Computer Networking Equipment Deals

For its newsletter subscribers only, newegg offers the Rosewill Powerline AV Wall-Plug Gigabit Adapter Starter Kit, model no. RPLC-500KIT, for $49.99 with free shipping via the directions below. That's the lowest total price we could find by $35. This adapter plugs into wall power outlet to expand your home network without having to run Ethernet cables through your house. It supports up to 500Mbps data transfer rates. Deal ends May 19. To get this deal:

1. Add the Rosewill Powerline AV Wall-Plug Gigabit Adapter Starter Kit to your cart for $69.99
2. apply coupon code "EMCXRWN76" to cut it to $59.99
3. redeem this $10 mail-in rebate for a final price of $49.99

newegg offers the TP-LINK N600 Dual-Band 802.11n Wireless 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Router, model no. TL-WDR3600, for $64.99. This $20 mail-in rebate cuts it to $44.99. With free shipping, that's tied with our mention from last month and the lowest total price we could find by $14. This dual-band router features five Gigabit ports, two USB ports, simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, detachable antennas, and WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK encryption. Rebate expires May 23.

Fry's Electronics offers the ASUS Black Diamond Dual-Band 802.11a/n Wireless N600 SOHO Router, model no. RT-N53, for $49.99. This $15 mail-in rebate cuts it to $34.99. Choose in-store pickup to dodge shipping charges, which start around $7. That's $8 under our mention from last month and the lowest price we could find by $14. This is a concurrent dual-band router, meaning it can run two separate full-speed 802.11n wireless networks at the same time. Deal ends May 23.

For its newsletter subscribers only, newegg offers the TRENDnet GREENnet 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch, model no. TEG-S81g, for $36.99. Coupon code "EMCXRWN77" drops it to $19.99. With free shipping, that's the lowest total price by $16. This GREENnet device claims to reduce power consumption by up to 70% compared to standard unmanaged switches. It also features eight Gigabit Ethernet ports and a maximum data transfer speed of up to 1,000Mbps. Coupon expires May 19.

newegg offers its newsletter subscribers the Netgear AC1750 Dual-Band 802.11ac Wireless Router (pictured), model no. R6300-100NAS, for $199 with free shipping. Apply coupon code "EMCXRWN42" and the Seagate 2TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, model no. STBV2000100, will be added to your cart automatically for free. That's $89 under the best price we could find for these items if purchased separately elsewhere. (For further comparison, we saw the router on its own for $39 less in April.) This dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) wireless router features wireless speeds of up to 1750Mbps, five Ethernet ports, and more. The hard drive features USB 3.0 connectivity. Deal ends May 19.

Update: Specs corrected.

Cisco continues to offer its factory-refurbished Cisco Linksys Smart Dual-Band 802.11n Wireless Gigabit Ethernet Router, model no. EA3500, for $59.99. (Click "Certified Refurbished EA3500" to see it.) Coupon code "HSPH10" cuts it to $53.99. With free shipping, that's $3 under our April mention of a refurb and the lowest total price we've seen. (It's also $42 under the lowest total price we could find for a new one.) This 300Mbps router features Cisco Connect Cloud support, simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, four Gigabit Ethernet ports, a MIMO antenna array, and more. A 90-day Cisco warranty applies.

For its newsletter subscribers only, newegg offers the ASUS Dual Band 802.11ac / 802.11n Wireless 1750 Gigabit Router (pictured), model no. RT-AC66U, for $189.99. Coupon code "EMCXRWP54" nets the ASUS Selectable Dual-Band 802.11ac / 802.11n Wireless Adapter, model no. USB-AC53, for free. (It will be added to your cart automatically.) With free shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find for these items by $50. The router features a maximum speed of 1.75Gbps, dual-band support, four Gigabit Ethernet ports, two USB ports, and more. The adapter features WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption. Deal ends May 22.

TigerDirect offers the Actiontec Powerline 500Mbps Network Adapter Kit, model no. PWR511K01, for $39.99. Coupon code "COX90928" cuts it to $33.99. With around $2 for shipping, that's $4 under last month's mention and the lowest total price we've seen for this set. (It's a current price low by $10.) This plug-and-play Ethernet kit uses your existing electrical outlets to create a secure 500Mbps high-speed building-wide network. Deal ends May 18.

For its newsletter subscribers only, newegg offers the Rosewill Premium Powerline AV+ mini Wall-Plug Adapter, model no. RPLC-200KIT, for $39.99. Coupon code "EMCXRWP242" cuts it to $29.99. With free shipping, that's tied with our March mention as the lowest total price we could find by $20. This kit includes two adapters that allow you to create a network using your home's existing electrical wiring. It's purportedly up to 30% faster than the standard Powerline AV 200 and features speeds of up to 200Mbps. Deal ends May 22.

For its newsletter subscribers only, newegg offers the D-Link Amplifi HD 802.11n Gigabit Media Router 1000, model no. DIR-657, for $39.99. Coupon code "EMCXRWS235" cuts it to $19.99. With free shipping, that's tied with our mention from a month ago and the lowest total price we could find now by $10. It features HD Fuel QoS for bandwidth optimization, four Gigabit LAN ports, 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3ab support, WPA/WPA2/WEP security, speeds up to 300Mbps, and more. Deal ends May 20.

newegg offers the the ASUS N900 802.11n Dual Band Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, model no. USB-N66, for $64.99. This $20 mail-in rebate cuts it to $44.99. (Amazon charges the same, also after rebate.) With free shipping, that's tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $2. It features a data transfer rate of up to 450Mbps, 3-point orthogonal antenna design, and more. Rebate expires May 31.

newegg offers the Rosewill RNX-N300RT 802.11n Wireless 4-Port Router, model no. RNWB-11001, for $19.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $8, although we saw it for $6 less on Cyber Monday. It features four 10/100M LAN ports, dual antennas, transfer rates of up to 300Mb/s, DD-WRT support, WEP and WPA/WPA2 encryption, and more.

mwave offers the PremierTek PowerLink 802.11n Wireless Ultra Long Distance Indoor and Outdoor USB Adapter, model no. PL-2814N, for $36.99 plus 49 cents for shipping. That's tied with last week's mention and the lowest total price we could find by $6. Claiming an operating distance of up to 2,000 meters (1.24 miles), it features a 14dBi panel antenna, and support for WEP, WPA2, WPA2 TKIP/AES, WPA2-PSK, and WPA-PSK encryption.

newegg offers the Rosewill Gigabit Ethernet USB 3.0 Adapter, model no. RNG-406U, for $17.99 with free shipping. That's $12 off and the lowest total price we could find for such an item. This adapter allows you to connect your Mac, PC, or select Android device to a wired network via a USB port.

Dell Home offers the Netgear Push2TV 1080p Intel Wireless Display Adapter, model no. PTV2000-100NAS, for $49.99. This $20 mail-in rebate cuts it to $29.99. (Amazon charges the same via this rebate). With free shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find by $20, although we saw it for $5 a week ago (since expired). This adapter wirelessly transmits whatever is displayed on your laptop screen to your TV, up to 1080p. Rebate expires June 30.

Note that this device requires a system with Intel Wireless Display (WiDi); click here for more information.

Adorama offers the Western Digital My Net N900 802.11n HD Dual-Band Router, model no. WDBWVK0000NSL-HESN, for $89.95 with free shipping. That's $2 under our mention from two days ago and the best price we've seen for this router. (It's a current price low by $10). It features seven Gigabit Ethernet ports, two USB ports, 450 + 450 Mbps data transfer rates, and more.

Ostell via Amazon offers the Motorola SURFboard DOCSIS 3.0 Broadband Cable Modem, model no. SB6141, for $66.49 with free shipping. That's $4 under our April mention of a different color and the lowest total price we could find by $3. It features upstream and downstream channels, support for IPv4 and IPv6, enhanced network management, and more. This modem may not be compatible with all service providers.

TigerDirect offers the TRENDnet 500Mbps Powerline AV Ethernet Adapter Kit, model no. TPL-406E2K, for $39.99 plus around $4 for shipping. That's $6 under our February mention and the lowest total price we could find now by $4. This plug-and-play Ethernet kit uses your existing electrical outlets to create a secure 500Mbps high-speed building-wide network.

AltaTac via Rakuten Shopping offers the Belkin Share N300 802.11n Wireless Router, model no. F7D7302, for $19.99 with free shipping. That's tied with our March mention and the lowest total price we could find now by $4. It features pre-configured security settings with WPA/WPA2 and WEP encryption, four Ethernet ports, one WAN port, USB (for connecting a printer, hard drive, etc.), and more.