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Power Up Efficient Video Network for Service Providers
Powerline Solution Guide
• Integrated All-in-One Solution • Easy Centralized Management • Whole-Home Coverage • High Performance • Simple, Secured Network Installation
Grows with Triple-Play Services Today’s service providers are facing serious challenges generating more average revenue per user (ARPU) and reducing operating costs.
Attract New Customers
Cost-Effective Deployment
In particular, service providers in developed and dynamic
At the same time, service providers are looking for cost-
markets are seeking to successfully deploy triple-play and
effective solutions to reduce operating expenses. When
diversified media applications such as high-definition
building the home network infrastructure for service
IPTV and voice/video telephony. Offering such attractive
delivery, operators require products that install easily,
value-added services allows them to remain competitive
require low maintenance, and demand fewer support calls
and retain existing customers while attracting more new
to minimize the cost and effort of deployment.
subscribers. Sustain Customers’ Satisfications To enable these services, operators’ networks must be able to support multimedia services, and home broadband networks must be stable and fast enough for realtime streaming in multiple rooms to ensure customer satisfactions.
Table of Content
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Grows with Triple-Play Services
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Fast, Reliable Powerline Connectivity
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How ZyXEL Can Help You
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Success Story
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Products at a Glance
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Comprehensive Powerline Product Offerings
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Eco-Friendy. We Do More
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Whole-Home Coverage
Easy Installation
As the demand for TV/displays throughout the home grows,
For operators, the ZyXEL powerline solution provides the
consumers want a convenient solution to expand the
shortest installation time. According to market survey
home network into bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens and
responses from operators on IPTV installation time*, the
study rooms to enjoy Video-on-Demand (VOD) and other
average total installation time of all respondents was
digital television services. In many cases, Ethernet is just
3.79 person-hours from the curb to the third set-top box.
unavailable in places where network connectivity is needed;
Comparing the installation time by technology, HomePlug
but fortunately most every room at home has power outlets
had the shortest average time of 0.34 person-hours.
in place. With the outlets, customers just don’t have to worry
Additionally, powerline requires no software to install,
Fast, Reliable Powerline Connectivity
about the “line of sight” issue, since the powerline solutions
making installation quick and virtually error-proof.
providers considering home network topology for triple-
*Note: From the “IPTV Home Networking Strategies 2008” survey and report
Service providers are looking for the fast and reliable connectivity solution with wholehome coverage so that they can deploy and extend the triple-play services to any locations in the house. Poweline, which utilizes the existing power lines, is an incredibly attracitve solution for service providers.
play services, easy network extension of the powerline
conducted by Multimedia Research Group. Survey responses are from 13
solution becomes a significant advantage.
operators—six from North America, three from Asia and four from Europe with
connect directly to every outlet in the home. For service
Compared to current home connectivity technologies, the
without laying new wires. By simply plugging multiple
powerline solution offers service providers a very cost-
ZyXEL Powerline Ethernet Adapters into existing electric
effective solution for in-home connectivity (see Table 1).
outlets, and then plugging home entertainment devices
By using the subscriber’s existing power lines as a network
into the adapters, a network capable of streaming
backbone, operators can easily deploy the infrastructure
multimedia content throughout the home is simply,
to deliver IPTV services with guaranteed service quality
quickly and economically created.
samplings from the fastest growing IPTV markets in the world. Responding
High Performance
IPTV operators represented 4.85 million subscribers, or about 35% of the global
Since consumers require a reliable and fast connection to of-
subscriber base.
fer needed throughput for real-time streaming applications like VoIP and IPTV, transmission over wired solutions such as powerline can enhance the user experience. With a data transfer rate of up to 200 Mbps*, HomePlug AV, the most robust flavor of Powerline, can provide sufficient bandwidth for triple-play transmissions with whole-home coverage—a limitation for wireless connectivity.
Table 1: Home Connectivity Technology Comparison
*The theoretical data transfer rate is 200 Mbps. The actual data transfer rate will vary depending on quality of electrical installation.
Type
HomePlug AV
Wireless 802.11n
Ethernet
HomePNA 3.1
MoCA 1.1
Media
Power Line
Air
Twist Pair
Phone Line Coaxial
Coaxial
Speed
200 Mbps
Up to 450 Mbps
10M/100M/1000M
320 M
270 M
Prioritized (Parameterized)
Prioritized
Prioritized
Prioritized/Parameterized
Parameterized
Multi-stream
Multi-stream
Multi-stream
Multi-stream
Multi-stream
Low Installation Cost Ease of Installation No New Wire Whole-Home Coverage Interference Resistance QoS Stream HD
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How ZyXEL Can Help You? In a competitive market, to sustain of clients’ satifications and to minimize operational cost are keys. The powerline solutions from ZyXEL have been designed to grow with your business and can easily be adapted to your needs for management. Easy, Secured Network Installation
ZyXEL provides a total solution ranging from COE to in-home
As service providers demand less cost with fewer support
connectivity and home entertainment products. Beyond this
calls, ZyXEL’s plug-and-play Powerline Series can effectively
high-performance system, we provide an integrated access
shorten the time operators spend on installation. In fact,
platform that brings service providers more value-added
since no new wiring or software is required, customers
services to meet various customer demands. Benefitting
can easily set up their own powerline network in minutes.
Powerline Home Networking
Wall Data Sharing ENCRY
from ZyXEL products’ cost effectiveness, flexibility and
The user-friendly interface and the multi-color LED on the
easy management, operators can optimize their service
product make it easy for users to set up the network and
infrastructure for more efficient and lucrative business
see transmission performance over their powerline system.
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PT
RESET
PLA-407 Powerline Pass-Thru Ethernet Adapter
SYS HDD
NSA210 1-Bay Digital Media Server
USB eSATA COPY
COPY/SYNC
PLA-401 Powerline Ethernet Adapter
expansion.
DMA-2500 Full HD Digital Media Streamer
ZyXEL’s HomePlug Series network is protected by 128-bit Integrated All-in-One Solution
AES encryption that provides secure connections to the
Upgrading the service infrastructure doesn’t mean a huge
Internet and to peripherals such as PC and external storage.
investment on new network equipment if you choose highly-
With a click of the encrypt button, users can easily set up a
integrated ZyXEL products. ZyXEL provides comprehensive
secure network without lengthy calls to the help desk.
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Total Solutions for Service Providers
Multimedia Streaming
Content Server
powerline networking solutions by integrating the most needed technologies into one device. Packed with Ethernet,
QoS Enhances Video Streaming
powerline and wireless connectivity all in a single product,
The advanced QoS features of the HomePlug AV Series are
the powerline router and access point provide optimized,
ideal for service providers who offer triple-play multimedia
stable network coverage in a more affordable way. The ZyXEL
services.
Powerline Ethernet Adapter and Powerline Switch equipped
Full QoS support is available through:
Internet
Traffic classification: DSCP, IP address and MAC address
connection, but also supply power to multiple electronic
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4 priority queues
devices without the hassle of insufficient power outlets.
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Queue management that enables a strict priority queue
Ethernet
for voice or multimedia applications
Power Line
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Managed CSMA
Power
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Auto QoS based on traffic types
IGMP Snooping
2
LAN
Game Console
series
3 4
DSL
INTERNET
NBG-318S SuperG Wireless HomePlug AV Gateway Set-top Box
PLA-491 Powerline Ethernet Multiplug Center
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P-600
1
ASDL Modem
with power outlets can offer not only a high-speed network
Easy Centralized Management
PWR/SYS
IPTV Service Room 1
Room 2
IGMP snooping with multicast to unicast conversion can
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be used on the home network to manage clients that are
Energy-Saving Powerline Solutions
active in a multicast group.
With a nod to being “green”, ZyXEL’s Powerline Ethernet
TR-069 for Remote Management
Adapters can reduce power consumption by up to 30%
By deploying the ZyXEL Powerline Series that supports
when compared to the previous generation of products*.
TR-069-based remote management, service providers
Furthermore, when no Ethernet link is present, the energy-
can make remote administration of end users’ devices
saving mode can slash power waste by up to 60% compared
such as set-top boxes or VoIP adapters much easier and
to other adapters without this feature*.
more efficient with the auto configuration server (ACS).
* The actual saving of power consumption varies from model to model.
The server enables service providers to deliver new services and save costs by fewer dispatches to customer homes. 6
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Wall
Room I
PLA-401 Powerline Ethernet Adapter Set-top Box
Internet
PWR/SYS
P-600
1 2
LAN
series
3 4
DSL
INTERNET
VDSL Modem
PLA-401 Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Room II Chunghwa
Telecom
(CHT)
is
the
Ethernet
leading
Power
telecommunication operator with the largest subscriber population in Taiwan. It has more than 500,000 subscribers for high-speed Internet services (10 Mbps/2 Mbps). With its core capability to expand
Also, for those homes fully wired with coaxial cable, ZyXEL
into a home network and deliver high-quality multimedia
the synergy of telecommunication and Internet
Powerline Coaxial Ethernet Adapter along with the Ethernet
streaming to multiple rooms.
services, CHT provides a full service range from data
and Coaxial interface can turn the existing coaxial outlets
network to multimedia broadband.
Wall
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Success Story — Chunghwa Telecom
Coaxial Outlet
ZyXEL provides Chunghwa Telecom with the powerline connectivity solution to expand MOD services Challenges
ZyXEL Solutions
As CHT’s MOD (Movie-on-Demand) service becomes more
As Ethernet connectivity is not always available in living
popular in Taiwan, the company expects to increase the
rooms or other rooms where users would prefer to enjoy
ARPU, new subscribers and average daily HUT (Household
MOD services, CHT subscribers could just create a home
Using Television). In order to achieve the goal, CHT looked
network using a pair of ZyXEL Powerline Ethernet Adapters:
for the most cost-effective and trouble-free solution to
one would connect to the ZyXEL VDSL CPE in one room and
provide a stable home network infrastructure, which would
the other would connect to the set-top box in the other
attract more subscribers and improve customer satisfaction.
room. This would simply and quickly enable high-definition videos or programs to be easily transmitted over the existing power lines, and it also saves the deployment cost of extra
Set-top Box
Internet
PWR/SYS
P-600
1 2
LAN
series
3 4
DSL
PLA-402 Powerline Coaxial Ethernet Adapter
INTERNET
VDSL Modem
PLA-402 Powerline Coaxial Ethernet Adapter
Coaxial Outlet
Room II
Ethernet Coaxial
wiring and installation time.
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Products at a Glance With ZyXEL’s complete powerline solution, operators can deliver comprehensive services to satisfy customers. ■
PLA-401
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PLA-402
Power-saving Powerline Adapter for Triple-Play
Turn Coaxial Outlets into a Media-Streaming Home
Just plug the two ZyXEL PLA-401 into the electrical sockets,
Network
connect one of the adapters to your PC and the other to
The PLA-402 provides a stable high-speed access solution
your modem or router.
to utilize the existing coaxial house network. Users can easily plug a pair or more PLA-402 into the coaxial outlets;
Key Features ■
whereas one connects to your computer or set-top box, and
Plug-and-play for quick data transfer rate boost of
the other to the modem or router. Service providers can save
up to 200 Mbps* ■
QoS enhances high-definition video streaming
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Support IGMP snooping with multicast/unicast
installation costs for expanding the paid video-on-demand and other services. Key Features
conversion ■
Encrypt button for easy network security setup
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Power-saving mode reduces energy consumption
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Multi-colored LED to indicate network performance
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PLA-401 Wall-mount Powerline Ethernet Adapter
over powerline
Plug-and-play for quick data transfer rate boost of up to 200 Mbps*
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Uses coaxial outlets to create an Ethernet network
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Built-in noise filter for stable CATV and network
PLA-402 Powerline Coaxial Ethernet Adapter
environment ■
PLA-407
Powerline Ethernet Adapter with Extra Plug for
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QoS enhances high-definition video streaming
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Supports IGMP snooping with multicast/unicast conversion
Convenient HD Video Streaming With the AC pass-through design, the PLA-407 provides both powerline network connection and power supply to electrical devices at the same time. It enables users to easily
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Encrypt button for easy network security setup
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Power-saving mode reduces energy consumption
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Multi-colored LED to identify traffic quality over coaxial network
get Internet access without the inconvenience of insufficient power outlets. The built-in noise filter can ensure stable signal quality on the powerline network. Key Features ■
Plug-and-play design for quick data transfer rate boost of to 200 Mbps*
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Connects to powerline networks and provides additional power outlets
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Built-in noise filter reduces interference
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QoS enhances high-definition video streaming
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Supports IGMP snooping with multicast/unicast
PLA-407 Powerline Pass-Thru Ethernet Adapter
conversion ■
Power-saving mode reduces energy consumption
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Encrypt button for easy network security setup
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Multi-colored LED indicates powerline network performance
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* The theoretical data transfer rate is 200 Mbps. The actual data transfer rate will vary depending on quality of electrical installation. 11
Comprehensive Powerline Product Offerings NEW Model Name
NEW
NEW
NBG-318S
PLA-450
PLA-491
PLA-470
PLA-407
PLA-402
PLA-401
PLA-400
PL100
PLX-111
SuperG Wireless HomePlug AV Router
HomePlug Wireless AP
Powerline Ethernet Multiplug Center
Powerline Ethernet 4-port Switch
Powerline Pass-Thru Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Coaxial Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Ethernet Adapter
Powerline Network Filter
Product Picture
Description System Overview
802.11b/g with Super G
802.11b/g with Super G
HomePlug AV
HomePlug AV
HomePlug AV
HomePlug AV
HomePlug AV
HomePlug AV
HomePlug AV
HomePlug Turbo
HomePlug UPA CEPCA
HomePlug PHY Rate*
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 200 Mbps
Up to 85 Mbps
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Wireless Speed
Up to 108 Mbps
Up to 108 Mbps
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Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Wall-Mount/Direct Plug
Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Wall-Mount/Direct Plug
Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Desktop/Powerline Inlet
Wall-Mount/Direct Plug
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Standard
HomePlug AV
Key Features Plug & Play Design QoS Noise Filter Powerline Security Encryption Wireless Security LED Indicators to Identify Network Performance Power-saving Mode
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Yes
-
Yes
Yes
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Yes
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
128-bit AES
56-bit DES
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WEP/802.1x/WPA/WPA2
WEP/802.1x/WPA/WPA2
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Yes
Yes
Yes
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Hardware Ethernet Port
1 WAN/3 LAN Ports
1
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
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Coaxial Port
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1
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Power Outlet
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4
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1
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Detachable Antenna
1
1
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WPS Button
Yes
Yes
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Encryption Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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-
HomePlug On/Off Switch
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Yes
-
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-
-
-
-
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Power On/Off Switch
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Yes
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* The theoretical data transfer rate is 200/85 Mbps. The actual data transfer rate will vary depending on quality of electrical installation.
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Eco-Friendly. We Do More. More than just being a manufacturer with “green” in mind, ZyXEL commits itself to be the world’s leading total access solution provider while doing its best for the environment by developing eco-friendly products. ZyXEL provides customers with a full range of reliable end-to-end networking solutions that are not only easy-to-use, but also cost-effective, energy-efficient and environment-friendly. With the most needed technologies integrated into one device, ZyXEL solutions bring smart, convenient and efficient digital lifestyle to our valued customers for less time and energy. With smart plug-and-play design, ZyXEL’s products simplify the process of building home multimedia networks and fit perfectly into every home. Through the user-friendly interface and easyto-use one-touch button, users can easily customize network setting to meet personal needs. And the intelligent energysaving mechanism of ZyXEL products also helps reduce energy waste and protect our environment.
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