Specifications

Integrating Network & Power
Jack PC cutting edge technology is the world first computer
powered by standard Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af.
Jack PC, is the world’s lowest power desktop, consumes only
5W at full work mode, which means significant costs-savings
to the organization.
Incorporating the benefits of the emerging PoE technology,
Jack PC was especially designed to be powered by PoE.
Jack PC can receive PoE directly or through Mid-Span Injectors.
When PoE infrastructure is not available, Jack PCs can be
powered by Chip PC-supplied external power supplies.
Jack PC - Powering Options
Option 1- PoE Switch Available:
The Jack PC thin clients are connected at the back side through
Ethernet cables to the building LAN and receive Power-
Over-Ethernet through the existing CAT-5 organizational
infrastructure.
Option 2 - Standard Switch + Mid-span PoE Injector:
If Power-over-Ethernet is not available, Mid-span power
injectors can be added to complement existing LAN switches
and create PoE infrastructure.
Option 3 - Standard LAN Switch + External Power Supply:
Another option is to use Jack PC devices with external DC
power jack enabling standard wall mounted power supply
connection. Jack PC devices should only be used with Chip
PC-supplied power supplies.
What is Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
Power-over-Ethernet (also known as PoE) is a revolutionary technology
that allows various IT equipment (e.g. IP-based computers, IP telephones,
wireless LAN Access Points, Security network cameras and other IP-based
devices) to receive power, in parallel to data, over the existing CAT-5 Ethernet
infrastructure without the need to make any modifications to the network
infrastructure. PoE integrates data and power on the same wires, it keeps
the structured cabling safe and does not interfere with concurrent network
operation.
Benets of PoE
Cost Saving -Avoid the need for separate installation of Data and
Power infrastructures.
Simplicity –Power is fully integrated with Ethernet infrastructure, so
access to rough places for power deployment becomes simpler.
Reliability -as a central UPS joins in, reliability rises towards the
known “five nines”. Moreover, the need for a local backup for each AC
outlet is avoided.
Control -SNMP management capabilities provide control and
monitoring of the PoE device and the powered devices.
Safety -no mains voltages usage, only safe direct-current 48V levels.
Security -locking down unnecessary powered devices when no one
is in the office ensures better business security.
Mobility -Powered devices can be easily moved without the need
for AC outlets minimizing business disruption. Wherever there is an
Ethernet connection, a computer can be easily deployed.
* Note: accredited to PowerDsine White Paper: All You Need To Know About Power-over-Ethernet
(PoE) and the IEEE 802.3af Standard
IEEE 802.3af Midspan
Power Injector
LAN Switch without PoE
External Power Supply
LAN Switch without PoE
Standard
CAT 5
and higher
cabling
LAN Switch with PoE
(IEEE 802.3af )
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The First PoE Computer