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This user’s guide provides instructions and information to aid in the installation
of the DWL-P1012, most importantly how to connect the device to your network.
Terms
For simplicity, this documentation uses the terms “the Midspan” to refer to the
DWL-P1012, and “Midspan” to refer to all Midspan Products, including the
DWL-P1012.
Overview of this User’s Guide
Introduction
Describes the Midspan and its features.
Unpacking and
Setup
Get started with the basic installation of the
Midspan
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Identifying External
Components
Describes the front panel, rear panel, and LED
indicators of the Midspan.
Configure the
Midspan
Configuration of the smart functions of the
Midspan through the web interface.
Warranty
Warranty information and FCC Declaration
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NTRODUCTION
The DWL-P1012 Power over Ethernet Midspan injects power into data-carrying
Ethernet cabling. The Midspan will add power to 12 ports respectively in a
10/100BASE-TX Ethernet network, over TIA/EIA-568 Category 5/5e/6 cabling.
48V DC operating power (up to 15.4W), for data terminal units, is fed over
unused pairs of the cabling (7/8 and 4/5).
The Power over Ethernet Midspan powers PoE capable devices known as
Powered Devices (PD). Devices that are not equipped to receive power over
Ethernet require an external power splitter adapter (DWL-P50) to be powered.
