Netgear Powerline Ethernet Adapter (XE602) Review

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(More customer reviews)As an IT professional, I was skeptical like everyone else about this technology. We have a big problem with Wireless reception in the house (especially when using the cordless telephone) so I bought a pair of the Netgear XE602's to extend the DSL access downstairs.
I bought the Netgear over the Linksys after reading a review online showing the performance of a Netgear-to-Netgear powerline network runs circles around one that uses Linksys products.
Well I plugged it in, and it just started working. There is no configuration required-- there are no switches, buttons, knobs, software, or drivers required to make it work. No configuration screens, no clumsy web interfaces, no serial cables. You plug it in to the wall outlet, then plug it into your PC or hub, and that's it. We are getting multi-megabit speeds in a house where Wireless just wasn't reliable.
There is a lot of debate online about household devices that cause interference with Powerline networking. We have four computers, several TV's, air conditioning, etc. and have noticed no problems at all.
The Netgear is bundled with some security software that I haven't looked at. There is a concern that your Powerline network may bleed into your neighbor's house. I'm not too concerned and don't want the complexity anyway.
This is a very attractive alternative to Wireless if you don't need the roaming capability. The Netgear product is stylish, simple, and effective.

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No new wires - that's what NETGEAR's Powerline means to you. Powerline uses what's already there - your home's electrical outlets. Completely network your home by plugging in to the existing electrical outlets in every room, and then by plugging in to an available Ethernet port on your PC. Easily extend an existing Ethernet network to PCs in other rooms to maximize the use of all your peripherals. When combined with a Cable/DSL router, XE602 Powerline Ethernet Adapter makes high-speed Cable or DSL connection available at every outlet, in every room in your home. The Powerline network can be used to compliment your wireless network to provide network connection to the furthest reaches of your home. With a sleek and attractive silver casing, the XE602 complements your living environment and sports NETGEAR's new, easy-to-read icons.

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