The D-Link DHP-310AV PowerLine AV Mini Adapter will turn any electrical outlet into a home network connection. All you have to do is plug this adapter into any electrical outlet and press the simple connect button on each device to establish a safe secure connection. The D-Link DHP-310AV provides speeds up to 200Mbps, which is ideal for streaming HD videos and lag-free gaming. It is also supports a 128-bit AES encryption for network security. The D-Link DHP-310AV 200Mbps MiniPowerLine Adapter is currently available for $69.99 each. Read more
D-Lnk today introduced the HD Media Router 2000 (model: DIR-827) that is equipped with both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz 300Mbps frequency bands, offering up to 600Mbps data transfer rates for streaming HD videos and surfing the web at the same time. The device also supports HD Fuel bandwidth polarization, 4 high bandwidth Gigabit ports for connecting Ethernet-enabled devices, an SD card slot, and the SharePort Plus Technology for connecting USB 3.0 devices. The D-Link HD Media Router 2000 retails for $169.99. [D-Link]
D-Link today announced the availability of the MainStage WiDi 2.0 adapter (DHD-131), which enables you to wirelessly project movies and TV shows from Netflix and Hulu to the HDTV. Simply plug the MainStage into the TV using an HDMI or an A/V cable. With a push of a button, this adapter automatically connects to your router, allowing you to surf the web and view home movies from a home network or a laptop. The D-Link MainStage (DHD-131) is currently available for an MSRP of $129.99 in the U.S. [Engadget]
The D-Link DAP-1513 Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge is perfect for connecting up to four Ethernet-enabled devices to your wireless network, such as your entertainment center equipment including your smart TV, game console, Blu-ray player and media player. The device supports speeds up to 300Mbps and dual band coverage. This device is ideal for streaming HD videos, online gaming, sharing music, photos, movies and other files around your home network. The 5GHz band helps avoid interference and ensures smooth video streaming or online gaming, while you surf the Web or share photos on the 2.4GHz band. Additionally, the D-Link DAP-1513 also supports WPA and WPA2 security. If you are interested, you can purchase the D-Link DAP-1513 Wireless N Dual Band MediaBridge for 119.99 a pop. Each purchase will be accompanied by a one-year warranty. [Product Page]
The D-Link DWA-131 wireless N nano USB adapter features a sleek compact design that fits into your computer’s USB port with minimal protrusion, making it ideal for use when traveling or in a crowded workspace. The device adopts the latest 11n technology, which provides a better wireless signal than previous-generation 11g. Adding Wireless N to your computer provides an excellent solution for performing everyday activities such as transferring files, browsing the Internet, and downloading music. The D-Link DWA-131 also supports the latest wireless security features (WPA and WPA2) to help prevent unauthorized access. What’s more, the DWA-131 includes a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Push Button for a simple and secure connection to a wireless network. The D-Link DWA-131 wireless N nano USB adapter is currently available for $49 a pop. [D-Link]
The new D-Link DHP-1320 Wireless N PowerLine router provides network connections to anywhere in your house using the installed electrical wiring system. You just need to connect your router and plug it into a power outlet to turn every other power outlet in your home into a network connection. Certain electrical conditions in your home, such as wiring conditions and configuration may effect the performance of this product. A minimum of two D-Link PowerLine AV network adapters are required to create a network. Connecting this product to a power strip with a surge protector may adversely affect the performance of this product. You should plug adapter directly into a power outlet for best results. The D-Link DHP-1320 Wireless N PowerLine router provides up to 200Mbps over your electrical wiring, and you can also use the Wireless N connectivity up to 300Mbps. The D-Link DHP-1320 comes equipped with three 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet ports, supports WPA2 wireless encryption (the PowerLine network itself is also protected using 128-bit AES security), IPv6 for future-proofing and easy network configuration. Accessories include a PowerLine AV 4-port switch, a Wireless N extender and Network Starter Kit. The D-Link DHP-1320 Wireless N PowerLine router is priced at $130, while the various adapters are priced at between $100 to $140 each. [D-Link]
D-Link has finally launched their new ShareCenter Pulse NAS Storage that can hold a couple of 3.5-inch SATA hard-drives. The storage device features UPnP media streaming, iTunes server functionality, standalone BitTorrent downloads and various power management systems that D-Link reckons make the ShareCenter Pulse relatively green. The ShareCenter Pulse also supports hard-drive hibernation and “Green Ethernet”, which intelligently controls networking power consumption based on the state of your cabling, together with a smart fan that automatically adjusts according to temperature. You can also schedule fixed downtime, turning the NAS off when you won’t be needing it, and use it with Apple’s Time Machine backup. The D-Link ShareCenter Pulse NAS Storage is now available in the UK for £89.99 ($141) with no drives. [SlashGear]
The new D-Link Wireless N 150 home router (DIR-601) delivers high performance end-to-end wireless connectivity based on Wireless N technology. This wireless router performs faster file transfers and farther coverage enabling greater wireless signals across your home. The DIR-601 comes with an Installation Wizard CD-ROM, which helps you to set up your wireless network and Internet connection in minutes. Once the setup process is complete, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, media, and more. Buy.com has started selling the D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 home router for $29.99. [Product Page via Ubergizmo]
D-Link and Boxee have showcased the Boxee Box that streams online and stored digital media to an HDTV. The device allows users to share playlists with friends on various social networking sites, including Twitter and Facebook. The Boxee Box also facilitates easy access to university courses, panel discussions, academic lectures, presentations and web-only videos. In addition to video content, Boxee users can access great music from sites like Pandora, last.fm, shoutcast, and We are Hunted as well as fun photos from sites like flickr, Picasa and the Facebook. Additional features include HDMI, Optical Digital Audio (S/PDIF), Composite, Ethernet Connector, 2 USB 2.0 ports, and an SD Card slot. The Boxee Box is expected to be released in Q2 2010 for about $200. Stay tuned for more updates. [D-Link]
D-Link has finally released its Xtreme N DIR-685 all-in-one router that was debuted at 2009 CES in January. The router features a built-in draft N Wi-Fi module allowing the device to communicate with network attached storage devices to display streaming videos and pictures, weather forecasts and other live streaming Internet contents. The D-Link Xtreme N DIR-685 also supports an optional 1TB 2.5-inch SATA drive that can be inserted into the side of the DIR-685. There is also a built-in FTP server that gives users access to documents, photos, music and other local or networked content. Additional features include two USB ports, two Gigabit Ethernet ports, Energy Star specifications for savings of up to 30 percent, and a Wi-Fi Scheduler can turn off the Wi-Fi radio automatically at a specified time. [Nexus404]
