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2.210/100BASE-TX Ports Definition

2.2.1Data Input Ports

The Midspan has 6 (or 12) 10Base-T/100Base-TX- data input ports, configured in a non-crossover manner (straight-wired). These ports, shown in Figure 2-1 (bottom row of connectors), are designed to carry Ethernet data only (Tx/Rx) over the standard 2-wire pairs (pins 1/2 and 3/6).

2.2.2Data & Power Output Ports

The Midspan has 6 (or 12) Data & Power ports also configured in non- crossover manner (straight-wired). These ports are designed to carry Ethernet data over the standard 2-wire pairs (pins 1/2 and 3/6) and DC power over the spare pairs (pins 4/5 and 7/8).

According to IEEE 802.3 standard, the maximum allowable distance between two Ethernet links is 100 m (328 ft). The Power over LAN Midspan is garanteed to work up to this distance.

Figure 2-1: Power over LAN Midspan, Front View (PD-3012)

2.3Indicators

A set of indicators provide the status of the Power over LAN Midspan and its ports. Refer to Table 2-1 and Table 2-2 for status information during operation.

2.3.1Primary Power Indicator

A Main (power) indicator on the front panel, shows the status of the Midspan. This indicator illuminates green when power is applied to the Midspan. In case of a problem with the device, the indicator illuminates in orange.

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PD-3006, PD-3012 specifications

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