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• thiefcrazy98

  Hi! I'm looking for a solution to extend my network to several remote points and I'm thinking about using PoE extenders from EnableIT. Has anyone used them in their practice? I'm wondering how reliable they are over long distances (for example, 150-200 meters)? The specifications say that this is possible, but will there really be a stable connection without loss of quality? I've never encountered such devices, and I need to figure out whether it's worth investing in them or there are other solutions. What do you think?

  Feb 22nd, 4:26 am
• EvanDuke

  Compare PoE Extenders from EnableIT and I can say that they have justified themselves. Let's first figure out how they work and why they are needed at all. PoE (Power over Ethernet) extenders are devices that allow you to transmit both power and data over a single Ethernet cable over long distances. Typically, the Ethernet standard allows you to transmit a signal for 100 meters, but if necessary, you can use PoE extenders to increase this distance. In practice, this is an ideal solution for connecting devices such as CCTV cameras, Wi-Fi access points and other devices that require both power and data transmission, but are located far from the power source. Now about EnableIT. I used their extenders to transmit power and data over a distance of about 150 meters, and the result was quite stable. Of course, it is important to consider several factors. First, the cable itself plays a big role. If you use a good cable, such as Cat6 or Cat6a, then the extender will be able to work over long distances without problems. I used Cat6 with good shielding, and it gave excellent results. Secondly, the installation of the extenders themselves must be correct. Some users complain that they encounter problems at long distances if the cables are not shielded properly or if devices that require too much power consumption, such as high-resolution cameras, are installed.

  Feb 22nd, 8:57 am
• Tobias

  Interestingly, I recently read about PoE extenders from EnableIT and was actually thinking about buying one for one of my projects. The issue of long distances, especially when you need to transmit both power and data, has always been a problem. Of course, you can always use additional devices or lay new cables, but PoE extenders really save a lot of time and effort in this regard. As for the transmission speed, I agree that it is not only the quality of the extender that is important, but also the type of cable.

  Feb 22nd, 10:54 am