Buffalo™ releases UPA certified PL-UDP-L1 Powerline LAN solution using DS2 200 Mbps chipset

• Elegant and easy-to-use desktop kit enables fast HD multi-media file transfers between network-enabled devices by plugging into the power socket
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Tokyo, 19th July, 2007 - Buffalo™ a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and wireless networking, storage and memory solutions today announced the availability of the 200Mbps UPA-compliant Powerline Ethernet Modem (PL-UDP-L1) and kit (PL-UDP-L1/S) that enable home users to interlink their home media devices over the house’s electrical wiring. The products run on DS2´s 200 Mbps powerline chips and comply with the Universal Powerline Association’s (UPA) Digital Home Standard. The products carry the “UPA Plug-tested” official seal for whole home multi-media networking applications.

The elegant, desktop solution uses the already-installed AC electricity network and omnipresent wall sockets to connect network-enabled devices on the home network so that HD video, data and music files can be transferred and shared throughout the home. The solution also provides easy Internet-connectivity to IPTV broadband television services as well as to PS3, Xbox360 and other online gaming platforms.

Mr. Hajime Nakai, General Manager of the Buffalo Broadband Solutions Group in Japan, stated: “Our UPA-based powerline networking solution is a perfect complement to Buffalo´s award winning range of Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices such as the LinkStation Home Server, allowing instant access anywhere in the home, to valuable stored content such as digital photos, video and documents. The PL-UPD-L1 product connects any Ethernet-ready device on the home network, such as a personal computer, High Definition TV, digital video recorder or game console, instantly for bandwidth-hungry applications including video streaming. The speed and quality of the DS2 200 Mbps chip ensures perfect Flicker-Free streaming of High Definition (HD) video files and Internet connectivity for voice and gaming applications with zero latency throughout the home network.”

“As consumers continue to add digital applications to their households, the demand for an easy, non-costly and effective way to create inter-connectivity grows. Buffalo is a leading and highly respected international brand developing practical, cutting-edge and easy-to-use tools for businesses and the home. It is an honour for us that Buffalo has selected UPA technology and DS2 chips to launch its high-quality, feature-rich powerline networking products that are affordable and easy-to-use,” said Jorge Blasco, President and CEO of DS2.

The Powerline Ethernet Modem (PL-UDP-L1) and kit (PL-UDP-L1/S) are a high-speed alternative to traditional Ethernet installation that delivers instant connectivity for multi-media networking applications without the inconvenience of drill holes or laying new cabling.

Availability
Buffalo´s DS2-based Powerline Ethernet Modems will be available from mid-August in retail stores in Japan.


<sub>About DS2
DS2 is the world's leading supplier of the 200 Mbps technology that enables home networking and broadband access over powerline, coaxial cable, and telephone wire. DS2 pioneered the industry with the introduction of its 200 Mbps chipsets, creating the fastest and highest performance solution for simultaneous data, digital audio and high-definition video transmission. Two pre-eminent industry groups, the Universal Powerline Association (UPA) and the European Union consortium OPERA (Open PLC European Research Alliance) have adopted DS2 technology in support of multi-vendor standard certified product. For more information, please visit www.ds2.es

About Buffalo
Buffalo is a leading global provider of award-winning networking, storage, multimedia and memory solutions for the home and small business environments, as well as for system builders and integrators. With almost three decades of networking and computer peripheral experience, Buffalo has proven its commitment to delivering innovative, best-of-breed solutions that have put the company at the forefront of infrastructure technology. For more information about Buffalo Technology and its products, please visit www.buffalotech.com.</sub>

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