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D-Link DHP-1320

$129.99 Released January, 2011

The Pros:Internal power adapter - no bulky adapter to take up multiple wall sockets, create an eye sore. Easy to use CD-based setup wizard. Web-based interface is well designed, offers more features than the setup wizard.

The Cons:Wired ports are not Gigabit (the latest and fastest standard). Only supports the 200Mbps HomePlug AV PowerLine standard - rather than the latest 500Mbps standard. Not dual-band - only transmits over the older, more crowded 2.4GHz band.

The D-Link DHP-1320 is a powerline adapter that includes WiFi support. Standard 802.11g/n WiFi is supported at speeds of up to 300Mbps, and wired connections can be made through the household electrical wiring system at speeds of up to 200Mbps.

The design allows for quick automatic setup through the use of a PowerLine Sync Connection button to establish connections over the electrical system and a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button for WiFi setup. Built-in QoS ensures that multiple streams can run simultaneously across the network without interrupting each other. Security is handled through WPA or WPA2 security protocols, and encryption is handled through 128-bit AES.

Features

IEEE 802.11n and 802.11g Compliant
Up to 300Mbps Throughput for Wi-Fi Network
Up to 200Mbps Throughput for PowerLine AV Network
Uses Your Home’s Existing Electrical Wiring by Plugging into Power Outlets
PowerLine Sync Connection (ENY) Button
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for Simple Push-Button Wireless Network Configuration
Built-in QoS Engine Enhances Internet Experience
Three 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Ports
Supports Secure Wireless Encryption Using WPA or WPA2
Power Saving Mode
Supports 128-bit AES Encryption For PowerLine Network Security
Plug & Play Installation
24/7 Basic Installation Support
1-Year Limited Warranty

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Pros

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internal power adapter - no bulky adapter to take up multiple wall sockets, create an eye sore
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easy to use CD-based setup wizard
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web-based interface is well designed, offers more features than the setup wizard
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PowerLine capable - is capable of transmitting an internet connection over your houses wiring to adapters
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SharePort Network USB connection - share a networked printer or USB storage drive over your network without an online PC host

Cons

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wired ports are not Gigabit (the latest and fastest standard)
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only supports the 200Mbps HomePlug AV PowerLine standard - rather than the latest 500Mbps standard
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not dual-band - only transmits over the older, more crowded 2.4GHz band
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somewhat bulky unit
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SharePort Network USB connection requires software be installed, not as versatile as other router USB implimentations