The D-Link DHP-P500AV Power Line AV 500 Passthrough Adapter turns every power socket into a possible wired network connection, by extending your existing network using the electrical wiring in your home. This adapter uses the latest Power Line technology to transmit data at speeds of up to 500 Mbps, allowing you to stream media content, game & browse the web simultaneously, & flawlessly. Convenient & secure setup The DHP-P500AV plugs directly into a power outlet, so you can extend your home network by plugging one adapter into your router, & another adapter into the room you want to extend your connection to. For convenient setup, an encryption key can be quickly configured at the push of a button on the device, to protect the network from any intruders. With hassle-free plug & play installation, the DHP-P500AV is an ideal solution for creating a wall-to-wall home network. Ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications This adapter is capable of delivering wired data transfer rates of up to 500 Mbps. Advanced technology built into this device makes it more resistant to electrical interference from other household appliances, so users can fully benefit from the maximum transmission speeds. This makes it absolutely ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming, Vo IP calls, & lag-free gaming even if everyone is online at the same time. In addition, its Quality of Service (Qo S) Engine prioritises Internet traffic, ensuring that multimedia applications do not experience glitches while web surfing & downloads are in progress. Compatibility Based on the industry-leading Power Line Alliance technology, the DHP-P500AV is compatible with other brands’ devices based on the IEEE 1901 standard. It is also compatible with devices implementing the former Power Line AV standard, such as D-Link’s DHP-306AV/-307AV, DHP P306AV/ -P307AV, & DHP-W306AV/-W307AV. D-Link Green The DHP-P500AV is part of D-Link Green, D-Link’s program for providing eco-friendly alternatives without compromising performance: if data transmission does not occur over a certain period of time, the adapter will automatically go into sleep mode to save power.