Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE)
PSE equipment is described in the Power over Ethernet (PoE) specification (IEEE 802.3af) as equipment that delivers PoE to compatible devices. IMC Networks is one of the first companies to combine PoE technology with media conversion, opening up a host of new applications for network designers and installer.
IMC Networks' PSE equipment includes a PSE version of the popular McBasic media converter, and for a PSE only device (non-media converter), the iMcV-PSE-MidSpan line of managed "iMcV" modules.
PSE-McBasic Family
IMC Networks has incorporated PoE technology into the classic McBasic line of media converters. The PSE-McBasic family, which includes the extended temperature range PSE-XT-McBasic, combines copper to fiber media conversion with PoE, delivering a versatile network solution for operators. The PSE-McBasic plugs into a power source at the fiber termination point, and converts the remote single-mode or multi-mode connection, or single strand fiber connection, to PoE over Cat5. Network devices up to 100m from the fiber termination point can then be powered. The XT version allows operation in more difficult environments.
iMcV-PSE-MidSpan
The iMcV-PSE-MidSpan module allows network operators to easily add PoE delivery capabilities (PSE) to an IMC Networks iMediaChassis managed chassis. The PSE-MidSpan delivers data and power to Ethernet devices over a single Ethernet cable. The module is compatible with all iMcV-compatible chassis, such as the 3, 6 and 20-slot iMediaChassis.