Ideal For Overcoming Thick Walls The ZenWiFi AX Hybrid combines WiFi and powerline technologies, providing the ideal solution for homes with thick or metal-reinforced walls that cause WiFi backhaul problems. Backhaul data for the mesh network can be sent via powerline over your home's electrical wiring. AV1300 HomePlug AV2 MIMO : 1300 Mbps AX1800 ultimate AX performance : 1201 Mbps+ 574 Mbps.