Welcome to “Making Your House Better.”

Today we’re going to be networking all five family computers together.

First you’re going to need your devices, obviously. And some Ethernet cables attached as well. Lastly, you’ll need a Linksys Powerline Network Kit. Try to make sure your kit has Turbo Technology. I’m not really sure what that means, but it’s dated and funny-sounding and it’ll make for a great conversation starter with your kids.

Okay, first plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the computer, like so. Now plug the other end into the port on the network kit. Now one of these modules has only one port, but the other has four. That makes these perfect if your family has some horrible pariah who must be kept locked away in a basement or an attic, but who still needs basic access to your network.

I suppose you could also use the single port for your computer and the quad for your printer, modem, fax, scanner, and what-have-you. But I really do recommend this for dungeons and shut-ins.

Just plug this thing into your power outlet. Now repeat these steps using the other adapter and blam! Networked! You’ve now got your five systems linked through the electrical wiring in your house! This saves you all that pesky “hole drilling” and “wire running” I’m always complaining about on the show, and you don’t have to worry about WiFi networks, passwords, and the like.

Plus it’s totally secure! Assuming no one is stealing your electricity with an extension cord. Which reminds me; tune in next week for our tips on how to save 100% on your power bill this winter!

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Features

Warranty: 1 Year Linksys

Features:

Instantly transform your home’s electrical power lines into a high-speed computer network
Plug into an ordinary wall outlet in every room you want connected—no drilling or extra wiring required
Quickly network computers, printers, storage drives, Internet modems, and other Ethernet‑enabled digital devices
HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo technology deliver speeds up to 85 Mbps—stream music and video, enjoy Voice-over-Internet calling, play computer games head-to-head, share photos, access storage drives and printers, and more
56-bit encryption helps keep your data protected and private
Connect 5 Ethernet-enabled devices right out of the box (4 in one location, 1 in another)
When you’re ready to grow your network, just plug in other adapters wherever you want them

Specifications:

Standards: HomePlug 1.0 with Turbo, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Ports: PLTE200: Power, Ethernet; PLTS200: Power, Ethernet 1-4
LEDs: PLTE200: Power, Powerline, Ethernet; PLTS200: Power, Powerline, Ethernet 1-4
Modulations: Supports QAM 256/64/16, DQPSK, DBPSK and ROBO Modulation Schemes
Security Features: 56-Bit DES Link Encryption
Security Key Bits: 56-Bit Encryption

Environmental Details:

Dimensions PLTE200: 5.83” x 1.38” x 4.06” (148×35 x 103 mm)
PLTS200: 5.83” x 1.38” x 4.06” (148×35 x 103 mm)
Weight PLTE200: 6.17 oz (175 g)
PLTS200: 6.70 oz (190 g)
Power 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz
Certification FCC, IC, CE
Operating Temp. 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temp. -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Operating Humidity 10 to 80% Noncondensing
Storage Humidity 5 to 90% Noncondensing

Minimum Requirements:

PC or other device with Ethernet Network Adapter
AC Power Outlet
Powerline Utility Requires PC with CD-ROM Drive Running Windows XP, Vista, or Vista 64-Bit with Latest Updates

In the box:

Linksys Powerline Network Kit
2 Ethernet Cables
2 Power Cables
2 Stands

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