Released on: May 6, 2008, 3:55 pm

Press Release Author: Brian Blank

Industry: Electronics

Press Release Summary: Based on HomePlug AV standard, Actiontec MegaPlug AV
Powerline Gaming Kit turns any electrical outlet into an instant gaming network
connection - with speeds up to 200 Mbps

Press Release Body: Sunnyvale, Calif., May 6, 2008 - Actiontec Electronics today
released the MegaPlug AV Powerline Gaming Kit, a next-generation powerline
networking solution designed to maximize the online gaming experience with fast
speeds and the simplicity of cable-free configuration. Based on the latest HomePlug
AV standard, MegaPlug enables gamers to connect their PC, Xbox, Playstation,
Wii, or other gaming console to the Internet through their home's electrical
wiring - and enjoy fast speeds up to 200 Mbps without cumbersome Ethernet cables.

Actiontec's MegaPlug AV solution addresses the chief complaints with using wireless
networks for online gaming - namely dead spots, frozen graphics, sound delays, and
unreliable performance. MegaPlug doubles the bandwidth of 802.11g wireless networks,
and offers low latency (less than 3 milliseconds, depending on gaming
configuration). In addition, Actiontec's solution provides enhanced 128-bit AES
security, as well as improved quality-of-service features designed to combat the
latency, jitter, and electrical interface problems associated with the delivery of
rich media.

"Like with other bandwidth-intensive applications, it's been challenging to set up
online gaming in the home network, especially when users want to game far from the
broadband router," said Michael Ehlenberger, VP, Channel Sales at Actiontec. "The
MegaPlug AV Powerline Gaming Kit solves these headaches by combining the speed and
reliability of a wired Ethernet connection at every electrical outlet in the home.
MegaPlug adapters turn any electrical outlet into an instant network connection, so
gamers can extend their network into hard-to-wire places like behind the
entertainment center or the basement in seconds."

To set up a network, users simply plug a MegaPlug AV adapter into a power outlet
near the broadband router, and connect the devices with an Ethernet cable, and then
connect another MegaPlug adapter to the gaming console or computer for instant
connectivity. No configuration is required. If the home has an existing network,
HomePlug technology will automatically add that device for sharing Internet
connections, peripherals, and files. Up to 16 MegaPlug adapters can be added
throughout the home to support other high bandwidth applications like streaming
HDTV, photo albums, music collections, and other rich media.

The Actiontec MegaPlug AV Powerline Gaming Kit is available immediately at leading
retail and ecommerce stores for $169.99. A special $30 mail-in rebate can be
downloaded at www.actiontec.com. Each kit includes two MegaPlug AV 200 Mbps Ethernet
Adapters, a quick start guide, installation CD, and user manual CD. The adapters are
compatible with any wired or wireless broadband router or gateway; any PC running
Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, or Vista; and any gaming console with Ethernet
capability.

About Actiontec Electronics
Actiontec Electronics develops broadband connectivity and broadband-powered
solutions that simplify and enrich the digital life - delivering a unified
experience that encompasses communications, entertainment, home management, and
more. Actiontec offerings range from the market\'s broadest selection of IPTV-capable
broadband home gateways for bringing IP-based video services into the home, to DSL
modems, wireless networking devices, routers and digital entertainment devices. The
company's carrier-class products are easy to install, manage, and use, and are sold
through retail channels and broadband service providers. Founded in 1993, Actiontec
is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, and maintains branch offices in Colorado Springs,
CO; Shanghai, China; and Taipei, Taiwan. For more information, call 408-752-7700 or
visit http://www.actiontec.com.


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