
1. Introduction
Micronet SP3908 is Power over Ethernet Midspan which enables a unified supply of
data, voice, video and power through a single access point by sending power over
standard Category 5 and above twisted pair cable. Eliminating the need for bulky AC
adapters, the Power over Ethernet Midspan enhances the reliability of Ethernet
devices, such as IP telephones, wireless LAN access points and Web-cameras.
SP3908 8-port Power over Ethernet Midspan sits in tandem to an existing Ethernet or
Fast Ethernet switch and connects to standard Category 5 and above infrastructure.
This architecture protects customer's investments both in Category 5 and above
infrastructure and in Ethernet switch equipment.
1.1 Features
z Compliant with IEEE 802.3af
z Power supply up to 125 Watts
z Support power management: power port enable / disable, powered device
detection, power classification, power port operation status, fault status detection,
auto shutdown for power overload, system status detection
z Support short-circuit protection
z Support pre-standard PD
1.2 Package Contents
Unpack the contents of the 8-port Power over Ethernet Midspan and verify them
against the checklist below.
z 8-port Power over Ethernet Midspan
z Power Cord
z RS-232 cable
z Quick Installation Guide
z Manual/Utility CD
z Mounting accessory
Compare the contents of your 8-port Power over Ethernet Midspan package with the
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