The Difference Between a PoE and Non-PoE Switch
Technology advancement has brought various components for efficient telecommunication systems. One such component is a network switch. PoE and Non-PoE switches are synonymous with wireless network building. POE stands for power over ethernet. The term simply refers to a technologically enabled functionality that conveys both data and power for enabled devices.
A PoE switch consists of networking devices which can supply power and transmit data via an ethernet cable simultaneously. Non PoE switch is a data-only device. The main difference between PoE and non-PoE enabled switch is accessibility to both power and ethernet. PoE switches serve both functions while non-PoE only allows network connectivity.
PoEs provide more power while reducing cables in a network. PoE switches allow mixing PoE and non-PoEs since one can switch off power over ethernet feature and use it as a normal switch. A non-PoE switch cannot support PoE devices. However, installing a PoE injector or a PoE splitter can help support a few devices. The injector adds electrical power while still transmitting data. With a PoE switch, it runs only one cable on the device while non-PoE needs separate wires, one for power and the other one data.
