StarTech.com 1-Port Gigabit Midspan - PoE+ Injector - 802.3at and 802.3af

Product Overview

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StarTech’s 1‑port Gigabit PoE+ midspan for £73.75 ex‑VAT is a pretty straightforward “buy it once and forget it” solution if you’ve already got a suitable switch (or just don’t want to replace it) but need to power a single PoE device that supports 802.3af/at. The real value here is simplicity: plug it between your network and the powered device and you get dependable power without faffing about with PoE injector compatibility or edge-case firmware weirdness. This suits small offices, workshops, and one‑off deployments like an AP, IP camera, VoIP phone, or a wireless bridge where you only need power on one port.

Would I buy it? Yes—**if** you only need one powered endpoint. If you’re doing multiple devices, PoE switches or multi-port injectors usually work out better overall (less cabling/management and fewer “mystery power bricks” dotted around). Also double-check the powered device requirement: 802.3at devices can be pickier about power class and installation conditions—this injector covers both standards, but if you’re pushing at maximum power on long cable runs, you’ll want to be sensible with your cabling. Bottom line: good, reliable midspan for single-port use; not the best economic move if you’re scaling beyond one device.