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Comnet

SKU: SFP-BX-D

Comnet SFP-BX-D 10G Single Mode SFP Transceiver

10G single-mode SFP for long-distance fiber backbone runs
- Delivers full 10G line-rate throughput over single-mode fiber for backbone runs.
- Rated -40°C to +75°C operating range suits outdoor and industrial enclosures.
- Hot-swappable SFP form factor enables port upgrades without chassis replacement.
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SKU: SFP-LH

Comnet SFP-LH 10G Single Mode SFP Transceiver

10G single mode SFP transceiver for long-haul fiber runs
- Delivers 10G throughput over single mode fiber for high-bandwidth security backbones.
- Hot-pluggable design allows live module swaps without powering down network infrastructure.
- DDM support enables real-time optical signal monitoring to simplify fiber troubleshooting.
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SKU: SFP-LX

Comnet SFP-LX SFP Transceiver Module

1 Gbps single-mode SFP for long-distance industrial fiber networks
- Delivers 1 Gbps throughput over single-mode fiber for long-distance links.
- Industrial temperature rating ensures stable operation in harsh field environments.
- Hot-swappable SFP form factor allows live replacement without switch downtime.
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SKU: SFP-SX

Comnet SFP-SX 10G Single Mode SFP Transceiver

10G single mode SFP transceiver for industrial fiber networks
- 10G single-mode SFP transceiver, lifetime warranty
- Inter-switch and video aggregation backhaul
- Industrial-grade temperature operating range
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SKU: SFP-ZX

Comnet SFP-ZX Single Mode SFP Transceiver Module

10G single mode SFP transceiver for long-haul fiber networks
- 10G throughput over single mode fiber supports long-haul backbone deployments.
- Hot-swappable design allows module replacement without disrupting live network traffic.
- Lifetime warranty and standard LC duplex interface simplify long-term infrastructure planning.
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Cradlepoint

SKU: 170623-001

Cradlepoint 170623-001 US Power Line Cord C7 1.8M

US power cord for Cradlepoint routers, 1.8m C7 connector
- NEMA 1-15 US plug to IEC 60320 C7 power line cord, 1.8m length
- Standard US wall outlet compatibility, no adapter required
- 125V AC power cord accessory for Cradlepoint networking equipment
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Cradlepoint

SKU: 170671-001

Cradlepoint 170671-001 Line Cord US C13 1.8M

US C13 power cord, 1.8M length for Cradlepoint equipment
- 1.8m US C13 OEM power line cord for Cradlepoint networking gear
- Standard C13 connector for North American power outlet integration
- Direct OEM-branded power line cord with manufacturer warranty
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SKU: 170704-002

Cradlepoint 170704-002 600MHz Cellular Antenna

600MHz compact cellular antenna with direct SMA connection for routers
- 600MHz cellular antenna penetrates obstacles better than higher bands
- SMA direct-attach mini form factor for compact router integration
- Improved indoor reception and signal reach through structural barriers
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SKU: 170753-000

Cradlepoint 170753-000 T-Mobile Triple SIM Card

T-Mobile triple-format SIM for Cradlepoint routers; ready to activate
- Triple-format 2FF/3FF/4FF SIM, one part covers multiple hardware
- T-Mobile cellular carrier connection for Cradlepoint mobile routers
- 2.5G ruggedized SIM card accessory for fleet vehicle deployment
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SKU: 170801-000

Cradlepoint 170801-000 Cellular Antenna SMA 600MHz Charcoal

600MHz cellular antenna with SMA direct attach for Cradlepoint routers
- 600 MHz to 6 GHz cellular antenna for LTE and 5G coverage
- SMA direct-attach charcoal antenna for compact router integration
- Direct OEM-branded cellular antenna with manufacturer warranty
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SKU: 170805-000

Cradlepoint 170805-000 Cellular Antenna 600MHz-6GHz

Wideband cellular antenna 600MHz–6GHz for 3G/4G/5G gateways
- Wideband cellular antenna covering 600MHz to 6GHz
- Single SKU supports 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G NR bands
- Industrial temperature build for warehouse automation
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Cradlepoint

SKU: 170848-000

Cradlepoint 170848-000 Single Battery Pack for E100 & E110

Lithium-ion battery pack for E100 & E110 routers, 7800 mAh capacity
- 7800 mAh lithium-ion battery pack at 56.62 Wh capacity
- 17W discharge power for E100 and E110 mobile broadband routers
- Direct OEM-branded battery pack accessory with manufacturer warranty
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SKU: 170875-000

Cradlepoint 170875-000 T-Mobile SIM for ACS

T-Mobile LTE/5G SIM for Cradlepoint ACS devices—plug-and-play WAN
- T-Mobile cellular SIM for LTE and 5G broadband over T-Mobile network
- Useful for temporary sites, warehouse expansions, fiberless locations
- Direct OEM-branded T-Mobile SIM card accessory for ACS deployment
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Cradlepoint

SKU: 170877-000

Cradlepoint 170877-000 PoE+ Injector 30W 802.3at

30W PoE+ injector for remote Cradlepoint devices in distributed networks
- 802.3at PoE+ injector rated for 30W power delivery
- Universal 90-264V AC input for global deployments
- Shielded RJ45 connector reduces EMI in noisy environments
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Cradlepoint

SKU: 170900-014

Cradlepoint 170900-014 5G Captive Modem WiFi Accessory

5G/4G + WiFi modem for outdoor surveillance and remote operations
- 5G captive modem with integrated WiFi accessory module
- 4G/LTE fallback maintains uplink when 5G unavailable
- Outdoor-rated managed form factor for exposed installs
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SKU: 170900-015

Cradlepoint 170900-015 5G Captive Modem Outdoor Accessory

Outdoor housing for 5G captive modems with NetCloud Manager integration
- Outdoor-rated 5G captive modem for pole/wall mounting
- Eliminates indoor-to-outdoor cable runs through conduit
- Managed via NetCloud for remote provisioning
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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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