TORRANCE, Calif. –March 4, 2010–TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces from CeBIT, the launch of the 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter with Bonus Plug, model TPL-304E, and the 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter with Bonus Plug Kit, model TPL-304E2K, featuring a built in electrical outlet and embedded power saving technology, which reduces power consumption by up to 70% in standby mode.

The 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter with Bonus Plug works with any electrical outlet, creating a secure high speed building-wide network. When the TPL-304E is plugged in, consumers don’t lose the use of an outlet, as an electrical socket is built into the adapter itself. Connect one adapter to your network and plug another adapter into any outlet on your electrical system for instant high speed network access. Connect adapters quickly using the convenient one-touch connect button. Use up to 16 Powerline adapters to network devices in different rooms without running new cabling.

An advanced electrical noise filter boosts performance. LED displays convey device status for easy power management and troubleshooting. Advanced AES encryption secures your network. The TPL-304E comes with a three year limited warranty and will be available from TRENDnet’s online and retail partners this coming June. The MSRP for the TPL-304E is US $79* or 59 €*.

The 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapter Kit, model TPL-304E2K, comes with two 200Mbps Powerline AV Adapters with Bonus Plug. The TPL-304E2K offers a three year limited warranty and will be available from TRENDnet’s online and retail partners this coming June. The MSRP for the TPL-304E2K is US $149* or 109 €*.

“The TPL-304E offers consumers a number of tangible benefits,” stated Brian Chu, IT Director for TRENDnet. “When you plug this Powerline product into the wall you don’t lose a plug, since it has a bonus plug built right in. Power saving technology greatly reduces electrical consumption in standby mode and a noise filter removes background electrical noise from other devices on your electrical system.”

* Prices vary by country and may not match the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price.