Attempting to connect your network via PoE
Attempting to connect your network via PoE
I have a group of Raspberry Pi 4s (two with 4GB and two with 8GB). There are many cables coming out from each one, going to various devices like a router on another side of the room from the power source. Because they're sitting on my desk, it's becoming quite bothersome. I'm considering switching to PoE adapters, but online advice suggests the PoE hats might be prone to damage during shipping and are also vulnerable in fans. I discovered some PoE splitters: a GeeekPi 2PCS model that converts 48V to 5V using IEEE802.3af, and another USB-C splitter from Amazon. There are also PoE splitter adapters for Raspberry Pi, with different voltage and power ratings. The Pi itself claims support up to 5V 3A, so I need to confirm if the second adapter meets that requirement. For switching to four Pi units, I'm unsure which switches can supply enough power. I found a few options but lack detailed knowledge of PoE standards. Here are some choices: a GeeekPi switch with 4 ports and 78W power, a TP-Link model with 56W per port, and a YuanLey switch with 30W per port. Since my router uses the AX-55 and all these adapters seem to separate power and data, I wonder if I can connect the router directly to the wall outlet for power.