Belden Power over Ethernet (PoE) Range Extender For Wireless LANs

Signal transmission solutions provider for wired and wireless enterprise networks, Belden, have introduced the Belden BWRE-100 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Range Extender for use in wireless LANs (WLANs). Designed for in-line installation and seamless integration, Belden claims the new PoE Range Extender significantly increases transmission distance, while offering users cost-effective design, optimal mobility, and ease of implementation.

When used with the Belden Wireless Solution, the PoE Range Extender injects a re-energized signal between the Wireless Switch and the Access Point (AP), using bi directional input and output ports on the Extender. This, according to Belden, enables users to install the APs at a distance of up to 200 meters from the Wireless Switch using Belden Category 5e, Cat 6 or 10G cable. The product can also be used as a standalone PoE device to extend the transmission distance from a system’s PoE injector or power supply to a standard PoE device without the use of an external power feed.

The Belden PoE Range Extender fully meets the IEEE 802.3x full/half duplex Ethernet standard. The product is available immediately, with installation options including horizontal shelf or vertical wall mount.