Networking specialist Billion has more than doubled the speed of its popular HomePlug Ethernet-over-power device to support Triple Play applications such as IPTV, VoIP and high-speed Internet access.

Billion’s BiPAC P108 HomePlug kit uses a building’s existing electrical cabling to create or extend a computer network to areas where wireless networks may not reach. The new BiPAC P108 HomePlug runs at 500Mb/s, more than twice the 200Mb/s speed of the previous HomePlug model.

Costing just $149, Billion’s BiPAC P108 HomePlug kit comprises two BiPAC 2075 Ethernet-over-power adapters. To create or extend a network, simply plug each adapter into any wall power socket in your premises and then plug your network devices into each HomePlug’s Ethernet port.

The higher speed performance of the BiPAC P108 HomePlug kit better supports Triple Play applications such as seamless high-definition media streaming, intense online gaming and “jitter-free” VoIP calling throughout your home. The BiPAC P108 also supports noise-immune data transmission over electrical wire, so there is no disruption to network traffic if family members turn on or off other electronic devices.

As well as support for Gigabit Ethernet, the BiPAC P108 HomePlug kit contains “green” power-saving features that automatically detect when network devices are powered down or disconnected, allowing the HomePlug adapter to drop automatically into Sleep mode.

Billion products are distributed exclusively in Australia by PCRange. For the past five years, Billion has earned the accolade of Australia’s most popular broadband hardware by topping the Australian Broadband Survey, run by tech-savvy website Whirlpool www.whirlpool.net.au).

PCRange Sales Manager George Tsang said the BiPAC P108 HomePlug kit automatically recognised the bandwidth needs of voice and video applications. “QoS (Quality of Service) prioritises the data to guarantee optimal transmission quality,” he said. “TV and video images are received and displayed with absolute smoothness. QoS also guarantees the clear, instant reproduction of voice data, even when other applications are running on the network at the same time.”

Learn more about the Billion BiPAC P108 at http://au.billion.com/product/powerline/bipacP108.php. For more about Billion’s full Australian product range, visit www.billion.com.au.

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The Billion BiPAC P108 HomePlug kit is available for two-week loans to assist journalists with reviews. To request a loan unit, email John Harris at jharris@impress.com.au. Download images from www.impress.com.au/Billionpix.

About PCRange www.pcrange.com.au

PCRange is the exclusive Australian distributor for technology convergence products including:

• Billion broadband networking devices
• Minitar wireless networking devices
• 3GO data modems
• PADACS accessories for Apple iPad and iPhone
• FRITZ!Box products from AVM.

Billion Electric Co. Ltd. (Taiex: 3027, trading as BILLION) is founded in Taiwan in 1973 and has grown to be one of the leading providers of network equipment and power supply products in the Asia Pacific. With the establishment of the Communication Division, Billion has reinforced its commitment to developing next-generation network equipment and Internet access devices to meet the needs of home users, telecommuters, SOHOs and SMBs around the globe. Billion has received a number of awards for its networking products and has acquired a considerable customer base across Europe, America, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia Pacific. Since March 2009, Billion’s Power Division has added its investment in R&D and manufacturing of Smart Grid business in addition to the power supply products. This division has been officially re-named the "Power and Energy Management Division" (PEM Division) to illustrate Billion’s long-term focus on “Green” product development. With the supply of Smart Grid to reduce carbon emissions resulting in more energy-saving products, Billion aims to contribute to environmental protection and green planet. For more information, please visit www.billion.com.

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