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Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit

Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit

Item: 927661    Model: XAVB5101-100PAS

Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit
4.5stars
( 47 reviews)
  • Extend your network - Extend Internet access throughout your home to any electrical outlet for desktop PCs, gaming consoles and set-top boxes
  • Gigabit-fast wired connections - Speeds up to 500 Mbps enable applications such as streaming mulitmedia, multiplayer gaming, and multiple HD video streams
  • Plug-and-play - Sets up in minutes, no need to configure or install software
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Extend your network - Extend Internet access throughout your home to any electrical outlet for desktop PCs, gaming consoles and set-top boxesGigabit-fast wired connections - Speeds up to 500 Mbps enable applications such as streaming mulitmedia, multiplayer gaming, and multiple HD video streamsPlug-and-play - Sets up in minutes, no need to configure or install softwareAV 500 Adapter KitExtend your network - Extend Internet access throughout your home to any electrical outlet for desktop PCs, gaming consoles and set-top boxesGigabit-fast wired connections - Speeds up to 500 Mbps enable applications such as streaming mulitmedia, multiplayer gaming, and multiple HD video streamsPlug-and-play - Sets up in minutes, no need to configure or install softwareNetgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kithttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0410727_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0410727_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0410727http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416436_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416436_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416436/Netgear-Powerline-AV-500-Adapter-Kit/product_927661Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit4.547
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Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit
 
4.4

(based on 47 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (33)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (4)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (24)
  • Easy to set up (22)
  • Easy to use (20)
  • Reliable (15)
  • Fast (14)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home networks (17)
    • Home or business (13)
    • Small offices (9)
    • High volume (4)
    • Highly secure networks (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Quality oriented (17), High bandwidth user (14), Casual user (7), Professional (5), Budget shopper (4)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (37), Business (8)
      • Computer Platform:
      • PC (40), Mac (5)

    Most Helpful Positive Review

     

    Stable connection and Fast!

    Our strong wireless internet reception is reliable in most of the house except for the living room where it's glitchy when people walk by. So, we decided to try a Powerline connection instead. The...Read complete review

    Our strong wireless internet reception is reliable in most of the house except for the living room where it's glitchy when people walk by. So, we decided to try a Powerline connection instead. The only type that's fast enough to stream full 1080p HD video is the 500Mbps range such as this Netgear AV500. It's also true that old house wiring, AFCI breakers, cellphone chargers left plugged in when not in use, surge protector/power strips, and other things can reduce the speed or quality of a powerline network. Anyway, our house is 10 years old with none of those problems, and the PC is located about 30 feet from the power outlet where the router is (one room away). Have tested our internet speed several times over the last few days and we are now getting the same speed in the living room as we do on wired ethernet connections right beside the router - around 22Mbps (except during busy times when Comcast throttles everyone's speed down to about 9.5Mbps). So, the powerline connection is a success and seems very stable. Hope it lasts for years! Hookup was simple. First, we unplugged the USB wireless adapter from our living room pc. Then, plug in one Netgear powerline adapter to a power outlet near the router and connect them together with the supplied ethernet cable (about 6 feet long). Then, plug in the other adapter to a power outlet near our home theater pc in the living room, and use the other supplied ethernet cable to connect the pc's network jack to the Netgear adapter. We did not get an instant connection. Restarted the living room pc and, after it booted up and settled down, the connection was working at full speed! Pretty easy overall. One more thing - Staples.com matched a lower price we found from an online competitor. Thanks, Staples!

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    Most Helpful Negative Review

     

    Bad throughput

    Max throughput I got was 24 Mbps as opposed to the 500 Mbps advertised. The devices were plugged in on same circuit and within 0 feet of each other. This one is going back ...Read complete review

    Max throughput I got was 24 Mbps as opposed to the 500 Mbps advertised. The devices were plugged in on same circuit and within 0 feet of each other. This one is going back to Staples.

    I have 4 year old Linksys powerline devices that give my 65 Mbps (advertised: 85 Mbps) on the same exact test.

    Reviewed by 47 customers

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    5.0

    Did the Trick!

    By Sunshine

    from Telford, TN

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy To Set Up
    • Highly Compatible

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit:

        The challenge was to achieve good wireless connection between a computer and router located at opposite ends of the house. We had tried 2 different USB adapters, both with limited success. This Netgear Powerline adapter was super easy to install and works like a charm! Highly recommended for anyone with a difficult wireless environment.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal
        • Computer Platform:
        • PC

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        5.0

        Beats running cable

        By Ken

        from Manhattan, KS

        About Me High bandwidth user

        Verified Buyer
        This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

        Pros

        • Comes With Two Cat5 Cable
        • Easy To Set Up
        • My Speed Is Still Up

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit:

            My wireless internet was at low signal strenghth. My options were to run a 100 foot cable, get a wifi extender, move the destop closer or get this set up. I decided on picking these up at the local Staples store. Within minutes of unpacking, I had both plugs in and the Cat5 cables that come with it out and ready to go. My computer automatically noticed it as a regular connect. I did speed test before I plugged them in. My wireless was showing 10Mbps and with these plugged in, I was able to hit atleast 15Mbps. Of course this was during peak time in my area (4-7PM) so I am sure it's faster in the morning, late at night.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal
            • Computer Platform:
            • PC

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            5.0

            Excellent Product

            By Gil

            from Connecticut

            About Me Professional

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Home Networks

              Comments about Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit:

              I needed to expand my network to an area wireless would not reach. Plugged each block in and it worked right away. No settings, no configuration, not even a button to press. An added benefit is that it is faster than the wireless connection without dropouts.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal
              • Computer Platform:
              • PC

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              4.0

              Innovative Network Adapter

              By T-Man

              from Charleston, WV

              About Me Casual user

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home Networks

                Comments about Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit:

                Purchased this adapter to connect to a Smart TV because my WiFi signal was too weak. Considered using a range extender, but thought an ethernet connection might be preferable. The Powerline adapter was easy to install and setup. However, the internet speed is just marginal based on the indicators on the adapters. Nonetheless, I am able to connect to the internet through my TV and can stream movies without difficulty. Overall, I am satisfied with my adapter, and would recommend it for similar arrangements.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal
                • Computer Platform:
                • PC

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                4.0

                Netgear Network Extender

                By mkpoe

                from Warwick, RI

                About Me Casual user

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Compact
                • Easy To Set Up
                • Highly Compatible
                • Secure

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • High Volume
                  • Home Networks
                  • Small Offices

                  Comments about Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit:

                  This item was very easy to add to my home network. I have my modem in my office, and this item allows me to extend my network to the living room for networking my smart TV and BlueRay Player. Setup took about 5mins and was just a matter of pluging one unit into the wall by my modem and the other by my entertainment center. No additional setup was necessary. I believe there was an installation CD included with this item, but it was not needed for my purposes. I would definitely recommend this item to a friend.

                  • Primary use:
                  • Personal
                  • Computer Platform:
                  • Mac

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                  • Q:

                    Hi I have this product and the second picture on this product will not light up and is preventing me from using it is there anything I can do to change it
                    Asked on 12/27/2012 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

                    • A:

                      Hi: I would recommend speaking to customer service about it--it is possible that the product is defective & you may need to return it.

                      Answered on 12/27/2012 by Community Answer from None
                  • Q:

                    Just purchased a pair of xavb5001 powerline adaptors. They work fine, however they never appear to go to powersave mode, ever. So, I did a quick test to ensure it wasn't the led light. I unplugged the ethernet chord from the adaptor and indeed did it turn "amber" in color and did go to powersave mode.

                    Otherwise, with everything plugged in, my adapters never go to powersave mode. Any thoughts on how or what I can do to get this to happen? Thanks in advance.
                    Asked on 3/17/2012 by Anonymous

                    2 answers

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      Due to the nature of your inquiry, please contact Netgear at 888-638-4327.

                      Answered on 3/19/2012 by Bonnie B from Staples
                    • A:

                      According to the manual (page 6), this device enters power saving mode if the Ethernet port is not linked for more than ten minutes. It sounds like it properly detected when you removed the Ethernet connection altogether. Is it possible that whatever you have plugged into the device is keeping the Ethernet link status up? Is the Ethernet LED (on the right) dark? ftp://downloads.netgear.com/files/XAV5001_UM_23FEB2011.pdf

                      Answered on 3/20/2012 by Community Answer from None
                  • Q:

                    I would like to connect up one of these to our wireless router, use the other one in the basement with a sensaphone web 600. Could I then add a third powerline adapter in our family room for Netflix streaming video? Thanks
                    Asked on 2/27/2012 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      Yes, this will work, however; you will still need a compatible Netflix device to stream video.

                      Answered on 2/29/2012 by Dawn B from Staples
                  • Q:

                    Can I get netflix and other streaming video and music services with this unit?
                    Asked on 2/16/2012 by Anonymous from Las vegas

                    1 answer

                    • A:

                      The Netgear Powerline AV 500 Adapter Kit supports streaming of video and music across the internal network of powerlines.

                      Answered on 2/17/2012 by Community Answer from None
                  • Q:

                    Can you use a one or two wireless routers with this? I mean can i have one router on one end of the house, then out of the receiver, have another? Can you even use on wireless router with this product? Thanks
                    Asked on 9/19/2011 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      This unit does not have wireless capabilities.

                      Answered on 9/21/2011 by Darlene S from Staples
                  • Q:

                    Could this kit be used to extend the wireless network at a church. The wireless network at the church does not reach to the downstairs fellowship hall. We would like to extend the same wireless network that is used on the second floor to the floor below, where the fellowship hall is located. This current wireless network does not broadcast it's SSID, and is using WPA2 personal.
                    Asked on 6/14/2011 by Dawn from Greeneville, TN

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      Yes this particular product could be used to extend your wireless range.

                      Answered on 6/17/2011 by Sarah P from Staples
                  • Q:

                    Hello, I was wondering, what else do I need to buy in order to get this product to work? I currently have the fastest (or quickest) internet speed through cox and am using a motorola 3.0 modem along with a Netgear N600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router. I saw that someone else was running a boat load of stuff as I am, I have two x box 360's live, three laptops, an IPad, a wireless printer, one wireless blue ray player, and I acidentally bought a new blue ray player and didn't realize that it wasn't wireless. So my first question was will this work for that so that it is hooked directed up to the ethernet cable and second, what else do I need to purchase for this to work properly? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

                    Thank You

                    Amy
                    Asked on 5/21/2011 by amy from queen creek, az

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      To connect your Blu-ray player to your home network, you would only need to puchase this product and connect it to your player through a ethernet cable. If you do not own an ethernet, it would be necessary to purchase this item separately. To place an order for this item, please contact us at 1-800-333-3330.

                      Answered on 5/25/2011 by Liz C from Staples
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