Date: 08/07/2010

New four-port PoE midspan from Microsemi

Microsemi has introduced the PowerDsine PD-3504G, a compact, cost-effective four-port Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) midspan designed to power a wide range of network devices in low-density applications. It is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3af specifications and can safely power wireless LAN (WLAN) access points, IP security cameras, VoIP phones, access control systems and other devices over existing standard Ethernet cabling.

Some of the key features of PD-3504G are:
1. This four-port PoE midspan joins Microsemi's single-port PD-3501 and PD-3501G products for low density installations
2. Supports up to 24-port implementations in both standard- and high-power applications and has a variety of smart power-management and remote-maintenance capabilities.
3. Enables delivery of both data and power over a single standard Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for an external power supply and its associated AC/DC power cabling.
4. Provides a compact affordable and safe power-delivery solution over the existing Ethernet infrastructure.
5. Supports Gigabit Ethernet data transmission, enabling it to power 10/100/1000Base-T network devices such as wireless IEEE 802.11n access points and wireless WiMAX access points.
6. It has a small footprint of smaller than 6 inches in width and 3 units can fit in a 19-inch rack).

"We are pleased to offer our customers the newest addition to the PowerDsine family of midspans," said Sani Ronen, senior product line manager for Microsemi's PowerDsine midspans. "The PD-3504G will enable cost-effective PoE deployment in small to medium-sized business applications, while also offering an improved power efficiency scheme. The PD-3504G product also offers the well known PowerDsine quality, reliability and superior performance--including full data integrity in 10/100/1000Mbps applications--plus the market's highest margins for meeting EMI Class B requirements."

Availability: PD-3504G midspans are available in production volumes.

For more information visit: http://www.microsemi.com