PowerDsine is a leader of the fast-growing Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology that allows power to be transmitted over the same network cable as data. PowerDsine has been a pioneer in the development of the Power over Ethernet market place from its inception.

The company first developed the Power over Ethernet technology in 1998 and has subsequently been the major market shaper, delivering its solutions through communications giants such as Avaya, 3Com, Nortel, Siemens and Ericsson, as well as marketing its own PowerDsine midspan solutions to Power over Ethernet- enable legacy networks.

Power over Ethernet has been dubbed the 'universal power supply' with the omnipresent RJ45 network connector being the de facto standard in every network around the world.

PowerDsine 3006	PowerDsine 8000
Active Splitter	PowerDsine 6000 Family

The main benefits of the technology are:

• Quick, cost-effective installation that uses existing data network cables without the need for additional power sockets or wiring
  
• Easy, plug-and-play installation with no configuration required
  
• Centralized power management for improved energy efficiency, reduced electrical costs and enhanced troubleshooting capabilities
  
• Intelligent device detection that checks attached devices to ensure that they can accommodate power signals
  
• Enhanced availability for continuous, high-quality data communications
  
• Cost-saving backup protects against overloads and shorted circuits
  
• Investment protection for legacy systems