PowerDsine Launches IEEE 802.3af Compliant Single-Port Power over LAN Midspan; Reduces Cost and Eases Deployment of Wireless LAN and Network Security Camera Systems.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SANTA CLARA Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. , Calif. & FARMINGDALE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 3, 2002 At 802.11 Planet Conference today PowerDsine(R), the leading player in Power over Ethernet Power over Ethernet or PoE technology describes a system to transmit electrical power, along with data, to remote devices over standard twisted-pair cable in an Ethernet network. technology, announced its new PowerDsine 6001 single-port Power over LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. (TM) IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 802.3af compliant midspan, offering end-users a money-saving solution to ease the installation of wireless LAN A local area network that transmits over the air typically in the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz unlicensed frequency band. It does not require line of sight between sender and receiver. Wireless base stations (access points) are wired to an Ethernet network and transmit a radio frequency over an area access points and network security camera systems. The PowerDsine 6001 is compatible with all major vendors' wireless LAN access points and network security cameras. The new standard-compliant PowerDsine 6001 replaces PowerDsine's 4001 model, which has already been deployed worldwide in many wireless hotspots, such as airports, universities, hotels and cafes. "Cost and complexity of installation are the most significant deployment issues today for remote, hard-to-reach devices, such as wireless LAN access points and network security cameras. These systems have traditionally required the addition of new AC outlets at each access point or camera location to provide power to the network device," said Amir Lehr, vice president of marketing and strategic planning Strategic planning is an organization's process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy, including its capital and people. , PowerDsine, Ltd. "Power over LAN offers end-users the ability to combine power and data over the existing LAN cable." PowerDsine's 6001 Power over LAN midspans save companies over $1,000 per camera installation by eliminating electrician costs incurred from installing AC outlets near each access point and camera. Additionally, there is little disruption to the workplace since the need for new AC outlets is eliminated. The PowerDsine 6001 prevents any data loss or security breaches as all Ethernet devices can be protected by battery backup See UPS. . The midspans work in conjunction with existing Ethernet switches or shared media devices, as well as with existing Ethernet infrastructure and structured cabling Structured Cabling is defined as building or campus telecommunications cabling infrastructure that consists of a number of standardized smaller elements (hence structured) called subsystems. . The new midspan is the latest addition to the Power over LAN 6000 family of products, which also includes the PowerDsine 6024, 6012 and 6006 Power over LAN midspans (featuring 24, 12 and 6 port solutions, respectively). The PowerDsine 6001 provides a scaleable solution with the ability to add additional ports as needed as needed prn. See prn order. . The new PowerDsine 6001 Power over LAN midspan utilizes PowerDsine's advanced detection algorithms, in addition to the IEEE 802.3af standard-compliant detection, enabling error proof installations and eliminating the possibility of damage to non-power ready devices. This shortens installation time and reduces maintenance problems. The devices sit in tandem Adv. 1. in tandem - one behind the other; "ride tandem on a bicycle built for two"; "riding horses down the path in tandem" tandem with existing Ethernet or Fast Ethernet An earlier name for 100Mbps Ethernet. See 100Base-T. (networking) Fast Ethernet - A version of Ethernet developed in the 1990s(?) which can carry 100 Mbps compared with standard Ethernet's 10 Mbps. It requires upgraded network cards and hubs. switches and enable a unified supply of data and power through a single connection by sending power over standard Category 5 twisted pair A thin-diameter wire (22 to 26 gauge) commonly used for telephone and network cabling. The wires are twisted around each other to minimize interference from other twisted pairs in the cable (Alexander Graham Bell invented this and was awarded a patent for it in 1881). cable. As a result, enterprises can deploy IP telephony and other devices without the time and cost required to install separate power cabling to existing infrastructure. In addition, Power over LAN provides continuous service during power outages by utilizing the same centralized, uninterrupted power supply that backs up the network. This architecture enhances a customer's investment in both Category 5 infrastructure and in Ethernet switch equipment. The full 6000 series of PowerDsine's Power over LAN midspans is currently available. For more information, contact Richard Bauer, president, PowerDsine, Inc. 631/756-4680; e-mail: richardb@powerdsineusa.com; Julie Shafiki, director of corporate communications, PowerDsine Ltd., 972-9-775-5118; e-mail: julies@powerdsine.com. About PowerDsine PowerDsine (www.powerdsine.com) is the leader in Power over LAN(TM) technology, providing the ability to deliver both power and data over a single network cable. PowerDsine offers cost-effective solutions to enterprises, simplifying installations of wireless LAN access points, IP telephones and network security camera systems. PowerDsine's product line offers a variety of Power over LAN midspan devices as well as integrated solutions, which are embedded into Ethernet switches. PowerDsine is a founding member of the IEEE 802.3af Task Force leading the development of an industry standard for remotely powering Ethernet devices over the LAN infrastructure. Power over LAN is a trademark and PowerDsine is a registered trademark of PowerDsine, Ltd. |
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