Overview

NETGEAR XE104 85Mbps Homeplug Ethernet Switch

Turns Any Electrical Outlet into a Home Network Connection
The NETGEAR XE104 85 Mbps HomePlug Ethernet Switch delivers everything you need to extend the Internet to any room in your home without having to run new wires. Simply plug one NETGEAR XE104 into your router and another NETGEAR XE104 (up to 4 can be used) to any Ethernet-ready devices including a PC, a gaming console, Netgear's SC101 Storage Central, a Slingbox™, a DVR or Netgear's PS121 USB Print Server.

And, the NETGEAR XE104's attractive white casing blends easily into any home decor without consuming floor or desk space.

Never have to worry about a signal being lost among household interferences again. The fast 85 Mbps speed can transmit multiple video streams at once and without interruption.

Easy
The NETGEAR XE104 wall-plugged Ethernet switch turns any power outlet into a 4-port home network connection. And, because there is no software to install, the NETGEAR XE104 is easy to set up.

Flexible
The NETGEAR XE104 switch extends your network to provide connections where wireless can't reach—without the cost or hassle of running new wiring. Just plug the XE104 wall-plugged Ethernet switch directly into the wall outlet, and you're ready. The NETGEAR XE104 connects multiple devices to your network:

• Game Consoles
• Desktop PCs
• Notebook PCs
• Storage Central
• SlingBox™
• Internet Routers

Performance
The NETGEAR XE104 works with UK 240 volt electrical sockets and is compatible with any standard 10 or 100Mbps Ethernet drive. The switch reaches data rates up to 85Mbps with other XE104 PowerLine devices. The NETGEAR XE104 4-port switch is ideal for setting up a LAN party in minutes.

Product Highlights

• Turns any electrical outlet into a 4-port Home Network connection
• PC’s in different rooms can share a Broadband Internet connection, files and printers without running any new cabling
• Remotely connect popular gaming consoles to a broadband Internet connection, or to other consoles in the same or other rooms
• Extends Internet coverage to the whole house, including areas where a wireless network may not reach
• Transfers data at a fast 85 Mbps speed with encrypted security
• Attractive wall-plugged unit does not cause power surges or increase electricity consumption

Ethernet Specification IEEE 802.3

• Auto MDI / X
• Compatible to HomePlug standard

Protocols

• CSMA/CD

Transmission Rate

• Up to 85 Mbps (Turbo)

Transmission Mode

• Asynchronous

Modulation

• OFDM - 84 Carrier

Range

• Up to 200m via power supply system

Security

• DESpro via power supply system

LEDs

• 1 x 3 status HomePlug connections
  - Unit:Power
  - PowerLine:Link
  - Ethernet:Link/Activity

Power Connection

• UK power plug

Network Ports

• 4 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports
• One 85 Mbps PowerLine port

Power Consumption

• 4W max

Power Supply

• Integrated 230V AC supply via power socket

System Requirements

• For device connection: Available RJ-45 Ethernet port
• To enable encryption: Windows® 98, ME, 2000 and XP

Warranty

• 1 Year

Dimensions

• 83 x 65 x 55mm (H x W x D)

Package Contents

• NETGEAR XE104 85 Mbps Wall-Plugged Ethernet Switch
• 5-ft.(1.52) Ethernet cable
• Installation guide
• Resource CD
• Warranty card
• Support and information card