PoE Switches

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With a PoE Switch, it is possible to connect multiple devices to the same LAN network while simultaneously providing them with power directly through the connected network cable. Here at AvXperten, we can offer several different PoE Switches with various speeds and port counts in all price ranges. So regardless of what type of PoE Switch you are looking for, AvXperten is a really good place to start.

What is PoE and a PoE Switch?

You may have heard of a PoE Switch before, but what exactly is a PoE Switch? PoE stands for Power Over Ethernet, which can be translated to power over network. PoE makes it possible to supply network devices, such as a network router, an IP camera, a wireless access point, or something entirely different, with power via an Ethernet cable and thus the existing data connection. In other words, you can use PoE to supply your device with power through a regular network cable, which you need anyway to connect the device to a LAN network.

To use PoE, you need a PoE Switch. The PoE Switch's task is to deliver power to the connected device so that the device receives both power and network connection simultaneously through one cable.

What can a PoE Switch be used for?

Now that you know that a PoE Switch is used to provide a network device with power and network connection via a single Ethernet cable, you might want to know what a PoE Switch can actually be used for in practice. Today, there are many different network devices that support PoE and can therefore be used with a PoE Switch. Examples of this include IP cameras (typically used for surveillance), wireless access points, network routers, and access control (access cards, keyless access, intercom systems, etc.).

Advantages of a PoE Switch

There can be many advantages to acquiring a PoE Switch. First of all, PoE Switches have the advantage that only one cable is needed for both power and data transfer. This also makes the installation of devices easier, as you do not have to worry about whether there is a power outlet conveniently available near your device(s). It also makes it very easy if you suddenly want to connect more devices. A PoE Switch will therefore also make it easy and not least possible to install network equipment in places where it would otherwise be impossible or quite impractical to install power.

Secondly, a PoE Switch can be used to reduce the number of power outlets and cables in, for example, the equipment room or cable cabinet, where there are already many cables and outlets overcrowding. This helps to create order and provides an overview of your equipment, as you avoid having more wires and outlets than absolutely necessary.

So instead of spending a lot of money on acquiring and pulling new cables to connect devices to both power and network, you can save time and money with a PoE Switch.
Here at AvXperten, you will find several different types of PoE Switches that cater to various needs and situations. If you want to easily start enjoying the many advantages of a PoE Switch, you have come to the right place.

Find a PoE Switch with a speed and number of ports that fits your needs

PoE Switch is a broad term as there are many different models on the market today that suit different needs. For this reason, it is important that you ensure to find a PoE Switch that meets your specific needs.

First of all, there are PoE Switches with different options regarding transfer speed. For example, there are both PoE Switches with 10/100 Mbps or with 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit). Many PoE Switches support, in this regard, Full Duplex, which means that it is possible to transfer data at the given switch's top speed both ways on all ports simultaneously. If you have chosen a PoE Switch with 10/100 Mbps, it means that you can transfer data at up to 100 Mbps both ways and on all ports simultaneously.
At the same time, most PoE Switches today operate in such a way that if a slow device, with, for example, only 10 Mbps, is connected to the switch, the speed will only be reduced on the one line the slow device is connected to. Thus, it is still possible to run at full speed on all the other connected devices.

Secondly, there are also PoE Switches with varying numbers of ports. If you would like to connect many network devices to your switch, you might want to look for a PoE Switch with 6 or 8 ports. On the other hand, if you only need to connect a few devices, a PoE Switch with, for example, 4 or 5 ports may be sufficient. In the end, it depends on your individual needs.

At AvXperten, we have a large selection of PoE Switches with varying numbers of ports and speeds. This way, you can easily find a PoE Switch with the right speed and the number of ports you need.

Connect non-PoE compatible devices without worry

Before you purchase a PoE Switch, for example, here at AvXperten, it is a good idea to ensure that the devices you want to use with a PoE Switch actually support PoE. You cannot enjoy the many benefits of PoE unless the connected device is PoE compatible. However, you can easily connect other network devices, such as a computer that does not support PoE, to your PoE Switch without worry. You do not need to worry about whether the device will be damaged by being connected even if it does not support PoE. This is because the switch can determine whether the connected device is PoE compatible or not.