The chipset is the latest in Qualcomm Atheros’ AMP™ Powerline technology portfolio, and it is optimized for embedded solutions and small form-factor standalone adapters. The AR7420 is a powerline communications (PLC) transceiver IC that enables the world’s smallest, highest performing and lowest power HomePlug® AV-based and IEEE 1901-compliant products yet deployed. Samples of the AR7420 chip will be available during calendar fourth quarter 2011. The AR7420 enables devices that provide fast, wired networking connectivity through existing household electrical wiring for consumers and service providers who offer connectivity solutions. – Septem– Qualcomm Atheros Inc., the networking and connectivity subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), today announced its new AR7420 chipset, which it will be demonstrating at the Broadband World Forum conference, September 27 – 29 in Paris, France. Qualcomm Atheros Delivers High Performance Mainstream Powerline Connectivity Solution for Cost-Effective Home Networking
