Features and
Benefits
3 C O M
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P O W E R O V E R E T H E R N E T M U LT I P O R T M I D S PA N S O L U T I O N D ATA S H E E T
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Network Diagram
Feature
Benefit
Installation
Cost savings
Integrate power and data connections for
3Com Network Jacks, 3Com 11 Mbps
Wireless LAN Access Points, 3Com NBX
Phones, and other networked devices.
Compact size
1 RU-high case mounts in standard 19-inch
wiring closet rack; removes worksite clutter
of AC power supplies, power cords, and
battery backups.
Easy installation and configuration
Provides plug-and-play installation and
automatic device detection; device ports
located on front panel for easy access.
Centralized power
Simplifies power distribution and backup
for multiple networked devices; UPS
(purchased separately) can be installed in
same wiring closet.
Performance, Availability
24/7 power source
Centralized power source and backup help
ensure continuous operation of business-
critical devices, such as IP phones and WLAN
access points, during power failures.
Scalable configuration
Supports a variety of devices and hardware
installations; multiple midspan solutions can
be mounted in the same wiring cabinet to
support expanding networks.
Safe power source
Automatic signal detection protects legacy
nonstandard and unpowered devices;
enables powered and unpowered devices to
safely share the same Ethernet infrastructure.
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The 3Com Power over Ethernet Multiport Midspan Solution injects 48 VDC power into the LAN infrastructure,
enabling end devices to receive power and data over the same network connection.
