Sometimes it just not possible to get a decent wireless signal in certain places in your home. That’s where powerline devices come in. We have the latest kit from devolo in for testing – the dLAN 500 AC Wireless+ starter kit, and here is our review.
In the dLAN 500 AV Wireless+, devolo combines all the features of a high-performance Powerline adapter in one housing. Integrated WiFi for an optimal connection to wireless terminal devices such as a smartphone or laptop, three LAN ports for connecting network-compatible devices. Using the integrated electrical socket, power strips and other devices up to 16 amps can be connected. Never has it been easier, faster or more secure to network wireless and stationary devices!
Who are devolo?
From their website:
devolo AG is the leading European company on the market in Powerline communication solutions. The company’s core product is dLAN, a technology that allows flexible networks via existing wiring like electrical and coaxial lines. Powerline solutions are employed in private households as well as commercial environments and they lead the way in future-oriented energy data distribution and home automation.
Features
• dLAN Powerline adapter for Internet and network connection via household power lines into any room – whether cabled or via WLAN. All devices in the room have an optimum connection
• Easy and flexible set-up of WLAN zones – every power outlet is a WLAN access point (2.4 / 5 GHz frequencies selectable)
• 3 LAN ports for easily connecting cable-based devices such as PCs, printers, TVs or game consoles
• The integrated electrical socket ensures that no power outlet is lost! You can connect terminal devices and power strips directly to the adapter
• Integrated mains filter ensures interference-free data transmission, even when multiple devices are plugged in
• 500 Mbps (gross) connection for fast data transmission in dLAN Powerline home network, 300 Mbps (gross) in WLAN operation (IEEE 802.11n standard)
• Power outlet adapter with integrated antennas (MiMo arrangement) for optimal transmitting power and flexible positioning
• If WLAN is not needed, it can be switched off easily using a switch on the housing. In addition, automatic WLAN time control via software configuration is possible
• Encryption for WLAN (WPS, WEP, WPA/WPA2) and dLAN (AES) at the touch of a button
• Thanks to the patented PowerSave technology witch reduces the energy consumption automatically
• Compatible with all dLAN 200 and 500 AV adapters (HomePlug AV)
• Compatibility with all 200 and 500 AV adapters (HomePlug AV)
• 3-year manufacturer‘s warranty, as unit is designed, tested and certified in Germany
Specifications
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