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Lantronix

SKU: SISPM1040-362-LRT-L1Y3

Lantronix SISPM1040-362-LRT-L1Y3 6-Port Gigabit Switch 3-Year

6-port gigabit managed switch with DIN-rail mount and 3-year support
- 6 gigabit ports with PoE+ for powered devices in industrial setups
- Managed operation with VLAN and QoS for network control and traffic shaping
- DIN-rail mounting fits compact control cabinets; 8K MAC address table
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SKU: SISPM1040-582-LRT-L2Y1

Lantronix SISPM1040-582-LRT-L2Y1 8-Port Managed Switch One-Year Level 2 Service

One-year Level 2 service for SISPM1040-582-LRT 8-port managed switch
- Priority technical support during business hours with proactive firmware updates
- Hardware repair or replacement coverage for the switch during service period
- Preventive diagnostics and configuration health checks to prevent downtime
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Lantronix

SKU: SISPM1242-582-LRT

Lantronix SISPM1242-582-LRT 10-Port Managed Hardened PoE++ Switch

10-port Gigabit managed switch with PoE++ for industrial deployments
- 10 × 1 Gbps ports with PoE++ power per port for networked devices
- Managed switching with 16K MAC table and industrial temperature rating
- DIN rail mount for equipment enclosures; TAA compliant
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Lantronix

SKU: SLC80162201S

Lantronix SLC80162201S 16-Port Console Server

16-port serial console server for out-of-band infrastructure access
- 16 serial ports for simultaneous management of routers, switches, firewalls
- Out-of-band connectivity independent of primary network when IP access fails
- Purpose-built for data centers and network operations centers requiring emergency recovery
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Lantronix

SKU: SLC80162211S

Lantronix SLC80162211S SLC8000 16-Port Console Server

16-port console server for secure out-of-band network device access
- 16 serial console ports with RJ45 cabling for routers, switches, firewalls
- Secure remote access with authentication and session logging across all ports
- 24/7 out-of-band management when primary network paths are unavailable
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SKU: SLC80162211S-L1Y1

Lantronix SLC80162211S-L1Y1 One-Year Technical Support Subscription

One-year technical support for Lantronix SLC 8000 console servers
- Priority issue resolution and direct access to Lantronix engineering support
- Out-of-hours coverage for 24/7 infrastructure management and troubleshooting
- Configuration guidance for SLC 8000 series network integration and deployment
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SKU: SLC80322201S

Lantronix SLC80322201S SLC8000 32-Port Console Server

32-port console server for out-of-band network device management
- 32 RJ-45 serial ports for centralized access to switches, routers, firewalls
- Out-of-band management keeps console access separate from production network
- Sized for data centers and network operations centers with multiple devices
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SKU: SLC82322201S

Lantronix SLC82322201S 32-Port Console Server

32-port console server for secure out-of-band network device access
- 32 RJ45 serial ports connect to routers, switches, firewalls, and legacy gear
- Redundant access and failover capability for continuous terminal-level management
- TAA compliant for federal procurement and government security operations centers
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Lantronix

SKU: SM24TBT2DPB-920

Lantronix SM24TBT2DPB-920 24-Port Managed Gigabit PoE++ Switch

24-port Gigabit managed switch with PoE++ power per port
- 24 x 1000 Mbps ports with PoE++ for high-power IP cameras and access points
- Managed operation with VLAN support and 8K MAC table for network segmentation
- Standard network protocol management for centralized configuration across installations
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Lantronix

SKU: SM24TBT4XPA-NA

Lantronix SM24TBT4XPA-NA 28-Port Managed Gigabit PoE++ Switch

28-port Gigabit PoE++ managed switch with IEEE 1588v2 timing
- All 28 ports deliver PoE++ power for IP cameras, access points, and powered endpoints
- Managed operation with VLAN, QoS, and protocol support for network segmentation
- IEEE 1588v2 precision timing for synchronized security and automation systems
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Lantronix

SKU: TN-GLC-ZX-SM-12

Lantronix TN-GLC-ZX-SM-12 1000BASE-LX Sfp Module

Single-mode SFP for long-reach fiber at 1.25G with industrial temp rating
- 1000BASE-LX on 1550nm wavelength supports extended-distance deployments
- Industrial operating temperature for stable outdoor and facility installations
- Managed SFP transceiver integrates into gigabit switch platforms
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Lantronix

SKU: X304G00AS

Lantronix X304G00AS LTE CAT.1 Gateway with 1-Year

LTE CAT.1 gateway with Wi-Fi 5 for USA/Canada cellular backup
- LTE CAT.1 connectivity paired with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for dual network paths
- Bluetooth support enables mixed-mode deployments across remote installations
- Desktop form factor sized for security and telecom infrastructure integration
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Lantronix

SKU: XP1001000-05R

Lantronix XP1001000-05R IC Module

25MHz IC module for Lantronix DSTNI-EX platforms with 256KB memory
- 25MHz processor and 256KB RAM in compact IC socket-mount form factor
- Direct replacement module compatible with Lantronix DSTNI-EX infrastructure
- Standard IC socket installation for seamless integration into host systems
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Lantronix

SKU: XP1002000-05R

Lantronix XP1002000-05R IC Module Dstni-ex

Serial-to-Ethernet IC module for DSTNI-EX remote management
- 256KB onboard memory with 25MHz clock for reliable device connectivity
- Serial-to-Ethernet conversion and remote access in networked infrastructure
- Direct replacement module engineered for DSTNI-EX platform integration
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Optex

SKU: AP-360BR(C)

Optex AP-360BR(C) 360-Degree Ceiling-Mount PIR Detector

360° ceiling PIR detector, battery-powered, recessed mount
- Full 360-degree detection pattern covers entire room from single mount
- Battery operated with 200 mA current draw for flexible installation
- Compact 52 x 42.5 mm recessed ceiling design fits standard openings
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Optex

SKU: AX-100TFRI

Optex AX-100TFRI Outdoor Photoelectric Beam Detector

Battery-powered outdoor beam detector, 200 ft range, IP65 rated
- 200 ft detection range with active infrared for perimeter security
- IP65-rated, operates -13°F to 140°F in harsh outdoor conditions
- Battery-powered with ~5-year life; wall, pole, or rack mount options
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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

PoE Power Budget Math

A 24-port PoE+ switch with 370W total budget can't actually run 24 outdoor cameras at peak 25W each. Simultaneous peak — not nameplate — is the limit. Always verify per-port PoE allocation and total budget against actual camera load. See PoE budget planning and why your PoE switch fails after 18 cameras.

328-Foot Ethernet Limit

Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A all top out at 100 meters (328ft) per TIA-568. Past that, you need a media converter to fiber, a PoE extender, or an intermediate switch. Common gotcha: in-wall patch + faceplate + drop + jumper all count against 328ft. Long runs to perimeter cameras frequently exceed the limit — plan for fiber or coax-PoE extension.

Managed vs Unmanaged Switches

Unmanaged switches work for small deployments but provide no VLAN segmentation, no QoS for video traffic, no monitoring, and no remote troubleshooting. Managed switches (Layer 2 or Layer 3) let you isolate cameras on a dedicated VLAN, prioritize video over office traffic, and diagnose link failures from a central SNMP platform. Spec managed for any deployment over 8 cameras.

UPS Sizing & Runtime

NVR + switches + cameras + access control have very different power profiles than office gear. Size UPS for actual wattage of all connected loads + 20% headroom, and calculate runtime with battery-life curves (runtime is non-linear — doubling load often cuts runtime 60%+). Surveillance UPS should provide 15-30 min to accommodate generator transfer or graceful shutdown.

Copper vs Fiber Uplinks

In-rack uplinks on 10G copper (Cat6A) work fine for short runs. Between-building and multi-floor uplinks should be fiber — single-mode for >300m, multimode for under. Fiber is also electrically isolated, which matters in lightning-prone environments. Axis, Hanwha, and Ubiquiti switches include SFP/SFP+ uplinks across most models.

Cooling & Airflow in Racks

Surveillance gear runs 24/7 — a closed rack at 90°F interior temperature will fail drives and switches faster than spec. Specify perforated doors, rack-mount fans, and leave 1U of airflow gap above/below heat-generating equipment. NVRs with internal fans need front-to-back airflow; network switches vary by vendor. Check thermal spec before sealing a wall-mount enclosure.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

802.3af / at / bt PoE Standards

802.3af = 15.4W/port (entry cameras), 802.3at PoE+ = 25.5W/port (most outdoor cameras), 802.3bt PoE++ Type 3 = 60W, Type 4 = 90W (PTZ, heated, multi-sensor). Specify switch support for the highest standard your cameras need — future-proofing with PoE++ switches costs marginally more.

TIA-568 Cabling Standards

Cat5e rated to 1 Gbps at 100m. Cat6 rated to 10 Gbps at 55m, 1 Gbps at 100m. Cat6A rated to 10 Gbps at 100m with proper grounding. Use Cat6A for new surveillance cabling runs — marginal cost premium over Cat6, meaningful margin for long runs + high PoE.

SFP / SFP+ / QSFP+ Modules

Small Form-factor Pluggable optics for fiber uplinks. SFP = 1 Gbps, SFP+ = 10 Gbps, QSFP+ = 40 Gbps. Match module to switch vendor compatibility (some vendors lock to their own brand of optics). Multimode fiber with OM3/OM4 for ≤300m, single-mode for longer or future-proof runs.

VLAN Segmentation

Dedicated VLAN for surveillance isolates camera traffic from office network — improves security (camera-to-camera lateral movement blocked), performance (no contention with office traffic), and troubleshooting. Configure access-control and intercom VLANs separately. Managed switches required; unmanaged switches cannot segment.

Long-Reach PoE Extension

Ethernet-over-Coax (EoC) extends Ethernet + PoE to 1,500+ feet over existing RG59 coax — ideal for analog-to-IP retrofits. Ethernet-over-UTP extenders push runs to 4,000ft over CAT cable. NVT Phybridge CHARIoT, Altronix eBridge, and Veracity Highwire are the common product families. Rate-limited to 100 Mbps typically.

UPS Topology: Line-Interactive vs Double-Conversion

Line-interactive UPS switch to battery on power failure — sufficient for office gear. Double-conversion (online) UPS convert AC→DC→AC continuously, providing perfectly conditioned power — required for sensitive SCADA/security gear in dirty-power environments. Specify double-conversion for NVRs at critical sites.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

8-Camera Single-Site Retrofit

Existing network + 8 outdoor IP cameras. Add a 16-port managed PoE+ switch (Ubiquiti UniFi, Axis T85) on a dedicated VLAN. 1U rack UPS for the NVR + switch. 120-160 watts total PoE budget comfortably runs 8 outdoor cameras with heater + IR.

48-Camera Campus Upgrade

Four buildings, 48 cameras total, existing fiber backbone. Per-building 24-port PoE++ switch with SFP+ fiber uplink to core. Dedicated surveillance VLAN, QoS for video traffic, SNMP monitoring. 2-post relay rack in each IDF closet with dedicated surveillance UPS.

Perimeter Fence Line (1,200ft)

6 bullet cameras + 2 PTZs along perimeter fence, main NVR in building. Fiber media converter + outdoor-rated fiber to a PoE++ switch in a weatherproof enclosure at the fence line. Alternative: NVT Phybridge CHARIoT over existing coax for retrofit applications.

Multi-Floor Office Tower

Stacked IDFs on every floor, cameras + access control + intercom on dedicated VLANs. Cisco Catalyst or Ubiquiti UniFi Pro managed switches per floor with 10G fiber uplink to building core. Per-IDF 3U UPS. Integration with VMS and access control head-end at main BDF.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate PoE budget for a camera deployment?

Sum the peak wattage of every camera (not nameplate — check spec sheet for "PoE class" or "max consumption"). Add 15-20% headroom for inrush during cold-start. The result is your required simultaneous-peak PoE budget. A 24-port PoE+ switch advertised at 370W can only run about 18 outdoor cameras with heaters + IR — see PoE budget planning.

What's the maximum Ethernet cable run for an IP camera?

100 meters (328 feet) per TIA-568 — total distance from switch port to camera port. That includes in-rack patch cords, in-wall cabling, faceplate jack, and camera jumper. For longer runs, use fiber with a media converter or a long-reach PoE extender. Going past 328ft on copper causes intermittent packet loss that looks like camera problems.

Do I need managed or unmanaged PoE switches?

For more than 8 cameras or any mixed-use network (cameras sharing infrastructure with office traffic), specify managed. VLAN segmentation isolates camera traffic for security and performance; QoS ensures video gets bandwidth priority; SNMP monitoring surfaces failures before users call. Unmanaged switches are acceptable only for small standalone deployments.

What UPS runtime should I plan for an NVR + switch?

15-30 minutes of runtime at actual load is typical — enough to ride through brief outages or allow graceful shutdown before battery exhaustion. For sites with generator transfer, 5-10 minutes is sufficient. Size UPS wattage for actual connected load + 20%, and use the vendor's runtime-at-load curve (runtime is non-linear). Double-conversion UPS for sensitive or dirty-power sites.

How far can I extend PoE past 328 feet?

Ethernet-over-Coax extenders (NVT Phybridge CHARIoT, Altronix eBridge) push Ethernet + PoE to 1,500+ feet over existing RG59/RG6 coax — ideal for analog-to-IP retrofits. UTP-based extenders reach 2,000-4,000 feet on Cat cable at reduced bandwidth (typically 100 Mbps). For new runs over 328ft, fiber + PoE switch at the camera end is usually cleaner architecture.

Should I put cameras on a separate VLAN?

Yes — always. A dedicated camera VLAN isolates camera traffic from office network for security (blocks camera-to-camera lateral movement if one is compromised), performance (cameras don't contend with office bandwidth), and troubleshooting (camera traffic is cleanly separated for packet capture). Requires managed switches; takes 10 minutes to configure on Ubiquiti UniFi, Cisco Catalyst, or any enterprise switch.

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Lantronix SISPM1040-362-LRT-L1Y3 6-Port Gigabit Switch 3-Year

Lantronix SISPM1040-582-LRT-L2Y1 8-Port Managed Switch One-Year Level 2 Service

Lantronix SISPM1242-582-LRT 10-Port Managed Hardened PoE++ Switch

Lantronix SLC80162201S 16-Port Console Server

Lantronix SLC80162211S SLC8000 16-Port Console Server

Lantronix SLC80162211S-L1Y1 One-Year Technical Support Subscription

Lantronix SLC80322201S SLC8000 32-Port Console Server

Lantronix SLC82322201S 32-Port Console Server

Lantronix SM24TBT2DPB-920 24-Port Managed Gigabit PoE++ Switch

Lantronix SM24TBT4XPA-NA 28-Port Managed Gigabit PoE++ Switch

Lantronix TN-GLC-ZX-SM-12 1000BASE-LX Sfp Module

Lantronix X304G00AS LTE CAT.1 Gateway with 1-Year

Lantronix XP1001000-05R IC Module

Lantronix XP1002000-05R IC Module Dstni-ex

Optex AP-360BR(C) 360-Degree Ceiling-Mount PIR Detector

Optex AX-100TFRI Outdoor Photoelectric Beam Detector

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