Multi-Gigabit/Multi-Rate Case Study

A major customer operating a large multi-building corporate campus initiated a modernization project to upgrade its wireless infrastructure and security systems. This upgrade included the deployment of highspeed Wi-Fi 6/6E access points and advanced 4K PTZ security cameras — all requiring high bandwidth and high power through a PoE connection.

The Challenge The project posed two major technical challenges:

1. High-Power Delivery Over Distance Many of the new Wi-Fi access points and PTZ cameras were IEEE 802.3bt compliant devices that required up to 100 watts of PoE power per port. These devices were often installed on rooftops, in parking structures, and across long building spans. Powering them over Ethernet cabling approaching or reaching 100 meters—the maximum standard Ethernet distance—was a critical hurdle, especially while maintaining performance and safety compliance.
2. High-Speed Data Requirements To support Wi-Fi 6/6E and 4K/8K video streams from security cameras, the infrastructure had to support multi-gigabit speeds, including 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps, and 10Gbps. The switches needed to provide scalable uplinks to a centralized control center and support a variety of connected device speeds while maintaining seamless network performance and reliability.

The Solution

To meet these challenges, the customer deployed OmniConverter® 10GMGPoEBT/M Managed MultiGigabit PoE Ethernet Switches at strategic locations throughout the campus.

Key Solution Features

Key Features of the OmniConverter Solution:

1. IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 PoE++ support, delivering up to 100 watts per port to power high-performance access points and PTZ cameras.
2. Multi-Gigabit/multi-rate ports supporting 100Mbps, 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 5Gbps, and 10Gbps for compatibility with a broad range of legacy and next-generation devices.
3. Copper and fiber uplinks to the centralized control center for flexible and high-speed network integration.
4. Managed switch features for complete remote configuration, monitoring, and control of both the switches and connected edge devices from the control center.
5. Industrial temperature-hardened operation (-40°C to +75°C), ensuring reliable performance in outdoor enclosures and harsh environments.

Results and Conclusion

The OmniConverter switches fully satisfied the customer’s performance and operational requirements:

1. Delivered consistent 100-watt PoE power to all IEEE 802.3bt Wi-Fi and security devices, even at the 100-meter limit.
2. Supported multi-gigabit data rates, enabling uninterrupted high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity and ultra-HD video streaming from security cameras.
3. Enabled centralized switch and device management, increasing IT team efficiency and reducing operational overhead.
4. Ensured reliable, long-term performance in temperature extremes, securing both indoor and outdoor network locations.
5. Met all compliance requirements for government and commercial-grade deployments.

Why Omnitron Systems

The customer selected Omnitron for its industry reputation and the following strategic advantages: 

1. Proven reliability in mission-critical deployments across government, transportation, and enterprise applications.
2. Comprehensive pre- and post-sales technical support, including network design consultation and deployment assistance.
3. Advanced management features that allow remote monitoring and configuration, reducing on-site maintenance costs.
4. Made in the USA, compliant with TAA, BAA, and NDAA regulations — essential for government and security-sensitive applications.
5. Flexible product design, supporting a range of data rates and power levels within one compact, rugged platform.

Omnitron’s OmniConverter® 10GMGPoEBT/M switches provided the robust and flexible solution the customer needed to modernize their network infrastructure. With support for up to 100 watts of PoE power, multi-rate 10G speeds, and remote management, Omnitron’s solution enabled a successful deployment of next-gen Wi-Fi and security camera systems across extended distances — all while ensuring compliance, reliability, and long-term scalability.

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