The Linksys PLEK500 Powerline Wired Network Expansion Kit is a device that uses your home's existing electrical wiring to extend your internet network.
Here are the key details and specifications for the PLEK500 kit:
| Feature | Detail |
| Product Type | Powerline Network Adapter Kit (includes two adapters: PLE500) |
| Purpose | Extends a wired network connection using a building's electrical wiring. |
| Standard | HomePlug AV2 standard compatible |
| Max Link Rate (Theoretical) | Up to 500 Mbps (Megabits per second) |
| Ethernet Port | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) (1 port per adapter) |
| Security | 128-bit AES Link Encryption (configurable with the "Easy Connect" button) |
| Setup | Plug-and-Play, no software required for basic setup. |
| Range | Up to 300 meters over the household power circuit (typical for HomePlug AV2). |
| Power-Saving | Features a Power Save Mode that activates when the Ethernet port is unused. |
| Kit Contents | Two Powerline adapters and two Ethernet cables. |
