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You have a wired network device in another room that needs Internet connection, but you don’t
want the mess running a long Ethernet cable to it? Grab a ZyXEL PLA5256, 1000 Mbps Powerline
Pass-Thru 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter. The PLA5256 utilizes the latest HomePlug AV2
technology that delivers wired speed of up to 1000 Mbps* through your power outlets — great for
streaming HD video contents or playing intensive multiplayer online games. The PLA5256 features
two Ethernet ports, making it perfect for connecting living room network devices such as set top
boxes or video game consoles. With the convenient pass-through power outlet design, it doesn’t
block the existing wall power outlets from other devices that require it.
Benets
Enhanced performance and range for smooth HD streaming and more
Build a wired with latest HomePlug AV2 up to 1000 Mbps* speed, with the ZyXEL PLA5256 to stream
high-denition videos without hitches or stuttering. The exibility provided by the two Gigabit Ethernet
ports allows you to simultaneously connect to the Internet and stream media to a pair of devices like
game consoles, PCs, smart TVs, NAS and printers.
• Up to 1000 Mbps powerline over
latest technology for smooth HD
video playback
• Two Gigabit Ethernet ports to
connect up to two devices
• Convenient power outlet pass-
through design does not block
existing power wall outlets
• Built-in Quality of Service (QoS)
ensures the best networking
experience for your devices
• Color LED indicator lights notify you
of powerline network performance
• Compliance with the existing
IEEE 1901 and HomePlug AV
technologies
Build Fast, Stable Home Networks with
Gigabit Powerline Adapter
PLA5256
1000 Mbps Powerline
Pass-Thru 2-Port Gigabit
Ethernet Adapter
600
4K
4K
1000
Powerline
Speed
(Mbps*)
4K 4K
Higher data speed,
more concurrent applications
200