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Turn your home or office powerline network to 14Mbps Local Area Network. Use PLANET's powerline communication products, your power outlets are no longer to be regarded only as power receptacles or network connection point. Powerline is the most pervasive medium with multiple outlets in every room. Simply by plugging the USB interface of your computer into PL-103U equipped power outlet, you are allowed to place a computer anywhere at home or small office with flawless and seamless high-speed network connection.

The PL-103U is an USB to Powerline network adapter with an USB type B connector for directly connecting to computer's USB port. It provides a power plug for directly connecting to wall outlet.

Security of PLANET's Powerline communication technology is assured by the use of 56-bit DES encryption ¡V the same system frequently used to protect banking systems all over the world, and is interference-free, to avoid the problems of wireless systems.

Product Application

PLANET provides several types of powerline products to meet various demands. As illustrated, a notebook with a built-in USB interface and NIC can connect to PL-103E or PL-103U freely, and roam in the house. Apply an ADSL modem or broadband router to one of the Powerline to Ethernet bridges, and all computers can share the Internet connection. With the PLANET Powerline products, no messy network cables and additional switches are required at home, and users can entirely enjoy home networking from now on.

Key Features

	Power adapter for directly attaching to power outlet
	Fully comply with HomePlug Powerline Alliance Specification 1.0
	Up to 14Mbps bandwidth on powerline interface
	Up to 90 meters between powerline nodes
	56-bit DES encryption to ensure data security and reliability
	Easy to use Windows-based security key configuration utility
	Easy to read LED indicators
	Support CSMA/CA protocol on power line interface

SPECIFICATION

Product
Model	PL-103U
Standards	HomePlug 1.0 USB 1.1
Ports	One Powerline port One USB type B jack
Speed	USB: 12Mbps Powerline: 14Mbps (actual throughput is about 6Mbps)
Powerline Frequency Band	4.3MHz to 20.9MHz
Encryption	56-bit DES with Key configuration software
LEDs	COL, ACT, LNK
Dimension	92 x 57 x 42 mm
Weight	85g
Certifications	FCC Class B, CE
Operating Temp.	0 ~ 50 degree C
Storage Temp.	-20 ~ 70 degree C
Operating Humidity	10~90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity	5~95% non-condensing
OS support	Windows 98SE, 2000, Me and XP
Utility compatibility	Windows 98SE, 2000, Me and XP

Ordering Information

PL-103U-US	Powerline USB Adapter (US plug)
PL-103U-EU	Powerline USB Adapter (EU plug)