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AXIS PoE Midspans 8P/16P
Installation
Connecting Power Cables
The AC power cable is connected to the AC power connector located in the rear side of the AXIS PoE
Midspans 8P/16P and the power outlet.
Connecting Ethernet Cables
The ports in the product’s front panel are configured as ‘route through’ ports for all the eight/
sixteen RJ-45 connectors. Use Category 5 cabling in making connections.
1. Connect cables from the ethernet switch to the data ports - on the bottom row of the
AXIS PoE Midspans 8P/16P.
2. Connect the cables from the IEEE 802.3af powered devices to the corresponding Data
and Power ports on the top row of the AXIS PoE Midspans 8P/16P.
Powering Up
AXIS PoE Midspans 8P/16P are powered by the power cord. In order to apply or remove power to or
from the Midspan, connect or disconnect the AC power cable to or from the AC power connector on
the rear side of the unit.
With AC power the unit starts-up and the internal fans are active. The device runs through a quick
power-on test, which takes less than 10 seconds. During this period, all ports are initially disabled
and the port indicators light up. The sequence of the port LEDs are shown in the section below -
LED Indicator. Ports now operate under normal conditions.