PoE Endspan Method

The PoE Endspan method uses the Ethernet switch ports on power-sourcing equipment, such as a RUCKUS PoE switch, which has embedded PoE technology to deliver power over the network.

With the Endspan method, there are two supported methods of delivering power. In Alternative A, four wires deliver data and power over the network. Specifically, power is carried over the live wire pairs that deliver data. In Alternative B, the four wires of the spare pairs are used to deliver power over the network. RUCKUS PoE devices support Alternative A.

The Endspan method is illustrated in the following figure.

PoE Endspan Method