{"id":2575,"date":"2017-10-03T14:49:28","date_gmt":"2017-10-03T18:49:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cablesandkits.com\/blog\/?p=2575"},"modified":"2017-10-03T14:49:28","modified_gmt":"2017-10-03T18:49:28","slug":"what-is-the-best-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cablesandkits.com\/blog\/what-is-the-best-switch\/","title":{"rendered":"PoE vs. PoE+: What is the Best Switch to Meet your Network Needs?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re new to networking, you might be wondering what in the world is the difference between PoE and PoE+ switches. And, why should I care? <\/span><\/p>\n

With numerous variations of series, port counts, sizes, and types of switches out there, it\u2019s challenging for the non-technical elite to make sense of it all. So, we\u2019ve rounded up some knowledge and insights to help you understand what a PoE switch is and how it\u2019s different than the plus version. By the time you finish this post, you\u2019ll be mentally sparring with the best CTO\u2019s out there.<\/span><\/p>\n

Power-over-Ethernet<\/a>, often referred to as PoE, is a system used to distribute data and power to a targeted network of devices via safe Ethernet cabling. It uses basic copper cables and a switch to send power to the network. Recently, PoE+ has also become popular. Use this guide to help you determine which one best meets your needs.<\/p>\n

If you love to see Jonathan\u2019s shiny forehead, we\u2019ve got a lovely video of him communicating a few tidbits about PoE in this video about our WS-C2960X-48FPS-L 48-port switch. <\/span><\/p>\n