The Powerline AV 500 Mini Adapter uses your home's existing electrical wiring to extend your Internet connection. It turns every power outlet into a high speed network connection. Compliant with the Home Plug AV standard, it provides network access to your computers, game consoles, televisions, & any other Internet-enabled devices throughout your home. Compact design allows the Mini Adapters to fit discretely into your power outlet without blocking adjacent power sockets. Also available as a kit (DHP-309AV). This Powerline AV 500 Mini Adapter is compliant with the Home Plug AV standard & capable of delivering data transfer rates at speeds of up to 500 Mbps 2, faster than regular Powerline AV products. This rapid transmission speed makes it absolutely ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming, Vo IP phone calls, & lag-free online gaming experiences. This device provides ample network bandwidth, enabling you to tap into existing electrical wiring for high-quality multimedia streaming. Additional Quality of Service (Qo S) support prioritizes multimedia traffic over other types of traffic on your network connection, ensuring faster transmission. Plugs directly into a power outlet, & does not require any additional cables. Extend your home network by connecting multiple devices in the farthest corners of your home, or attach a switch or wireless access point to the adapter to connect even more devices. The adapter implements 128-bit AES data encryption at the push of a button to protect your network from any intruders. With hassle-free plug & play installation, it's an ideal solution to create a wall-to-wall home network. During periods of inactivity, the Mini Adapters will go into sleep mode to save power, reducing power usage by more than 70%, allowing you to save energy automatically without sacrificing on performance.