Technical Details for Enterasys Matrix N5 Enterprise Switch w/ Power-over-Ethernet

Enterasys Matrix N5 Enterprise Switch w/ Power-over-Ethernet ... aggregation applications, including performance networking, business-critical applications, end-to-end security, and voice. The Matrix N5 is a modular 5-slot chassis with an integrated Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) power shelf. It also supports hot-swappable power supplies and a single fan tray.

The Matrix N-Series was engineered to provide for high availability through its distributed passive backplane. The N-Series backplane is a point-to-point matrix design with fully meshed interswitch links that provide increased scalability and performance.

The Matrix N-Series chassis supports standards-based 802.3af PoE for connecting VoIP phones, wireless access points (e.g., RoamAbout AP3000), and remote security scanners and cameras, eliminating the need for individual power sources for these devices.