Cisco AIR-PWRINJ6= PoE+ Power Injector – 30W Gigabit Ethernet 802.3at

Reliable PoE Power for Cisco Wireless Access Points

The Cisco AIR-PWRINJ6= is a dedicated Power over Ethernet injector designed for Cisco wireless networking deployments. It provides electrical power to compatible access points through the Ethernet connection while simultaneously carrying network data.

This type of external injector is useful when the connected Ethernet switch does not provide the required PoE capability. Instead of replacing the network switch, the injector can be installed between the Ethernet switch and compatible wireless access point to provide the required power.

The injector supports Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and is designed for enterprise wireless environments where reliable power delivery and network connectivity are required.

Key Features

• Power and data over a single Ethernet cable
• IEEE 802.3at PoE+ support
• 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
• Up to 30W PoE power output
• Designed for compatible Cisco wireless access points
• Useful where a PoE-enabled network switch is unavailable
• Compact external power-injection solution
• Suitable for enterprise wireless deployments

How the Cisco Power Injector Works

The AIR-PWRINJ6= is installed between the Ethernet switch and the compatible Cisco wireless access point. The Ethernet switch provides network data to the injector, while the injector adds electrical power to the Ethernet connection before the combined power and data signal is delivered to the access point.

This configuration can simplify wireless access-point installation by eliminating the need for a separate AC power connection at the access-point location, subject to the applicable installation requirements.

Ethernet Connectivity

The Cisco AIR-PWRINJ6= supports 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet connectivity. Gigabit Ethernet support allows the injector to be used in modern enterprise network environments while maintaining Ethernet data connectivity between the switch and wireless access point.

• 10BASE-T Ethernet
• 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
• 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
• RJ-45 Ethernet connections
• Simultaneous power and data transmission

PoE+ Power Delivery

The AIR-PWRINJ6= is designed around IEEE 802.3at PoE+ technology and can provide up to 30W of power for supported compatible devices.

PoE technology allows network administrators to provide electrical power through the same twisted-pair Ethernet cabling used for network communication. This can simplify access-point deployment in locations where installing a dedicated power outlet is inconvenient or impractical.

Installation and Deployment

The AIR-PWRINJ6= can be deployed in enterprise wireless installations where a compatible Cisco access point requires PoE power and the existing network switch does not provide the necessary power output.

• Connect the network switch Ethernet cable to the injector data input.
• Connect the injector output to the compatible Cisco access point.
• Connect the injector to the appropriate AC power source.
• The injector supplies power and Ethernet data to the connected access point.
• Use suitable Ethernet cabling and follow Cisco installation requirements.

Enterprise Wireless Applications

• Enterprise Wi-Fi access-point installations
• Corporate office wireless networks
• Branch office deployments
• Education and university wireless networks
• Healthcare wireless infrastructure
• Retail and commercial Wi-Fi installations
• Hospitality wireless deployments
• Government wireless networks
• Network upgrades where PoE switching is unavailable
• Remote access-point installations

Benefits of Using a PoE Injector

Compatibility Consideration

The injector is a power-delivery accessory rather than a network switch or wireless controller. It does not provide wireless management, routing, switching or controller functionality by itself.

Ideal Applications

• Cisco wireless access-point deployments
• Existing network switches without integrated PoE
• Enterprise office Wi-Fi installations
• Branch and remote-site wireless networks
• Network infrastructure expansion
• Wireless access-point replacement projects
• PoE power requirements for compatible Cisco APs

Why Choose Cisco AIR-PWRINJ6=?

The Cisco AIR-PWRINJ6= provides a practical way to deliver both Ethernet connectivity and PoE power to compatible Cisco wireless access points. Its Gigabit Ethernet support, IEEE 802.3at PoE+ capability and external installation design make it suitable for enterprise wireless deployments where direct PoE from the network switch is not available.

By combining network data and power over Ethernet, the injector can simplify access-point installation and help organizations extend wireless infrastructure without immediately replacing existing non-PoE network switches.