Network switch PLANET POE173 — 2 x Gigabit RJ-45 ports, Power over Ethernet (PoE), black

PLANET POE173 is a compact single-port PoE injector that supplies both Gigabit Ethernet data and Power over Ethernet (PoE) in a small black housing. Compliant with IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3ab standards, it provides two RJ-45 ports (LAN and POE) with 10/100/1000 Mbps support and delivers up to 60 watts of DC power over all four pairs of standard Cat5e/Cat6 cabling. Designed for straightforward installation, the unit includes an internal power supply, one AC input socket and status LEDs for power and PoE activity, enabling fast deployment of high-power network devices without special configuration.

Advantages

The POE173 supports Ultra PoE output up to 60 watts over four-pair UTP, while remaining backward compatible with IEEE 802.3af/at devices. Its compact, all-in-one design with internal power supply and plug-and-play operation simplifies installation and reduces cabling and electrical outlet requirements. By delivering both high-speed Gigabit data and high power through a single Ethernet cable up to 100 meters, it enables flexible placement of IP cameras, wireless access points, and other power-hungry network equipment.

Suitable for

• Powering PTZ speed dome and other high-power IP surveillance cameras
• Supplying All-in-One touch PCs and remote digital signage displays
• Connecting and powering high-performance wireless access points and VoIP phones
• Single-port installations where a compact PoE injector with up to 60 W is required

Key specifications

• Data ports: 2 × RJ-45 (LAN and POE), 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Maximum PoE output: up to 60 W over four-pair Cat5e/Cat6 cabling
• PoE standard compatibility: backward compatible with IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at
• Cabling distance: power and data delivery up to 100 meters over Ethernet cable
• Power input: integrated AC input (100–240 V AC) with internal power supply
• Indicators: System POWER and PoE ACTIVE LEDs
• Form factor: compact, wall- or desk-mountable injector housing in black

How to use

Connect the LAN port to your network switch or router using a Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable and connect the POE port to the PoE-enabled device or to the PoE splitter (for devices requiring 12 V/19 V/24 V DC outputs). Plug the power cord into the injector’s AC input and verify that the POWER and PoE ACTIVE LEDs indicate normal operation. The injector requires no software configuration; once connected it provides Gigabit data and up to 60 W of DC power over the Ethernet cable. For split-output configurations use a compatible POE-171S splitter to convert the injected power to the required DC voltage for the powered device.

Recommendations

Use Cat5e or Cat6 cabling and maintain the 100-meter maximum run length for reliable data and power delivery. Ensure the connected device supports PoE or use the POE-171S splitter when the device requires a specific DC voltage (12 V/19 V/24 V). Allow adequate ventilation around the injector and follow local electrical regulations when installing in ceilings or other enclosed spaces.