By deploying centralized UPS, PoE Midspans provide a cost-effective way to distribute back-up power for Ethernet terminals. This capability increases Wireless LAN and Bluetooth service reliability by ensuring continues operation in the event of power failures.

In addition to greater network availability, Midspans reduce installation and maintenance costs by eliminating the need for expensive installation of standard power cables. This is particularly true in hard-to-reach places such as ceilings where Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Access Points are located.

Midspans sits in tandem to an existing Ethernet of Fast Ethernet switch and connects to standard Category 5 and above cabling. This architecture protects customer investment both in Category 5 and above infrastructure and in Ethernet switch equipment.