Power over Ethernet extends to gigabit networks

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Jul 11, 2005

PowerDsine has unveiled its new line of power over gigabit Ethernet midspans, announcing the 24-port 6024G model, which will be the first to ship.

PowerDsine has unveiled its new line of power over gigabit Ethernet midspans, announcing the 24-port 6024G model, which will be the first to ship.

PowerDsine's 6000G PoE midspan family delivers safe power over standard Ethernet cabling to both existing 10/100Mbit/s and emerging gigabit (1000Mbit/s) network devices, such as VoIP phones, WLAN access points and IP network video cameras in enterprise installations.

PowerDsine's power over gigabit Ethernet technology is the first to market, supplying reliable power to 10/100/1000Mbit/s devices.

When connected to a central uninterruptible power supply (UPS), the 6000G models provide a cost-effective way to distribute power remotely while ensuring uninterrupted operation of the network during electrical power failure.

The PowerDsine 6000G PoE Midspan family offers long-term investment protection to enterprises by providing a scalable solution that will enable the deployment of new PoE applications and services without the need for additional upgrades, therefore providing support for existing 10/100 devices, as well as future 1000Mbit/s devices.

In the last two years, Ethernet switches shipping with gigabit ports has grown; gigabit Ethernet port penetration will be more than 25% in 2005 and will pass the 50% mark in 2007, according to IDC.

As gigabit capabilities proliferate on the desktop, PowerDsine believes the PowerDsine 6024G Midspan is well positioned to deliver the PoE functionality that is not available in the majority of gigabit Ethernet switches shipping today.

The 6024G Midspan offers a simple, cost-effective upgrade to gigabit PoE while protecting the existing investment in recently purchased gigabit Ethernet Switches.

PowerDsine's CEO Igal Rotem said: "The two main drivers for our 6000G Midspan line are emerging gigabit IP phones and wireless LAN access points".

"In particular, the gigabit IP phone benefits significantly because the IP phone and PC share the high-bandwidth pipe while reducing costs by consolidating power, data and voice on the LAN".