LATEST INTELLIGENCE
POWERED FIBRE CABLE SYSTEM
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW:
PRESENTED BY
HYBRID OPTICAL FIBRE SYSTEM FOR
EXTENDING POWER OVER ETHERNET (POE)
T
his document is intended to describe the
purpose and function of the CommScope
powered fibre cable system used in
conjunction with the PoE Extender. It will provide an
overview of what options are available and highlight
issues to consider for deployment.
Application
Deployment of HD cameras, Wi-Fi access points,
optical network terminals, small cells (picocells,
femtocells, metrocells, etc.) and other network
access devices can be difficult, especially in
outdoor environments. Many of these devices
accept a Power over Ethernet (PoE) input for power
and communications. However, the PoE distance
limitation of 100 metres can cause difficulties with
network planning. Also, power is not always readily
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available in the precise locations where device
placement is needed to improve 4G LTE and/ or
802.11ac Wi-Fi coverage for wireless networks,
such as on the sides of buildings, lamp posts, etc.
In these situations, it is typically needed to run
power to the desired location prior to installing
the devices. Also, any concern about who pays
for that power and how it is monitored requires
wireless network operators to negotiate with local
utility companies and building owners. All of this
adds time and money to the installation of network
access devices.
CommScope has developed a solution that
combines power and optical fibre communications
into one system, eliminating the hassles and extra
expense associated with powering typical low power
network devices. ◊
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