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Didier Willems Mar 8, 2021

The 4 Types of PoE

When Power over Ethernet (PoE) was first standardised in 2003 nobody could have predicted how important and globally dynamic its market would be today. Under the stimulus of IP Convergence and the Internet of Things a wide variety of end devices were introduced into the network. And all require power. With time, the need for more power forced standardisation body IEEE to ratify higher power levels of PoE. This post looks at the 4 PoE Types and the power each delivers to the end device.
Office & Enterprise

Didier Willems Feb 8, 2021

Why you should consider Power over Ethernet

Network convergence in modern buildings brings more end devices such as Wireless Access Points, IP cameras or VoIP phones onto the LAN. But each of these devices requires power to operate. This post looks at how Power over Ethernet (PoE) can help deliver that power and what your network requires.
Office & Enterprise

Géraud DANZEL d'AUMONT Jan 26, 2021

Keep up with network demands while meeting your sustainability goals

As the number of devices, users, applications and networks continues to grow, so does the global carbon footprint. Which actions can you take to ensure you keep up with the network requirements of today and tomorrow while also doing your part to reduce CO2 emissions.
Office & Enterprise

Wolfgang Beier Nov 6, 2020

Building flexibility into your network concept

An inflexible cabling system can actually lead to huge costs and extra effort further down the road. How can you ensure your structured cabling and network architecture will meet – unpredictable – future demands, without over-specifying and investing too much?
Office & Enterprise

Nancy De Clerck Oct 26, 2020

When to consider Category 6A for offices?

Not every office is created equal. Its future use and occupancy will determine which cabling infrastructure you will need. Get it wrong the first time and you are likely to have to re-cable or mitigate at some point to keep up with future demands. This post will look at where Category 6A cabling is recommended in new and upgraded buildings.