PoE adapter D-Link DPE-301GI

The D-Link DPE-301GI PoE adapter is a compact midspan injector that delivers both Gigabit Ethernet data and Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) over a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable. It supports IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at standards and provides up to 32.4 W of output power, enabling deployment of devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras and VoIP phones without needing nearby electrical outlets. The unit features two 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports (LAN IN and PoE OUT), a small lightweight housing with integrated mounting slots, and operates from 100–240 V AC.

Advantages

The DPE-301GI reduces installation complexity and cost by eliminating separate electrical wiring and external power supplies. Its Gigabit-capable 10/100/1000 interface ensures full network speed compatibility, while support for 802.3af and 802.3at provides interoperability with current PoE and PoE+ devices. The injector’s compact size, light weight and simple mounting options make it easy to install in ceilings, on walls or near switches.

Suitable for

• Powering wireless access points (including high-power 802.11ac APs)
• Supplying power and data to network IP cameras, including PTZ models
• Providing PoE to VoIP phones and other small network devices
• Situations where a PoE switch is impractical and a single-port injector is preferred

Key specifications

• Model: D-Link DPE-301GI
• Standards: IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at
• Data rates: 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Ports: 2 × RJ-45 (LAN IN, PoE OUT)
• Maximum PoE output: up to 32.4 W
• Input voltage: 100–240 V AC
• Dimensions: 109.8 × 62.2 × 24.5 mm
• Weight: 0.07 kg
• Color: White
• Approvals: CE, FCC, VCCI, RCM

How to use

Connect the LAN IN RJ-45 port of the DPE-301GI to a non‑PoE switch or router using a standard Ethernet cable. Connect the PoE OUT port to the powered device (PD) — for example an access point, IP camera or VoIP phone — using a single Ethernet cable. Plug the injector into an AC power outlet (100–240 V). The injector can be placed anywhere along the Ethernet link but does not change the standard maximum cabling distance of 100 m (328 ft) between switch and PD.

Usage recommendations

Install the injector near the network switch or router for convenience and route Cat5e/Cat6 cabling to the powered device. For devices requiring higher power (up to 30 W), ensure the PD supports 802.3at. When a device is not PoE-capable, use the DPE-301GI together with a compatible PoE splitter (for example DPE-301GS) to deliver power and then separate data and low-voltage power at the device end.