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		<title>Netgear Releases the Open Source WNR3500L Router</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 22:31:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeremy Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Netgear RangeMax WNR3500L has the some nice features like wirless N and gigibit ports but what separates it from the rest is the open source possibilities. The WNR3500L is designed to handle different types of Linux firmware versions like Open-WRT and Tomato. This makes it highly customizable. Open-Source Router, Community and Development Partner program [...]]]></description>
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<p>The <a href="http://www.netgear.com/Products/RoutersandGateways/RangeMaxWirelessNRoutersandGateways/WNR3500L.aspx">Netgear RangeMax WNR3500L</a> has the some nice features like wirless N and gigibit ports but what separates it from the rest is the open source possibilities.  The WNR3500L is designed to handle different types of Linux firmware versions like Open-WRT and Tomato.  This makes it highly customizable.  </p>
<blockquote><p> Open-Source Router, Community and Development Partner program</p>
<p>    * Open-source Wireless-N router with Gigabit wired ports for Linux developers and open-source enthusiasts.<br />
    * Open-source community website and development Partner program with downloadable applications, user guide, forums, blogs and downloads at www.myopenrouter.com<br />
    * High Performance Broadcom 480 MHz MIPS® 74K CPU, 8 MB Flash and 64 MB RAM to even run business-class applications<br />
    * Popular Linux Firmware-DD-WRT, Open-WRT and Tomato available on Open-source community website<br />
    * NEW Development Partner Program-development partnership with several 3rd party software vendors to develop custom applications on WNR3500L. Please visit www.myopenrouter.com to join the partner program and see the custom applications that are released or under development.
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<p>It&#8217;s not available yet from what I could tell.  It says release is Fall 2009 for $140.  I&#8217;m just wishing I would have held off on my router upgrade.  I have to give credit to Netgear for adding all these features and going open source with the router.<br />
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Press Release Below:<br />
NETGEAR Launches RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB, a Powerful Open Source Linux Platform for Developers and Enthusiasts with New Partner Applications</p>
<p>NETGEAR Also Announces Development Partner Program for Embedded Software Application Developers to Create Custom Applications</p>
<p>SAN JOSE, Calif. &#8211; October 5, 2009 &#8211; NETGEAR, Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically innovative, branded networking solutions, today announced the launch of RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB (WNR3500L), a full-featured Wireless-N router offering high-performance wireless range and speed along with Gigabit Ethernet ports and ReadyShare USB storage access.</p>
<p>The RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB is also designed to serve as a reliable, high-performance open source Linux platform supporting a wide variety of applications created by multiple development partners and the dedicated open source community. Some of these partners include BigFoot Networks for boosting network speeds for online gaming, Leaf Networks for easy remote access, Paragon Software for high-speed USB file reads and writes, and Sputnik for hotspot solutions.</p>
<p>The most popular free, open source Linux-based firmware &#8211; DD-WRT, OpenWRT and Tomato &#8211; are also available on the RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router, making it easier for users to develop a wide variety of applications. Customers can download the Linux-based open source firmware from the open source community and development program web site at http://www.myopenrouter.com.</p>
<p>&#8220;The debut of our open source RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router is significant as it is the first full-featured Wireless-N Linux router to combine wide ranging capabilities, features, infrastructure and a community to enable application development,&#8221; stated Som Pal Choudhury, senior product line manager for advanced wireless at NETGEAR. &#8220;Feedback and ideas from our open source community have been key in developing this powerful platform. We are therefore very pleased to announce our Development Partner Program, with multiple software vendors and developers creating customized, robust, commercial-grade applications on the WNR3500L.&#8221;</p>
<p>Router Features and Performance<br />
The high-performance RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB features a 480 MHz MIPS 74K CPU core with embedded hardware acceleration and incorporates 8 MB of flash memory and 64 MB of RAM, enough to run even business-class applications. It features five 10/100/1000 (one WAN port and four LAN) Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology with high WAN to LAN speeds in excess of 350 Mbps. It incorporates an 802.11n access point with a wireless repeater mode to extend range. The three internal Metamaterial antennas provide enhanced wireless range and reliable connections.</p>
<p>In addition to its Gigabit Ethernet ports to deliver ultra-fast wired network connections, the WNR3500L router includes a USB 2.0 host port for USB networked storage and for developing other custom applications, including remote access, DLNA/UPnP Media Server support, and USB modem support for 3G/4G/WiMax high-speed cellular connections.</p>
<p>The high-performance WNR3500L protects the network from intruders via a double firewall and Denial-of-service attack prevention. The wireless connection is secured with support for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), WPA2-PSK, while Push &#8216;N&#8217; Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) enables users to add computers to the network quickly and securely.</p>
<p>For maximum throughput, NETGEAR recommends the RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB be used with a matching Wireless-N client device such as the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter (WN111).</p>
<p>A Community of Developers<br />
The NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB is supported by a dedicated open source router community, http://www.myopenrouter.com, which provides open source firmware downloads, applications, forums, blogs, articles, source code and user guides. Members also have access to dedicated and responsive support from open source experts.</p>
<p>NETGEAR is also introducing a Development Partner Program that already includes several software application vendors who are creating custom applications for the WNR3500L router that NETGEAR customers can download and enjoy. Companies include:</p>
<p>*** BigFoot Networks &#8211; network optimized online gaming<br />
Bigfoot Networks (http://www.bigfootnetworks.com) is a networking technology company that develops hardware and software solutions that significantly improve the online gaming experience. Bigfoot Networks is currently working with the NETGEAR WNR3500L router to deliver optimized home networking solutions for online gamers that combine the performance benefits and flexibility of the Bigfoot Networks Killer Xeno Pro and the WNR3500L router.</p>
<p>*** Leaf Networks &#8211; easy remote access<br />
Leaf Networks (http://www.leafnetworks.net) software and technology securely extends LAN-like connectivity over the Internet to embedded devices, mobile users and software applications. A streamlined version of this software is available to enable owners of the NETGEAR WNR3500L to remotely access their external USB storage device connected to the router USB port from anywhere, as if it were on their home network, using familiar tools such as Windows File Explorer and Mac Finder.</p>
<p>*** Paragon Software &#8211; high-speed USB NTFS read/writes<br />
Paragon Software Group (http://www.paragon-software.com) is an innovative software developer focused on two dynamic growth markets: Data Storage, including data security, storage and management for embedded devices, PCs, servers and networks; and Mobile Applications. Paragon NTFS for Linux, based on the company&#8217;s unique Universal File System Driver (UFSD) technology, has now been developed for the NETGEAR WNR3500L open source router. It provides full access to a Windows (NTFS-formatted) hard drive attached to the WNR3500L, enabling all PCs, clients and servers, regardless of their operating system, to access and share files to and from the drive via the WNR3500L.</p>
<p>*** Sputnik &#8211; full-featured hotspot solutions<br />
Sputnik, Inc. (http://www.sputnik.com) offers SputnikNet, an innovative web application that enables Wi-Fi hotspot providers to run free or paid public-access wireless networks of any size, with full control over branding and customer experience. With Sputnik-powered DD-WRT firmware running on the NETGEAR WNR3500L, SputnikNet enables Wi-Fi hotspot providers to build high-speed wireless networks of any size and manage them centrally over the web. In addition, SputnikNet gives the provider flexible control over Wi-Fi branding and customer experience (free, paid, ad-supported Wi-Fi). The NETGEAR WNR3500L is the first 802.11n Wi-Fi router sold directly by Sputnik with Sputnik-powered firmware.</p>
<p>Pricing and Availability<br />
The NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router with USB (WNR3500L) will be available in Fall 2009 through select retailers, direct marketers, e-commerce sites and value-added resellers. The router is backed by a one-year warranty and 24/7 technical support, and has an MSRP in the U.S. of $139.99.</p>
<p>For more information:<br />
*** Photos and data sheets: http://www.netgear.com/Products/RoutersandGateways/RangeMaxWirelessNRoutersandGateways/WNR3500L.aspx<br />
*** Open-source community web site: http://myopenrouter.com</p>
<p>About NETGEAR, Inc.<br />
NETGEAR (NASDAQGM: NTGR) designs innovative, branded technology solutions that address the specific networking, storage, and security needs of Small- to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) and home users. The company offers an end-to-end networking product portfolio to enable users to share Internet access, peripherals, files, multimedia content, and applications among multiple computers and other Internet-enabled devices. Products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless, Ethernet and powerline, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. NETGEAR products are sold in over 29,000 retail locations around the globe, and via more than 41,000 value-added resellers. The company&#8217;s headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in 25 countries. NETGEAR is an ENERGY STAR partner. More information is available at http://www.netgear.com or by calling (408) 907-8000. Follow NETGEAR at http://twitter.com/NETGEAR and http://www.facebook.com/netgear.</p>
<p>Copyright 2009 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo and RangeMax are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.</p>
<p>Note: Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput will vary from maximum signal rates stipulated. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.</p>
<p>Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.:<br />
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, statements concerning NETGEAR&#8217;s business and the expected performance characteristics, specifications, reliability, market acceptance, market growth, specific uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR&#8217;s products and technology are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management&#8217;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 NETGEAR&#8217;s products may not meet the price, performance and ease of use requirements of customers; product performance may be adversely affected by real world operating conditions; failure of products may under certain circumstances cause permanent loss of end user data; new viruses or Internet threats may develop that challenge the effectiveness of security features in NETGEAR&#8217;s products; 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&#8217;s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled &#8220;Part II &#8211; Item 1A. Risk Factors,&#8221; pages 35 through 49, in the Company&#8217;s quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal second quarter ended June 28, 2009, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 6, 2009. 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.</p>
<p>#  #  #</p>
<p>U.S. Media Contact: Lisa Hawes, Sterling Communications, (408) 884-5155, lhawes@sterlingpr.com<br />
U.S. Sales Inquiries: (408) 907-8000, sales@netgear.com<br />
U.S. Customer Inquiries: (888) NETGEAR</p>
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		<title>Netgear Launches the RangeMax Dual Band Router</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:02:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeremy Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Netgear launched the WNDR3700 which is the RangeMax dual band wireless-N gigabit router. The router has some impressive features like dual band that operates at 2.4GHz and 5GHz for a throughput of 600 Mpbs, USB port, 4 gig ports and works with DLNA. I also likes that it gives you a bandwidth summery. It is [...]]]></description>
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<p>Netgear launched the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002HWRJY4?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=mulpcs-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=390957&#038;creativeASIN=B002HWRJY4">WNDR3700</a> which is the RangeMax dual band wireless-N gigabit router.  The router has some impressive features like dual band that operates at 2.4GHz and 5GHz for a throughput of 600 Mpbs, USB port, 4 gig ports and works with DLNA.  I also likes that it gives you a bandwidth summery.  It is available now and can be ordered from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002HWRJY4?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=mulpcs-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=390957&#038;creativeASIN=B002HWRJY4">Amazon</a>.  Product page is <a href="http://www.netgear.com/WNDR3700">here</a>.   </p>
<p>The full press release is below.    </p>
<p>NETGEAR Ships &#8220;The Ultimate Networking Machine&#8221; for Gamers, Media Enthusiasts and Small Businesses</p>
<p>Award-winning Router Offers Consumers and Small Businesses Blazing Performance and the Most Advanced Feature Set in the Industry Today</p>
<p>SAN JOSE, Calif. &#8211; September 1, 2009 &#8211; NETGEAR, Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically innovative, branded networking solutions, today announced the availability of its RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router (WNDR3700), a networking device that sets a new bar for the industry in terms of advanced features, speed and range.</p>
<p>The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router is packed with unique features like ReadyShare for high-speed access to a USB hard drive from any device on the network, broadband usage metering, Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) support and video Quality of Service (QoS). Its extreme performance &#8211; with a 680 MHz processor, 500 Mbps WAN to LAN speeds and 350 Mbps real-world maximum wireless throughput &#8211; is vital for online gaming, high-definition video streaming and secure, large data transfers, making it the ultimate centerpiece for any advanced home or small business network.</p>
<p>Winner of a &#8220;Best of Innovations&#8221; award at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show, NETGEAR&#8217;s RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router is one of the first consumer routers to be compatible with DLNA-certified products. This feature enables media enthusiasts and gamers to easily stream digital content to new DLNA-compliant HDTVs and gaming consoles. Additionally, NETGEAR is pioneering broadband usage metering in a series of its products; the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router is the first to include this feature. This enables consumers to accurately monitor their usage of download traffic in a given time period so they can easily stay within the limits designated by their Internet Service Provider (ISP).</p>
<p>The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router will be a highlight of NETGEAR&#8217;s booth at IFA, one of the world&#8217;s largest consumer electronics trade shows, taking place September 4-9 in Germany. NETGEAR&#8217;s booth will be located in Hall 15.1/116 of the Messe Berlin Exhibition Grounds.</p>
<p>&#8220;Today&#8217;s wireless networks are simultaneously supporting multiple bandwidth-hungry applications &#8211; online gaming in the kids&#8217; rooms, high-definition video streaming in the family room, and file sharing and Voice over IP across the home or business. As a result, it&#8217;s become imperative for wireless networks to have features that enhance the overall consumer experience while delivering the fastest speed, highest reliability and maximum range that today&#8217;s applications demand,&#8221; stated Som Pal Choudhury, NETGEAR&#8217;s senior product line manager for advanced wireless products. &#8220;Therefore, we&#8217;re thrilled to offer our home and small business customers the power and flexibility of such a full-featured router, packed with state-of-the-art technology. It&#8217;s the ultimate networking machine.&#8221;</p>
<p>Powerful Processor<br />
The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router&#8217;s powerful 680 MHz MIPS processor &#8211; one of the highest in the consumer router category today &#8211; enables gamers and media enthusiasts to run multiple bandwidth-intensive applications simultaneously.</p>
<p>Simultaneous Dual Band<br />
Dual band technology enables concurrent use of the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands, offering twice the bandwidth with better connections and less interference. In fact, the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router yields real-world Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) throughput of up to 350 Mbps combined, faster than any other consumer router available today. Additionally, the router&#8217;s eight ultra-sensitive, internal, metamaterial antennas are fine-tuned for each frequency band, delivering extended range beyond competing routers.</p>
<p>Ultra-fast Gigabit Ethernet Ports<br />
Built-in gigabit Ethernet ports ensure ultra-high wired performance, with up to 500 Mbps WAN to LAN speeds &#8212; twice the speed of competing routers.</p>
<p>ReadyShare USB Storage Access<br />
ReadyShare provides fast and easily-shared access to external USB storage devices. Simply plugging a USB drive into the router provides super-fast read/write wireless access from any PC on the network. Additionally, multiple file formats are supported (e.g., FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, EXT2, EXT3) as is HTTP and FTP access from outside the home or office.</p>
<p>ReadyDLNA<br />
With integrated DLNA functionality, the NETGEAR router acts as a Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) media server and automatically discovers media files on the USB hard drive. The media content stored on the USB hard drive connected to the router can be easily viewed and played by the NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Elite (EVA9150) as well as DLNA-enabled televisions and set-top boxes, such as XBox 360 and PlayStation 3.</p>
<p>Enterprise-class Security<br />
The router incorporates enterprise-class wireless security with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-Enterprise and WPA2-Enterprise) encryption that keeps data secured for businesses, and Push &#8216;N&#8217; Connect that helps users connect easily and securely with the press of a button. Additional Wi-Fi networks can also be created for visitors to the home or office with restricted access to the local network.</p>
<p>Broadband Usage Meter<br />
With the integrated broadband usage meter, users can not only view daily, weekly and monthly usage statistics on download traffic, but also get customized notifications when they are close to the monthly limit designated by their ISP.</p>
<p>Quality of Service<br />
The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router features fine-tuned QoS algorithms for video that reduce packet loss and jitter and enable seamless streaming of HD video over Wi-Fi for the serious media enthusiast. Support for a high number of simultaneous connections and QoS via efficient packet processing also enable lag-free online gaming.</p>
<p>Green Features<br />
Three adjustable power and range settings on the router can reduce wireless transmit power by up to 75 percent compared to when the router is transmitting at full power. The auto-sensing gigabit Green switch automatically adjusts power consumption based on cable length and unused ports. Also, when Wi-Fi is not in use, turning these ports off via the dedicated wireless on/off switch reduces power by up to 30 percent.</p>
<p>&#8220;Many ISPs are beginning to set and lower limits for how much their subscribers are allowed to download each month, not to mention charging for overages. Therefore, it&#8217;s becoming increasingly important for people to be aware of how much total bandwidth they are consuming &#8211; not only on their PCs, but also on connected devices like iPhones and gaming consoles,&#8221; said Joyce Putscher, principal analyst from In-Stat, a market research firm. &#8220;It makes good business sense to offer routers that not only facilitate the seamless streaming of data across the network, but also enable measuring of Internet bandwidth usage so consumers can more easily stay within acceptable limits.&#8221;</p>
<p>NETGEAR&#8217;s RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router (WNDR3700) is now available worldwide through leading retailers, e-commerce sites and value-added resellers. The router is backed by a one-year warranty and 24/7 technical support and has an MSRP in the U.S. of $189.99. For maximum throughput, NETGEAR recommends the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router be used with a matching dual band wireless-N device such as the NETGEAR 5 GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge (WNHDE111) or the NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter (WNDA3100).</p>
<p>Photos, product specifications, and a video on the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router can be found on the NETGEAR web site at http://www.netgear.com/WNDR3700.</p>
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		<title>Hands On the Netgear MoCA Networking Kit</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 15:09:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeremy Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Netgear MoCA networking kit allows you to create a wired network with existing coax cable in your house. ZatzNotFunny has a hands on with the kit and the results are good. Setup was fairly simple. I didn&#8217;t realize that you could put the MoCA kit between the wall and the TV and the TV [...]]]></description>
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<p>The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001N85NMI?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=mulpcs-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=390957&#038;creativeASIN=B001N85NMI">Netgear MoCA</a> networking kit allows you to create a wired network with existing coax cable in your house.  <a href="http://www.zatznotfunny.com/2009-08/hands-on-the-netgear-moca-networking-kit/">ZatzNotFunny</a> has a hands on with the kit and the results are good.  Setup was fairly simple.  I didn&#8217;t realize that you could put the MoCA kit between the wall and the TV and the TV signal will pass through.  He got an average of 68 Mbps which is plenty for HD content.  The price for the MoCA kit is around $200.  I think it&#8217;s the best alternative to ethernet and better than the <a href="http://www.multimedia-pcs.com/netgear-xavb1004-powerline-network-switch-now-available/">PowerLine</a> setup.      </p>
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		<title>Netgear XAVB1004 Powerline Network Switch Now Available</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 02:52:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeremy Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Netgear XAVB1004 is now available for order. Powerline network devices have been growing in popularity. There are still lots of devices, like game consoles, that don&#8217;t have wireless. Unless you have a newer home with wired network you need a way to get those devices internet without drilling holes and running cable. The nice [...]]]></description>
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<p>The <a href="http://www.netgear.com/Products/PowerlineNetworking/PowerlineEthernetAdapters/XAVB1004.aspx">Netgear XAVB1004</a> is now available for order.  Powerline network devices have been growing in popularity.  There are still lots of devices, like game consoles, that don&#8217;t have wireless.  Unless you have a newer home with wired network you need a way to get those devices internet without drilling holes and running cable.  The nice part about the Netgear XAVB1004 is that you can connect up to 4 LAN devices to it.  MRSP is $180 but you can buy from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002FB684E?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=mulpcs-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=390957&#038;creativeASIN=B002FB684E">Amazon for $150<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002FB684E?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=mulpcs-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=390957&#038;creativeASIN=B002FB684E"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002FB684E?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=mulpcs-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=390957&#038;creativeASIN=B002FB684E"></a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=mulpcs-20&#038;l=as2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B002FB684E" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />.  Only 3 left in stock though so you better hurry.  </p>
<p> Features</p>
<p>    * Turn a power outlet into a high speed Internet and home network connection<br />
    * Connects up to 4 devices<br />
    * Delivers fast 200 Mbps speed, fast enough to stream HD video<br />
    * For use with both wired and wireless routers and gateways<br />
    * Simply plug an XAV101 into your router and connect as many as 4 Ethernet-ready devices to the XAV1004<br />
    * Port-based Quality of Service (QoS), ensures that the highest priority applications are allocated more bandwidth<br />
    * Red, yellow, green status LEDs indicate maximum data rate<br />
    * 128-bit AES data encryption ensures privacy and security, secure your Powerline AV network by just pushing a button<br />
    * Supports Windows® Vista™<br />
    * HomePlug AV compatible</p>
<p>Press Release Below:</p>
<p>NETGEAR&#8217;s Award-Winning Home Theater Internet Connection Kit Now Available</p>
<p>Innovative Powerline Kit with Integrated 4-Port Switch Combines Performance, Ease-of-Use and Energy-Saving Features</p>
<p>SAN JOSE, Calif. &#8211; August 10, 2009 &#8211; NETGEAR, Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically innovative, branded networking solutions, today announced the availability of its latest powerline networking kit for turning electrical power outlets into high-speed Internet and home network connections. As a 2009 CES Innovations Award winner, NETGEAR&#8217;s Home Theater Internet Connection Kit (XAVB1004) makes it possible to connect multiple Ethernet-enabled entertainment devices &#8211; such as gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, HDTVs and media streaming set-top boxes &#8211; to the Internet and the home network simultaneously. Through a high-speed powerline connection of up to 200 Mbps, this powerline kit enables high-performance applications such as HD video streaming, Voice over IP (VoIP), Internet gaming and large file transfers to networked devices in the home theater.</p>
<p>The kit contains one Powerline AV Adapter with 4-port Ethernet Switch (XAV1004) and one Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (XAV101). This &#8220;no new wires&#8221; powerline technology enables customers to carry high-speed data network traffic on their existing electrical wiring &#8211; using affordable, simple to install adapters. Additionally, advanced energy management capabilities provide automatic port- and device-level sleep modes and wake-on-activity functionality to reduce overall energy usage. The kit also incorporates several ease-of-use features: port-based Quality of Service (QoS) to ensure that the highest priority applications are allocated more bandwidth; Push-N-Secure to secure the Powerline AV network with the push of a button; and Pick-a-Plug, a multi-color LED to determine the strength of the powerline connection without having to look at a computer.</p>
<p>&#8220;Powerline has become more and more popular because of the growth of networked devices in the living room, and the high speeds and reliability that they require,&#8221; said Chris Geiser, NETGEAR&#8217;s product line manager for in-home distribution, consumer products. &#8220;We are now finding that customers have multiple networked devices in their living rooms that all need to be connected at the same time, making a 4-port switch at one end of the connection key. That is why NETGEAR has developed this powerline AV adapter kit with 4-port switch, Quality of Service features, and color-coded LEDs that easily display the strength of the powerline connection.&#8221;</p>
<p>NETGEAR&#8217;s Home Theater Internet Connection Kit is perfect for anyone who wants to extend their home network range, especially those who use Internet-connected devices that demand high bandwidth, such as NETGEAR&#8217;s Digital Entertainer Elite (EVA9150; http://netgear.com/Products/Entertainment/DigitalMediaPlayers/EVA9150.aspx), Blu-ray Disc Players, TiVo, AppleTV, Xbox 360, Sony Playstation 3, DVR, Home Theater PC and Ethernet-enabled TVs. Easy to install, consumers simply plug the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (XAV101) into the router and connect up to four Ethernet-ready devices to the Powerline AV Adapter with 4-port Ethernet Switch (XAV1004).</p>
<p>The Home Theater Internet Connection Kit eliminates the need to add an external switch for connecting additional devices to the network by integrating a 4-Port Fast Ethernet (10/100) switch. The product is also the first 4-port powerline switch to use the Intellon 6400 chipset, which provides higher performance than any existing 4-port powerline switch on the market. Because it is based on the HomePlug AV standard, the Powerline AV Adapter with 4-Port Ethernet Switch (XAV1004) and Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (XAV101) are compatible with &#8211; and can easily and affordably extend &#8211; any existing HomePlug AV network.</p>
<p>&#8220;Networked entertainment center devices and systems have been experiencing high growth in recent years,&#8221; said Joyce Putscher, principal analyst for In-Stat. &#8220;No longer just for the wealthy, these solutions are in demand by average consumers, who want high definition content. Therefore, home theater products need constant, shared and faster access to the Internet and the home network. High-speed powerline offers an ideal solution for consumers who have challenges with wireless connectivity in certain parts of their homes, and the addition of a 4-port switch enables simultaneous connectivity to multiple devices in the same location.&#8221;</p>
<p>NETGEAR&#8217;s Home Theater Internet Connection Kit (XAVB1004) is now available worldwide through leading retailers, e-commerce sites and value-added resellers. The kit is backed by a one-year warranty and 24/7 technical support. The Home Theater Internet Connection Kit (XAVB1004), containing one Powerline AV Adapter with Ethernet Switch (XAV1004), one Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (XAV101), two Ethernet cables, one AC power cord, an installation guide and a set-up CD, has an MSRP in the U.S. of $179.99. Additional NETGEAR Powerline AV devices, including the Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter (XAV101), Powerline AV Adapter with Ethernet Switch (XAV1004), and Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Kit (XAVB101) &#8211; winner of PC Magazine&#8217;s Editor&#8217;s Choice Award &#8211; can extend an existing Powerline AV network and have an MSRP in the U.S. of $69.99, $99.99, and $149.99 respectively.</p>
<p>Photos and other product information can be found on the NETGEAR web site at http://www.netgear.com/Products/PowerlineNetworking/PowerlineEthernetAdapters/XAVB1004.aspx. For a fun look at the evolution of gaming featuring NETGEAR powerline, visit http://www.agamer4life.com.</p>
<p>About NETGEAR, Inc.<br />
NETGEAR (NASDAQGM: NTGR) designs innovative, branded technology solutions that address the specific networking, storage, and security needs of Small- to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) and home users. The company offers an end-to-end networking product portfolio to enable users to share Internet access, peripherals, files, multimedia content, and applications among multiple computers and other Internet-enabled devices. Products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless, Ethernet and powerline, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. NETGEAR products are sold in over 29,000 retail locations around the globe, and via more than 41,000 value-added resellers. The company&#8217;s headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in 25 countries. NETGEAR is an ENERGY STAR partner. More information is available by visiting www.netgear.com or calling (408) 907-8000. Follow NETGEAR at http://twitter.com/NETGEAR and http://www.facebook.com/NETGEAR.</p>
<p>Copyright 2009 NETGEAR, Inc.  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.</p>
<p>Note: Actual data throughput will vary from maximum signal rates stipulated. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.</p>
<p>Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.:<br />
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, statements concerning NETGEAR&#8217;s business and the expected performance characteristics, specifications, market acceptance, market growth, specific uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR&#8217;s products and technology are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management&#8217;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 NETGEAR&#8217;s products may not meet the price, performance and ease of use requirements of customers; product performance may be adversely affected by real world operating conditions; failure of products may under certain circumstances cause permanent loss of end user data; new viruses or Internet threats may develop that challenge the effectiveness of security features in NETGEAR&#8217;s products; 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&#8217;s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled &#8220;Part II &#8211; Item 1A. Risk Factors,&#8221; pages 35 through 49, in the Company&#8217;s quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal second quarter ended June 28, 2009, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 6, 2009. 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.</p>
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