Netgear XET1001

The Netgear XET1001 is a Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter with a speed of 85 mbps that offers the average homeowner a cheap option relative to the cost of having Ethernet lines installed. By using the powerlines of a house as high speed connections, when a XET1001 adapter is plugged in and an Ethernet-equipped device (such as a PC, laptop, TiVo, or game console) is connected to its Ethernet port, it becomes part of a network capable of sharing internet and transferring data such as documents and video back and forth.

The XET1001 supports HomePlug 1.0 and Windows 2000/XP/Vista and features data encryption of the network for security. Included with the adapter is an Ethernet cable, installation guide, setup CD, warranty card and support and information card. Note that at least two XET1001 adapters are needed to create a network, but a XEB1004 kit including an adapter and an updated 4-port adapter is also available.