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Product ReviewsTRENDnet TPL-406E2K 500MBPS Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Kit
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 Rating: Review Date: 01/29/15  |
Cons: None that I've noticed
Pros: "Plug & play", stable, consistent |
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Rating: Review Date: 01/04/15 |
Cons: Must be plugged directly on the wall
Pros: Easy Setup, fast connection, remove head pain ! Comment:
I've used this to plug my GF's laptop to the network since she got wireless issue. Everything is perfect since she went from wireless to wired. |
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Rating: Review Date: 12/17/14 |
Cons: need more than two per box(not really but would help)
Pros: easy to use good price Comment:
awesome product |
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Rating: Review Date: 12/10/14 |
Cons: -None so far
Pros: -Easy to setup-Speed is quite good IMO-Cheap Comment:
Very good powerline adapter kit from Trendnet. It is very easy to use, just plug in the adapters to any power outlet and the network is there. Compact design and will not block the other outlet. Push the button on the bottom of the adapters, and they will automatically renegotiate a new network, pretty secure.Advertised as 500Mbps but that's not possible is a little bit misleading though. However, on sales at under 30 bucks and I just can't complain. |
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Rating: Review Date: 12/08/14 |
Cons: - When wired to the network I get 50Mbps download using speedtest.net, using the adapters I get 12Mbps- 500Mbps in the description is misleading (I was not expecting 500Mbps), the adapters have 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports
Pros: - Easy to Install- LEDs indicate connection and data transfer- Got them on-sale for $28.99 Comment:
Directly connected the adapters to the outlets - no power bars , UPS, or surge suppressors. Data rate between the two levels in my house was 12Mbps - pretty poor.I was hoping to use the adapters wire-in my iMAC so that I didn't have to continue using WiFi, but the performance is actually worse.I have wanted to place a SIP phone is an area of the house where I can not wire Ethernet - I guess that is where I'll end-up using them. |
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Rating: Review Date: 11/28/14 |
Cons: Make sure you are confident in the wiring you are using.
Pros: Easy deployment, fast enough, and convenient. Comment:
These simple to use units make it easy to get decent network speeds to areas that are in wi-fi dead zones or in networks where people are concerned about wireless radiation (I know, I know, but I have given up arguing).Another good use is for renters who can't or won't pull cables through walls they don't own.Just be sure that the wiring in your home/office is modern and up to code. If you have any faults it can kill your speed or ruin the units. |
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Rating: Review Date: 11/05/14 |
Cons: No possible way to get 500Mbps from these
Pros: Works well, decent speed and is reliable so far Comment:
Been using these devices for a few weeks and they've been great no issues at all, connection is stable. Getting about ~50-60Mbps speed. Not sure why they advertise 500Mbps, they only have E10/100 interfaces so it's not possible to go over 100M. Also, the speed you get depends on the length/path of the electric wires in your walls and if they're on different 120V circuits (on different breakers).I did have a problem getting them to work on a power bar - they like to be plugged directly into the wall socket or they don't work well.Otherwise these are a great solution for decent (10-100M) connectivity where wireless isn't an option. |
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Rating: Review Date: 10/20/14 |
Cons: non so far
Pros: easy setup Comment:
have been using it for a month. came pre-programmed, just need to plug them in. no need to config. good connection, no issue so far. good deal when on sale under 30 buks |
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Rating: Review Date: 10/19/14 |
Cons: Quality control
Pros: Decent speeds, easy to set up, good power savings, small Comment:
After a really quick initial setup which involved updating the firmware and syncing the two units, everything was working great.About after 20 days the unit started to have intermittent dropouts. After 30 days, one of the units wouldn't power up at all.I bought the kit for 28.99 on sale and then had to pay 18.30 to send the unit back for RMA 30 days later. We'll see what happens... |
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Rating: Review Date: 10/09/14 |
Cons: definitely will not supply 500mbps due to the 10/100 connection jack.
Pros: -rock solid connection so far-small unitcheap Comment:
its not as fast as Cat6 cable but it is a heck of a lot more convenient than laying a cable across the house |
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Rating: Review Date: 09/12/14 |
Cons: Connection speed to home network
Pros: More stable than Wifi, compact unit Comment:
Good value for the money, but very disappointed with the speed of my connection. For Internet usage it is great. I am paying Shaw for 25Mbps Internet, which my PC hits without a problem. My concern is that my connection to my NAS server is between 1.5-5.5Mbps when moving files back or forth. When it was hard wired in my old home, I would get 35-50 Mbps without a problem.I have these units about 25 feet apart in separate rooms. One unit is plugged in to my Shaw Wifi modem, where I have my Synology NAS server, while the other end is in my office where my PC is. While the Internet speed is great, copying/moving files between PC/NAS is dreadfully slow. Nothing has changed with my Synology NAS, so I can only assume it is the ethernet over power adapters. Fortunately the Wifi streaming from my NAS to tablets, Chromecast, Roku, etc has been very stable. It is just aggravating copying 1GB of data and waiting 15 minutes in this day and age.I have also experienced a handful of service interruptions and once even saw my neighbors network after resetting the sync button (whom I assume must also be using network over power adapters). After resetting the adapters they are typically stable for at least 2-3 weeks. I can live with the occasional reset, but unless I can iron out the dreadful slow transfer speeds, I will be looking for a better permanent solution (relocating Shaw modem and NAS to PC room will require external wiring on the home which I don't want). My experience has mostly been positive. For the price I paid, my complaints may be overstated. If the speeds were better for my NAS, I would give it another star. |
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Rating: Review Date: 09/09/14 |
Cons: None.
Pros: Works great! Comment:
I bought this to hardwire connect a wireless access point back to my router. The access point is located on the first floor and the wireless router on the second. Wireless dead spots seem to be everywhere on my lower level.This powerline adapter kit works as advertised. According to the enclosed Trendnet utility I am sustaining a 200mpbs connection. My wireless coverage has never been better. Great Product! Highly recommended. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/18/14 |
Cons: I can't get more than 54Mbps
Pros: Small devices Comment:
As per invoice 3416023 I have ordered 2 sets of TRENDnet TPL-406E2K 500MBPS Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Kit Part 80858.I received the order and I got poor quality and defective devices.Even if I connect in same room I can't get more than 54Mbps.I have tested my network and my internet provider give me 150Mbps ( I have readings of 200Mbps straight on my router), when I connect via TRENDnet TPL-406E2K my readings drop to 15Mbps.When I did a firmare update on the second set, the device failed and didn't start up.Please advice what is the procedure to return the devices and get the money back.I am very disappointed about this product. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/15/14 |
Cons: Has to occupy lower power output
Pros: Easy to install and work perfectly with 4 units Comment:
This is easy to install and works well, faster and more stable than the 200MPS Trendnet units. Most of all it is stable with 4 units while the other one is not stable with 4.Great price at $32 taxes in and shipped too. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/14/14 |
Cons: none so far
Pros: Easy setup, stable Comment:
Bought these for $28 on sale. Been waiting for a good sale price. Easy setup, seems to work well enough. Haven't done extensive testing yet. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/14/14 |
Cons: Stable connection...no need to reset connection as of yet.
Pros: Extremely fast and EZ setup Comment:
Amazing price for this set. Remember if you try to connect older taps running 200, your overall speed will be reduced to 200mbps. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/14/14 |
Cons: One of the Best-Highly Recommended
Pros: One of the Best-Highly Recommended Comment:
As simple as plug in and play that/s all no need any configuration just make sure to plug direct to the wall. Thanks NCIX great price too will buy more when is on sale again. |
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Rating: Review Date: 08/07/14 |
Cons: Higher PING, short cables, can't plug into power bar.
Pros: Faster download and upload speed than wireless, no housing maintenance, was inexpensive on sale. Comment:
I have been using a wireless connection for over a year in my bedroom on the third floor of my house. My wireless modem was on the second floor and on the other side, about 40 feet away at a diagonal. Upgrading the wireless router and the adapter in my computer weren't exactly an option, neither was running 100 feet of RJ45 cable through the walls. This was a great way to get faster internet, especially at the sale price that I got it ($35 after taxes with free shipping). If you have a wireless connection but hate gaming online, this is a good recommendation instead of buying other hardware. Plus, you can put take the adapters to other parts of your house is you plan to move your computer or anything. It's a great compromise. |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/10/14 |
Cons: Units sometimes get quite hot. Nowhere near 500Mbps.
Pros: Easy connection. Good speed for the Internet. Comment:
If you plug these units into the outlets without plugging in any other appliances, you'll get a good and stable network connection. Each unit must occupy the entire outlet exclusively. Otherwise, you may get sudden slow downs or even drop outs. |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/10/14 |
Cons: It takes up a plug in.
Pros: Works wonderfully, easy to set up Comment:
Works great I moved my desktop to a different room of the house where there was no phone jack so this links my desktop to my telus modem |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/09/14 |
Cons: - Not really 500 mbps.
Pros: - Easy setup, plug and play. Didn't even read the manual.- Fast enough to utilize my full internet speed (10 mbps).- Came with two ethernet cords. Comment:
I had no problems setting this up. The hardest part was making sure my garage was on the same phase in the electrical panel. |
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Rating: Review Date: 07/04/14 |
Cons: - none
Pros: - instant setup- came with ethernet cords- quick speeds Comment:
Bought this to avoid having to wire ethernet, definitely worth the buy! |
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Rating: Review Date: 06/28/14 |
Cons: I haven't encountered any.
Pros: The setup was instant - completely plug and playthis device is that the network speed is plenty good enough for streaming video. Comment:
this is my first power-line adapter kit. I was amazed on how simple the setup was.Just plug them in, connect the cables, and it works.great product. |
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Rating: Review Date: 06/09/14 |
Cons: none for the price
Pros: compact,reliable so far, faster than wireless Comment:
bought this for my room which was getting a weak signal from my DLink N router. With this unit i get consistantly faster speed.I haven't had any disconnections so far. great bang for the buck. |
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Rating: Review Date: 05/20/14 |
Cons: Perhaps the throughput limit commented on by others, if accurate. Possible flakey connection to router.
Pros: Plug and play. No set up required. Comment:
Item works well. Once in the week thus far of ownership, the connection was lost, but I don't know if that was the device or the router. A renewing of IP address solved it. |
I've been using a previous generation set for a couple years, and I bought this set to expand my network. Plugged them in and they connected to my existing network within seconds. No muss, no fuss, stable and consistent. I definitely recommend these; even better if you can get them on sale like I did.