Performance
| Built-in power socket |
Y |
| Ethernet LAN interface type |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| Frequency range |
2 - 86 MHz |
| PowerLine standard |
HomePlug AV2 |
| Encryption button |
Y |
| Modulation |
16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM, 4096-QAM, 1024-QAM, OFDM, BPSK, ROBO, QPSK |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support |
Y |
| Power plug |
Type F |
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
1000, 100, 10 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi |
N |
| Maximum operating distance |
300 m |
Packaging content
| Quick installation guide |
Y |
Additionally
| Transfer rate (Mbps) |
1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
2 |
PLA5256, 1000 Mbps, Gigabit Ethernet, 300m, 15 A Max, 250 V, Type F, Single, White
<b>Build Fast, Stable Home Networks with Gigabit Powerline Adapter</b>
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.
<b>Enhanced performance and range for smooth HD streaming and more</b>
Build a wired with latest HomePlug AV2 up to 1000 Mbps* speed, with the ZyXEL PLA5256 to stream high-definition videos without hitches or stuttering. The flexibility 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.
<b>Convenient pass-through design that doesn’t block power outlets</b>
The ZyXEL PLA5256 doesn’t block power outlets but offers a pass-through outlet instead, which allows you to keep the existing powered devices connected. The embedded noise filter eliminates static from connected electronics to further improve network quality.
<b>128-bit AES encryption for network protection</b>
Keep snooping eyes at bay with the advanced end-to-end 128-bit AES encryption built into the ZyXEL PLA5256. It prevents users outside of your network from entering your personal local network.
<b>Quality-of-Service for unparalleled networking performance</b>
The ZyXEL PLA5256 allocates proper bandwidth automatically for the powerline network to fully utilize your bandwidth. Get the unparalleled networking experience with extremely easy, straightforward setup.
* The theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from HomePlug AV2 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary from network environment including: distance, network traffic, noise on electrical wires, quality of electrical installation and other adverse conditions.
