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Product Features
Technical Overview
This PoE injector operates as a midspan device that injects DC power onto the Ethernet data lines, following standard Power over Ethernet protocols to ensure compatibility with IEEE 802.3af/at compliant devices. The unit accepts data input from a network switch or router and outputs both data and power through a single Ethernet cable to the powered device.
The green housing provides visual identification in multi-device installations and matches Digi's product color coding system. The compact design minimizes footprint requirements while maintaining proper heat dissipation for continuous operation.
This section brings together practical product details such as Color Family, Product Color, Country of Origin, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The Digi ACC-500170 PoE Injector offers several practical benefits for network deployments requiring power delivery to remote devices without local AC outlets.
Simplified Installation
Eliminates the need for separate power supplies at device locations, reducing installation time and cable management complexity.
- Single Ethernet cable carries both data and power
- No local AC outlet required at device location
- Reduces overall installation cost
Space-Efficient Design
Compact form factor allows placement in tight spaces while maintaining reliable operation.
- Minimal footprint
- Suitable for crowded network cabinets
- Easy to mount or place discreetly
Standard Compliance
Follows established Power over Ethernet standards for broad compatibility with network equipment.
- Works with IEEE 802.3af/at devices
- Compatible with various network switches
- Supports common PoE-powered equipment
Deployment / Use Cases
The Digi ACC-500170 PoE Injector is ideal for extending Power over Ethernet capability in scenarios where existing network infrastructure lacks built-in PoE support or where additional PoE ports are needed beyond what a switch provides.
Common deployment scenarios include adding PoE to small office networks, supporting wireless access points in distributed environments, powering surveillance cameras in security installations, and enabling VoIP phones in business communications systems. The injector's compact design makes it particularly suitable for retrofit installations where space is limited and minimal disruption is desired.
Wireless Network Expansion
Power wireless access points in locations without convenient AC power outlets, enabling optimal placement for coverage.
Security System Deployment
Support IP surveillance cameras in perimeter monitoring applications where running separate power cables is impractical.
Highlights
- Power over Ethernet injector for data and power delivery
- Compact green design for space-efficient deployment
- Simplifies installation by eliminating separate power supplies
- Compatible with IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards
- Ideal for wireless access points and IP cameras
- Reduces cable clutter in network installations
- Manufactured by Digi International
- Part number ACC-500170 for precise identification
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Digi International |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ACC-500170 |
| Brand Name | Digi |
| Product Name | PoE Injector |
| Product Type | PoE Injector |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Green |
| Product Color | Green |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
FAQ
What is the purpose of this PoE injector?
The Digi ACC-500170 PoE Injector adds Power over Ethernet capability to network setups that lack built-in PoE support. It injects DC power onto Ethernet data lines, allowing a single cable to deliver both data and power to compatible devices like wireless access points, IP cameras, or VoIP phones, eliminating the need for separate power adapters at remote locations.
What devices are compatible with this PoE injector?
This injector is compatible with IEEE 802.3af/at compliant devices, which includes most modern PoE-powered equipment. Common compatible devices include wireless access points, IP surveillance cameras, VoIP phones, network switches with PoE passthrough, and various IoT sensors that support standard Power over Ethernet protocols.
What are the installation benefits of using a PoE injector?
Using this PoE injector simplifies installation by reducing cable requirements—only one Ethernet cable is needed instead of separate data and power cables. This minimizes clutter, lowers installation costs, and allows placement of devices in locations without convenient AC power outlets. The compact design also saves space in network cabinets or at installation sites.
How does this PoE injector handle power delivery?
The injector operates as a midspan device that adds DC power to the Ethernet data stream. It accepts data input from a network switch or router and outputs both data and power through a single Ethernet cable. The power injection follows standard PoE protocols to ensure safe and reliable operation with compatible powered devices.
What makes the green color significant for this product?
The green housing provides visual identification in multi-device installations and aligns with Digi's product color coding system. This helps technicians quickly identify the device type during installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting in environments with multiple network components. The color also offers aesthetic consistency in coordinated deployments.
Where is this PoE injector typically deployed?
Common deployment scenarios include small to medium business networks, retail environments, educational facilities, and security installations. It's particularly useful for adding PoE capability to existing non-PoE network switches, extending wireless coverage with access points, deploying surveillance cameras, or supporting VoIP phone systems where centralized power management is beneficial.