Safely and efficiently provide power over LAN Data cabling for VoIP phones, Wireless Networking access points and other remote access devices. The BL-8000 PowerSense Mid-Span Power Hub offers a safe and efficient way to provide power to VoIP Phones, Wireless LAN Access Points, Web Cameras and other LAN Devices without the use of an external power supply for each device. Power is supplied over the existing LAN data cabling system. This greatly improves the range of installation locations for such devices, no longer requiring them to be located near a power outlet. It also adds an unprecedented level of safety and reliability for powered LAN devices.
The BL-8000 is a 20 port rack-mount chassis with up to 20 individual modules. Each module is Hot-swappable so that modules may be added to the chassis without powering down the unit. For safety, each module has its own DC to DC converter, which is totally voltage isolated from the other ports. Each module is separately fused and protected from any unexpected current surge. If a power surge should occur, either through a building electrical system or lightning strike, the Hub takes the force and helps protect the valuable equipment attached to it. If the individual power module is damaged due to misuse or very large power surge, the unit may be hot swapped out without powering down the chassis or disconnecting the other devices attached to the other power modules in the chassis.
When used with an uninterruptible power supply, the PowerSense Hub family provides non-stop power for up to 20 connected devices (model dependent). Continuous operation of powered LAN devices is assured, while costly downtime is avoided. The PowerSense Hub also eliminates the need for costly uninterruptible power supplies to be installed for each powered LAN device, saving time and extra expense. The PowerSense Hub is tailored to provide maximum value in VoIP network applications. External power supplies normally required for VoIP phones become unnecessary. Power is now supplied by the PowerSense Hub System to the phones directly over the existing LAN cabling infrastructure. A device detection circuit provides invaluable protection from over-voltage damage when connecting expensive devices to the network such as VoIP phones or laptops.The PowerSense family also includes a ten port model, a six port model and a single port model for powering smaller concentrations of devices. PowerSense accessory products include splitters necessary for use with most wireless LAN access points.

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