Space-Saving Powerline Network Extender (XEPS103) Replaces Router Power
Adapter and Extends 85 Mbps Network Connection to Set-Top Boxes, Game
Consoles and Computers via Existing Home Wiring
SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NETGEAR(R), Inc.
(Nasdaq: NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically advanced, branded
networking products, today announced availability of its Space-Saving
Powerline Network Extender (XEPS103). Compatible with other NETGEAR
HomePlug 1.0 Powerline devices, the Space-Saving Powerline Extender enables
consumers to seamlessly extend secure home network connections from a wired
or wireless router to any electrical outlet in the home. Its innovative
2-in-1 design replaces the router's existing power adapter and supplies
both power to the router or gateway and an 85 Mbps network extension via
Powerline -- greatly reducing AC electrical outlet clutter without
impacting Ethernet performance. A kit version of the Network Extender
(XEPSB103), bundled with NETGEAR's 85 Mbps Wall-Plugged Ethernet Adapter
(XE103), will be available in early summer 2007.
"As a means for consumers to extend their Internet connections around
their homes, Powerline devices have been extremely popular due to their
reliability and simplicity," said Kurt Scherf, vice president and principal
analyst at Parks Associates, a Dallas-based market research firm that
specializes in residential and small office technology analysis. "Companies
such as NETGEAR that offer effortless, uncluttered solutions for connecting
PCs, game consoles and other Ethernet-ready devices are in an excellent
position to capitalize on a profitable market opportunity."
"Powerline is undoubtedly one of the easiest and most effective ways to
connect devices around the digital home," stated David Henry, NETGEAR's
director of product marketing for consumer/home products. "As the market
leader in Powerline networking solutions, we pay close attention to our
customers who love the benefits of utilizing their home wiring to extend
their Internet connections, but desire a less cluttered solution. Our
innovative Space-Saving Powerline Network Extender, incorporating both a
router power adapter and HomePlug 1.0, is ideal for those who want the
speed and performance of Powerline without occupying an additional
electrical outlet."
The Space-Saving Powerline Network Extender comes ready for simple
plug-and-play installation, with a space-saving 2-in-1 design that reduces
clutter by requiring only one plug to supply both power and a network
extension. This novel device provides power to the power input of the
NETGEAR router or gateway. It also provides an Ethernet connection to
Ethernet port of the router or gateway, thus extending a secure 14 or 85
Mbps network connection to any electrical outlet. It is compatible with
NETGEAR's existing family of HomePlug 1.0 Powerline devices including the
Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge (XE102), 85 Mbps Wall-Plugged Ethernet Adapter
(XE103), and 85 Mbps Powerline 4-Port Ethernet Adapter (XE104). The
Powerline Network Extender incorporates a 12V / 1A power supply that is
compatible with most NETGEAR routers or gateways including RangeMax(TM)
NEXT Wireless-N Routers (WNR834B/M), RangeMax Wireless Router (WPN824),
Wireless-G Router (WGR614), and ADSL gateways (DG834N/PN/G/GT).
"NETGEAR's innovative HomePlug-enabled Powerline Network Extender is an
ideal complement to their extensive product offering, providing instant and
robust multimedia networking with no new wires," said Bill Casby, vice
president of Sales at Intellon Corporation. "We are pleased that NETGEAR
has selected Intellon's globally-proven HomePlug ICs for this important
application where easy installation and reliable connectivity are essential
to customer satisfaction."
Backed by a one-year warranty and 24/7 technical support, the NETGEAR
Space-Saving Network Extender (XEPS103) is available now via leading
retailers, direct marketers, e-commerce sites and value-added resellers, at
a suggested retail price of $79.99. High-resolution photos are available
at:
http://www.netgear.com/Products/PowerlineNetworking/PowerlineEthernetAdapte
rs/ XEPS103.aspx
About NETGEAR(R), Inc.
NETGEAR(R) (Nasdaq: NTGR) designs technologically advanced, branded
networking products that address the specific needs of small and medium
business and home users. The Company's product offerings enable users to
share Internet access, peripherals, files, digital multimedia content and
applications among multiple personal computers and other Internet-enabled
devices. NETGEAR is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. For more
information, visit the company's Web site at http://www.netgear.com or call
(408) 907-8000.
NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and
product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights
reserved. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11
specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and
environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building
materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data
throughput.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform
Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.:
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Specifically, statements concerning the expected performance
characteristics, specifications, market acceptance, market growth, specific
uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR's Space-Saving Network
Extender (XEPS103) and technology are forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management's
current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties,
including, without limitation, the following: the actual price, performance
and ease of use of the NETGEAR's Space-Saving Network Extender (XEPS103)
may not meet the price, performance and ease of use requirements of
customers, product performance may be adversely affected by real world
operating conditions, the ability of NETGEAR to market and sell its
products and technology, the impact and pricing of competing products and
the introduction of alternative technological solutions. Further
information on potential risk factors that could affect NETGEAR and its
business are detailed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities
and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and
uncertainties listed in the section entitled "Part I - Item 1A. Risk
Factors," pages 20 through 29, in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form
10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 1, 2007, filed with the Securities
and Exchange Commission on May 11, 2007. NETGEAR undertakes no obligation
to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements
contained herein to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof
or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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