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Code Blue

SKU: CB6S00218

Code Blue CB6S00218 Network Switch
- Delivers PoE power to networked devices, eliminating separate power cable runs.
- Accepts 12–24V DC input, compatible with standard low-voltage security panel supplies.
- Managed Ethernet switching supports structured IP security and communication deployments.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB6S00219

Code Blue CB6S00219 CB6s BSL NG NP PoE Network Switch
- Delivers PoE power and data over a single Ethernet cable, cutting wiring costs at remote endpoints.
- Supports 802.3af and 802.3at endpoints natively—no injectors or midspan units required.
- Compact form factor fits wall-mount enclosures and network closets without consuming full rack height.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB6S00226

Code Blue CB6S00226 CB6s GWT BLEm NP PoE Network Switch
- Delivers PoE power over Ethernet, eliminating separate power drops for cameras and readers.
- Operates across 12–24V DC, integrating with both legacy and modern DC power infrastructures.
- Native CB6s series component requires no adapter cards or firmware patches to commission.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB9S00112

Code Blue CB9S00112 GWT BLEm NP 24V Gateway
- BLE gateway bridges Code Blue paging amplifiers to mobile, wearable, and access-control endpoints.
- Operates on 12–24V DC, sharing existing security power supplies without additional conditioning hardware.
- Retrofit module preserves analog audio output while adding BLE device enrollment to CB9s paging systems.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB9S00122

Code Blue CB9S00122 CB9s SBL WEm NP PoE Switch
- Operates on 12–24V DC input, fitting legacy or hybrid-voltage security cabinets.
- Delivers PoE over standard Ethernet, combining data and power on a single cable run.
- Vendor-neutral Ethernet switching integrates with any ONVIF camera or access-control device.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB9S00123

Code Blue CB9S00123 Network Switch
- Managed Layer-2 PoE switch for Code Blue IP communication deployments
- Built-in PoE injection eliminates external injectors and 12V supplies
- Drops into existing Code Blue network deployment rack architecture
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Code Blue

SKU: CB9S00131

Code Blue CB9S00131 CB9s SYL NG NP PoE Network Switch
- PoE delivery over standard RJ45 eliminates separate power runs to CB9s endpoints.
- Supports 12V DC operation, integrating legacy paging infrastructure without adapters.
- Purpose-built for CB9s series, ensuring protocol alignment across audio and paging zones.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB9S00132

Code Blue CB9S00132 Network Switch
- Delivers PoE power and data over Ethernet, eliminating separate power runs to endpoints.
- Operates on 24V DC input, integrating cleanly with existing UPS and backup power systems.
- Drop-in replacement for CB9s series infrastructure with no protocol or firmware changes required.
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Code Blue

SKU: CB9S00139

Code Blue CB9S00139 Network Switch
- PoE over Ethernet eliminates separate DC runs, cutting cable labor on multi-device deployments.
- Dual 12–24V DC inputs with automatic failover sustain PoE delivery through a single-supply failure.
- L2/L3 managed switching with VLAN and QoS isolates video traffic from access-control data streams.
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Code Blue

SKU: CBRT00044

Code Blue CBRT00044 DBZ WEm NP PoE Network Switch
- Delivers PoE power and data over a single cable run, reducing wiring complexity.
- Accepts 12–24V DC input, eliminating reconfiguration when field power sources vary.
- Integrates natively with Code Blue paging amplifiers and IP emergency endpoints.
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Code Blue

SKU: CBRT00050

Code Blue CBRT00050 Network Switch
- PoE support delivers data and power over a single cable, reducing installation runs.
- Ethernet connectivity integrates directly into standard security network infrastructure.
- Compatible with Code Blue audio and paging components for unified system deployment.
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Code Blue

SKU: CBRT00051

Code Blue CBRT00051 SRD BLEm NP PoE Network Switch
- Integrated BLE module eliminates separate wireless gateways for mobile credential deployments.
- 802.3af/at PoE power input removes endpoint power supplies, simplifying cabling at each node.
- 12–24V DC input range supports both legacy 12V and modern 24V PoE+ control system retrofits.
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Code Blue

SKU: SLNP0107

Code Blue Ethernet PoE Extender Copper - SLNP0107
- Extends PoE power over copper CAT5e/CAT6 runs, eliminating separate power supply drops.
- Integrated audio input supports mics and paging amplifiers on the same copper endpoint.
- Wall, pole, recessed, and rack mount options suit mixed indoor/outdoor deployments.
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Code Blue

SKU: SLNP0033

Code Blue Hardened SFP Transceiver - SLNP0033
- Hot-swappable SFP form factor enables field upgrades without full system shutdown.
- Fiber-optic link eliminates ground-loop noise and EMI on long outdoor campus runs.
- Hardened build withstands temperature extremes and electrical transients in perimeter deployments.
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Code Blue

SKU: SLNF0150

Code Blue SLNF0150 CB2a PoE Network Switch
- 4-port PoE switch delivers data and power over a single cable per device.
- Stainless steel enclosure resists corrosion in coastal, washdown, and UV environments.
- 12–24V DC input accepts battery, solar, and redundant feeds without extra converters.
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Code Blue

SKU: SLNF0199

Code Blue SLNF0199 CB2e BSLCC WEm NP 4G LTE PoE Network Switch
- Integrated 4G LTE modem triggers automatic WAN failover, keeping alarms live on outage.
- PoE delivery over Ethernet consolidates power and data to cameras and controllers on one cable.
- Factory-configured for Code Blue platforms; deploys without third-party drivers or firmware flashing.
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Infrastructure

Infrastructure components provide the network and power backbone that supports reliable surveillance and access control systems. Select switches, PoE devices, power supplies, and transmission hardware designed for commercial environments.

Plan Your Deployment

Total PoE power budget and port density requirements
Switch throughput and uplink capacity planning
Redundancy and failover design considerations
Distance limitations and fiber conversion needs
Power conditioning and voltage compatibility

PoE Planning Guide Get Sizing Help

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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