D-Link DWL-P50 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter

by D-Link

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.8 x 1.5 inches ; 9.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006GDC2Q
• Item model number: DWL-P50
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the manufacturer

D-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the DWL-P50 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter. By using the DWL-P50, both data and electrical power can be delivered to a non-PoE Ethernet-enabled device from a single CAT5 Ethernet cable.

The DWL-P50 is simple to install and requires no tools or software. Multiple DWL-P50 terminal units complement any PoE injector unit or midspan switch to provide small to medium business settings a complete end-to-end PoE solution. In addition, this unit supports 802.3af ensuring compatibility with other 802.3af PoE compliant injector units or midspan switches.

Its compact size makes implementation extremely easy. During setup, this terminal unit can be set to power up any compatible 5V or 12V Ethernet-enabled device** via the volt selector located on the back.

Using the convenience of Power over Ethernet, you eliminate the need to place an Ethernet-enabled device, such as a wireless access point or an Internet camera near a power outlet. Having to manage only an Ethernet cable simplifies the physical installation of the device. You can now mount these devices on a ceiling or outside, up to 328 feet (100m) from a power source.

With PoE, both power and data can be transmitted using standard Ethernet cabling with virtually no reduction in data throughput. Use the DWL-P50 with Ethernet-enabled devices where power outlets are not readily available and with any compatible PoE power source.

Product Description

This Adapter works with a switch to provide both data and power to Ethernet enabled devices using a single Ethernet cable, eliminating the need to place those devices near outlets. D-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the DWL-P50 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter. By using the DWL-P50, both data and electrical power can be delivered to a non-PoE Ethernet-enabled device from a single CAT5 Ethernet cable.

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Misleading Description, November 6, 2010

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D. Giddings "davegidd" (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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The description for this items suggests that it works independently to provide POE, but that isn't the case. It requires a compatible D-Link switch. I can't vouch for the functionality of this item because it wouldn't work with my existing network equipment, so I had to send it back for a refund.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Likes to blow smoke and splatter electrolyte, but still works! =), March 11, 2006

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Jakob L. Eriksson - See all my reviews
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I've had 5 of these make a popping noise, put out a bit of smoke, and eject some electrolyte (presumably all from a popping capacitor). However, after these episodes, they've all worked just fine. I'm using the 12 V setting, no idea how it'll work for 5 V.

They were popping when connected to a Netgear fs108p switch. After manually adding ground to the switch, no more of these babies have popped. Kinda miss it, to be honest... but it's nice not to have to worry about the sprinklers going off.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For D-Link Equip Only?, April 15, 2011

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D. Abel - See all my reviews
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I'm with the other reviewer, this is not a standard POE injector, it is designed to work with D-Link equipment it seems, the description needs to be better. I gave it 3 stars because I don't know how well it would work if I could use it. It does *not* come with a AC adapter, it assumes there is power on the ethernet and breaks it back down into just enet and just power -- it's the OPPOSITE of a power injector. Anyway, maybe I'm wrong, I messed with it for 5 minutes and then a glance at the manual made it seem like a lost cause so back to the jungle it goes!