The Smart Building: Power Distribution Evolution - FMP and PoE Synergy
Cisco, as the market leader in PoE technology, sees FMP not as a replacement for PoE but as a complementary technology that extends power capabilities across the smart building environment. While PoE excels at delivering power and data to end devices up to 71W over 100 meters, FMP addresses the broader building power infrastructure needs: Complementary Power Architecture • FMP + PoE : Delivers Kilowatts of power to the PSE (Power Sourcing equipment) and then partitions out the FMP power into PoE Class 2-sized chunks of usable power to be delivered to devices such as cameras, lighting, displays, sensors etc. The Combined Solution: Creates a comprehensive power hierarchy from building entrance to end device.
Network Infrastructure Support • Efficiently powers PoE switches and network infrastructure • Enables placement of network equipment beyond traditional electrical constraints • Supports higher density PoE deployments across larger spaces Extended Power Reach • PoE: 90W up to 100 meters • FMP: Higher power delivery over several hundred meters • Result: Complete building coverage without traditional electrical infrastructure limitations Unified Management • Integration with Cisco's network management platforms • End-to-end power monitoring from source to end device • Centralized control of both FMP and PoE power delivery FMP Strategic Integration Points
Cost Optimization • Lower installation costs through simplified infrastructure • Reduced operational expenses through efficient power delivery • Maximized utilization of existing infrastructure investments Simplified Infrastructure Deployment • Reduced dependency on electrical contractors and permits • Streamlined installation alongside network infrastructure • Faster deployment timeframes for new technologies and services Enhanced Scalability • Easy expansion of power delivery to meet growing demands • Flexible power allocation based on changing needs • Support for new technologies without electrical infrastructure overhaul
FMP has the potential to be a strategic enabler that bridges utility power and endpoint devices, complementing our established PoE leadership to deliver building power solutions. This integration creates an intelligent power architecture that eliminates traditional electrical constraints while supporting sustainability goals and increasing power demands. By unifying IT and power infrastructure, Cisco helps customers with building-wide digital transformation and more simplified deployment and management.
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