Solwise Announces The PL-85PEW Homeplug 85Mbps Ethernet Adapter With A Built In 54Mbps Access Point

Published 27th February 2006

Hull, UK, February 27th 2006 – Solwise, a UK based 'Direct Channel' importer and distributor of Telecoms and computer products, today announced the Solwise PL-85PEW – The latest addition to the HomePlug Family.

The Solwise PL-85PEW is a Homeplug 85Mbps Ethernet Adapter with a built in 54Mbps Access Point. The HomePlug is using the Intellon 85Mbps Turbo chipset which means this adapter is compatible with the rest of the Solwise range. The built-in Wireless Access point uses the Infineon Wildpass Chipset - this solution transforms your home power circuit into a networking infrastructure and a WAN connection.

The PL-85PEW is ideal for anyone who wants to extend their wireless signal coverage for Internet access or to make an internal network. Built-in Quality of Service (QOS) for HomePlug also provides the necessary bandwidth for multimedia payloads including Broadband TV (IPTV), higher data rate broadband sharing, Online-Gaming, VoIP Calls, Wireless LANs coverage, Audio-Video transmission across the network as well as Network camera connectivity.

Easy to install and use, it plugs straight in to any existing wall electrical socket while having a low power consumption, it comes with 56 bit DES encryption ensuring that your network communication is free from eavesdroppers and hackers. The AutoMDI/MDIX functionality also simplifies and ensures a hassle free installation. Antenna is removable - Reverse SMA Connector.