocol | Gigabit Ethernet, Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet, Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
hardware interface | ethernet | usb | ethernet | ethernet | ethernet | usb |
weight | 1.56 pounds | 1 pounds | — | 1.85 pounds | — | 0.6 pounds |
From the manufacturer
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30 Years of Networking Excellence
Focused on innovation and customer-centricity, Zyxel Communications has been connecting people to the internet for nearly 30 years.
Our ability to adapt and innovate with networking technology places us at the forefront of understanding connectivity for service / telecommunication providers, businesses and home users.
- Need help? US-based phone, chat, and email support
- The PLA5456 provides AV2000 speeds
The Easy Way to Bring Fast, Reliable Networking to Any Room
The power of MIMO
WiFi got you down? Looking for the speed and reliability of a wired connection? Introducing the PLA5456, taking advantage of Multiple In/Multiple Out (MIMO) technology to convert your home's existing power outlets into high speed networking connections. Taking advantage of all three electrical prongs – power, neutral and ground, the MIMO technology provides a stable whole-home coverage solution.
Stream smooth 4K video contents, play lag-free online games or enjoy virtual reality in any room.
- Wired network reliability without the need to run new cables
- Multiple data streams (MIMO) with beamforming technology provide better coverage and more stable networks
- Simple plug and play design, no software to install or complicated configurations
- Filtered power pass-through power outlet
- Dual Gigabit Ethernet Ports to plug in multiple devices
- Based on industry standard Powerline AV2 technology for maximum compatibility
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MIMO with Beamforming TechnologyMIMO technology dramatically improves coverage and provides a stable network through multiple simultaneous connections. Multiple data streams (MIMO) with beamforming technology provide better coverage and more stable networks |
Say Bye to BufferingThe Zyxel PLA5456 can provide extraordinary speeds with built-in Gigabit Ethernet and up to 1800+ Mbps back-haul over your powerline network. It’s great for delivering ultra-high definition 4K video streams to your favorite network television devices. Gain advantage over your opponents with little to no latency for all you online games when you connect with Zyxel PLA5456 powerline adapters! |
Setup Couldn’t be Easier!Just plug a Zyxel PLA5456 AV2 AV2000 MIMO Powerline Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to an Internet gateway/router, and plug another powerline Ethernet adapter to a device, such as a video game console or a networked set-top box, that needs Internet connection in another room. It is easy and simple to transform power outlets into a wired Gigabit network. |
Filtered Power PassthroughThe built-in passthrough port means you don't need to worry about losing an outlet when you plug in the PLA5456. The passthrough port includes a built-in noise filter to make sure there's no hit to speed by anything you plug in. |
Industry Leading Technology
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Easy Security w Push Button EncryptionWith the push of a button you data is safe and secure with 128-bit encryption. Easily add additional powerline nodes without worrying about needing to configure complex passwords |
Smart Connection IndicatorIt just takes a quick glance to see how good your powerline network connection is. A multi-color LED on the front of the unit changes colors based on the strength of the connection. |
Easy ExpansionNeed to expand your powerline network to more rooms? No problem, just add additional PLA5456 adapters in any other rooms that need a wired connection. |
Dual-Gigabit EthernetWith two built-in Gigabit ports, you can provide a wired connection to multiple devices, making it perfect for home offices, game rooms, and home theaters. Need more connectivity, just plug in a Zyxel switch or Access Point. |
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Product Dimensions | 9.2 x 7.4 x 3.8 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.56 pounds |
ASIN | B0173CGWFY |
Item model number | PLA5456KIT |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #38 in Powerline Network Adapters |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 6, 2017 |
Manufacturer | ZyXel |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
Build Fast, Stable Home Networks with Gigabit Powerline Adapter
It connects your 4K television networking players with ZyXEL’s powerful PLA5456 HomePlug AV2 1800 Mbps* Powerline Ethernet adapter to stream 4K video contents smoothly and reliably to anywhere with a power outlet, thanks to its latest HomePlug AV2 technology that delivers data transfer speeds of up to 1800 Mbps*. You can also connect an additional video game console to the ZyXEL PLA5456 Powerline Ethernet adapter to enjoy a lag-free online gaming experience. Its convenient pass-through power outlet design allows you to use the same power outlet without sacrificing it.
Fast, reliable network connection right from your power outlets
Just connect one ZyXEL PLA5456 to your Internet sharing router or gateway, and another to the devices that needs Internet connection. With the latest HomePlug AV2 technology, it is easy to build a wired network with speeds of up to 1800 Mbps* connecting the two Gigabit Ethernet ports.
4K video streaming and two Gigabit Ethernet ports for network-intensive applications
Empowered by the latest HomePlug AV2 and MIMO technologies, the ZyXEL PLA5456 is offering the same networking performance as connecting directly to the router. It dramatically improves coverage through one or even two floors for Internet applications like radio, large-screen TV and Netflix 4K streaming simultaneously requested by two Gigabit Ethernet connections.
Easy setup for fast, stable and secured Internet anywhere in your home
The ZyXEL PLA5456 is very easy to connect and use even for those who are not Internet experts. Just plug and play, and you will have an instant hardwired connection anywhere in your home without having to run physical wires. Significant coverage improvement ensures fantastically stable connection across one or even two floors. Push the sync button on both PLA5456 and you get an instant, 128-bit encrypted network going through your powerline. It works like magic!
Convenient pass-through design returns you a power outlet
The ZyXEL PLA5456 offers a pass-through outlet which allows you to keep the existing powered devices connected. The embedded noise filter eliminates static from the connected electronics to further improve network quality.
ZyXEL ONE Connect to discover your home connectivity and activity
With ZyXEL ONE Connect router, you can detect your home network devices through ONE Connect app** installed to your mobile device.
* The theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from HomePlug AV2 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary from network environment including: distance, network traffic, noise on electrical wires, quality of electrical installation and other adverse conditions.
** ZyXEL ONE Connect router is required for all features on this app.
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Customers like the stability, performance, and ease of installation of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they mention it's consistently reliable, works well, and is easy to set up. That said, opinions are mixed on speed, portability, connectivity, and value.
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Customers like the performance of the network interface controller adapter. They mention it works well, is easy to set up, and has no problems. It also works much better at larger distances, and works well with two 4K IP cameras. The adapters are stable and usable, and the utility for Mac or Win is clean and useful, if a bit spartan.
"...It quickly found the network and was working like a champ. All the channels that weren’t working well under Wi-Fi were suddenly lively...." Read more
"I used these as a way to get wifi into a metal building. Absolutely worked. I found a video on youtube." Read more
"Worked great when paired with an r6080 router to get WiFi to my detached metal building." Read more
"...The product failed miserably. Packet loss of close to 30% over 100 pings. Howver, latency to gateway was between 3ms - 8ms which was good...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the network interface controller adapter to be easy. They mention that the setup process is straightforward, and the one-button connection is very easy. The setup software works well, and it is immediately useful upon installation. Customers also praise the adapters' speed and say that they pair with other adapters very quickly.
"...design so it doesn’t eat up the available outlet space, really simple to set up, encryption, and it works great...." Read more
"...As others have mentioned, installation was quick and easy (as it was with my older adapters) and I was connected in just a few minutes...." Read more
"...Decided to do Ethernet over power line. The two devices were easy to install and couple with encryption...." Read more
"...Setting it up was easy. Plug and play. Similar to majority of the powerline adapters out there...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the stability of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it is consistently reliable, well made, and has a stronger signal. They also appreciate that it works flawlessly, with no glitches or drop-outs.
"...my first set of Zyxel PLA5405 back in 2018 and they've been incredibly reliable. Now, I needed to add 2 more locations...." Read more
"Works as expected, reliable, would buy again" Read more
"...I would say this is a very good solid product if you want wired connection on all your rooms. Setting up is a very easy and simple...." Read more
"...Zyxel adapters are high quality, fast, and stable...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the units are well-made, support gigabit speeds, and are outstanding performance-wise, giving them between 60 and 200 mbps. Others say that the speeds are terrible, but at least reliable.
"...ZyXEL finally put a unit together that meets all of my criteria: high speed, two 1-gigabit Ethernet ports on each unit..." Read more
"...So, while these new Zyxel Powerline adapters are five times faster for downloads and streaming, and a noticeable improvement from my old adapters,..." Read more
"...However, I was able to see that the speeds would drop at certain periods of the tests which is most likely caused by the dropped in packets...." Read more
"...Speed had been very good. Speed test to internet will give 250 to 400 Mbs depending on traffic during test. Plenty good for data level required...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that their connections are great and they stream and surf the net at will, while others say that their connectivity was sporadic and their throughput was terrible. The original kit started dropping the Ethernet connection after many years of faithful service, and some customers say that the wall can cause it to lose connection to the outlet.
"...doesn’t eat up the available outlet space, really simple to set up, encryption, and it works great...." Read more
"...The two devices were easy to install and couple with encryption. Have been in continuous use for 8 weeks, not a single day of down time...." Read more
"The 2 thing paired up but displayed no internet connection and its so big that it takes up at least 2 ports vertically or horizontally" Read more
"...I’m happy that it worked at all. The connection stability and ping are also rock solid." Read more
Customers are mixed about the portability of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the pass-through outlet is a nice feature, while others say that the unit tends to block the upper power outlet for all but the smallest of plugs. The pass-thru design means that you don't have to. However, some say that it partially blocks the upper plug-in of a duplex wall socket when it's too tall. The unit ends up covering up the second outlet.
"...unit (for use with say a computer and a home video system), outlet pass-through design so it doesn’t eat up the available outlet space, really..." Read more
"...Passthrough power plugCONS:* Blocks some cords from the top plug* No screw-through to anchor it on the top plug*..." Read more
"...Also, ZyXEL includes a plug outlet built into the unit, so no issues trying to get the unit plugged into the outlet where you also have other things..." Read more
"...up is that the top of the adapter is a bit too large and renders the other outlet useless if you need to plug in a wall wart or something with a..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it works as described, is good value, and is worth the purchase, while others say that it is very disappointed and a waste of time/money.
"...Overall, I'm very happy with these new adapters and they were well worth the money for the speed increase...." Read more
"...adapters are old tech, false advertising and generally a waste of time/money. I KNOW you never get the advertised speeds of any device...." Read more
"...These things are worth every penny if you need to extend your network with something more reliable than WiFi...." Read more
"...All in all, the kit of two PBA's was a very great value and immediately useful upon installation. This is a solid 4+ star product...." Read more
Customers are not happy with the size of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it is too large and inhibits the upper outlet, and the top part is too bulky. This makes it difficult to use the power outlet and may not have enough clearance to use it.
"...1. The unit takes up a little too much space on the lower outlet plug, to the extent that I cannot plug in a 3-prong cord into the upper outlet...." Read more
"The 2 thing paired up but displayed no internet connection and its so big that it takes up at least 2 ports vertically or horizontally" Read more
"...It's possible to get a 3 prong plug in there but it's really tight fit and both plugs will not sit completely flush to the wall...." Read more
"...negative criticism I can offer up is that the top of the adapter is a bit too large and renders the other outlet useless if you need to plug in a..." Read more
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I just bought the ZyXEL PLA54526 HomePlug AV2 Powerline Ethernet Adapter. I had been holding off on buying a home powerline adapter for over a decade. ZyXEL finally put a unit together that meets all of my criteria: high speed, two 1-gigabit Ethernet ports on each unit (for use with say a computer and a home video system), outlet pass-through design so it doesn’t eat up the available outlet space, really simple to set up, encryption, and it works great.
I have a pre-internet circa-1980 house without the best wiring. My modem and router are downstairs and my Roku 3 and computer are upstairs. (I have a Roku 3 instead of renting a second cable box from the evil empire). I had been using Wi-Fi to stream upstairs, which works great for my computer, but no so great with the Roku 3. Several channels took way too long to load streaming content and many gave up in the process.
So I researched powerline adapters and jumped all over this one. The box includes two adapters, two 4-or-5 foot Ethernet cables and a set of quick setup instructions. Basically I connected 1 end of an Ethernet cable to my router and the other end to the first powerline adapter and plugged it into the wall. I then went upstairs and connected an Ethernet cable between by Roku 3 and the second powerline adapter and plugged that adapter into the wall. Both units powered up and gave me 3 green bars (best case scenario).
I turned on the Roku 3, changed my network setting from Wi-Fi to wired, and… it didn’t work. Easy fix. I went back downstairs and unplugged both the modem and router; waited 15 seconds; plugged them both back in and returned to the Roku 3 to set up the wired network connection again. It quickly found the network and was working like a champ. All the channels that weren’t working well under Wi-Fi were suddenly lively.
I am very pleased with this purchase.
Only downsides I have found so far are that:
1. The unit takes up a little too much space on the lower outlet plug, to the extent that I cannot plug in a 3-prong cord into the upper outlet. A 2-pronger is no problem. And of course a 3-pronger can be plugged into the powerline adapter itself.
2. Although you may not need it, the full manual can only be located as a download on ZyXEL’s website. Search for model #PLA5456.
3. The utility software (also a download) is not yet compatible with Windows 10. Again, you may not need it.
Even before my wife and I bought our home I knew I had my work cut out for me to get the network up to snuff. We wanted to put a security camera on the side of our house that was just outside of wifi range. As it happens, it was also over a solid concrete slab (the garage) so I couldn't do under it with cabling either. Enter these ethernet over powerline adapters. They turned out to be a great solution for us and they might be for you too!
*What I liked*:
These are stone simple to set up. Plug one in near your router (and plug it into your router with an ethernet cable) and the other in somewhere else in your house. So long as they are both on the same grid, you will have an instant connection!
They also have a security feature that encrypts the traffic which I consider to be critical as anyone else plugging into your grid with a similar tool could potentially gain access to your network without it.
The price is decent too at only $65 bucks. That’s WAY cheaper than running cable under concrete.
Their performance is also good. I was able to hit about 75% of the stated throughput. You may think that 75% isn’t a good number, but this type of connection is prone to a ton of interference that depends on the quality of wiring in your house, how far apart the units are, and what is plugged in near them among other things.
*What I didn't like*:
As mentioned above, they are prone to interference. If you have an older house with poor wiring, or if you have some appliances that interfere, these may not work well or at all. Be prepared for that possibility.
*The Bottom Line:*
These were the perfect choice for my needs. Our camera on the side of our house has been running flawlessly for the last 3 years thanks to these extenders. The minor downsides are definitely outweighed by the performance. This is a solid five stars out of five for me. Not only would I buy this over again, I have (for my parents house).
After receiving the powerline adapters, I could not wait and I immediately started the process to set them up. I was amazed as to how easy it was to setup and I was up and running in about 5 minutes or less. I have been up and running with this powerline adapter for around 2 weeks now and not a single problem at all. Network speeds are great and a lot better and more reliable than wifi. Since I have purchase mine, I have also recommended them to several others that are having similar issues to what I have had.
Thanks Zyxel for a quality product and thanks Amazon for a great price.