D-Link 2-port Gigabit PoE Extender

The D-Link PoE Extender DPE-302GE is a 2-port Gigabit PoE extender designed to extend both Ethernet data and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) to remote devices up to 500 m. It supports IEEE 802.3af/at standards and Gigabit Ethernet speeds, enabling connection of PTZ IP cameras, 802.11ac wireless access points or other PoE-powered equipment where local power is unavailable. The compact unit includes LED indicators for PoE status and offers multiple mounting options for flexible installation.

Advantages

The DPE-302GE provides plug-and-play extension of data and PoE power with support for PoE/PoE+ and Gigabit throughput. It can deliver between 10 and 28 W of output power per port and enables up to two devices to be connected over extended runs by daisy-chaining up to four units to reach distances up to 500 m. The device has low internal power consumption, built-in 4 kV surge protection and operates in ambient temperatures up to 60 °C, which makes it suitable for deployments in more demanding environments.

Suitable for

• Extending PoE to remote PTZ IP cameras
• Powering and connecting 802.11ac wireless access points at a distance
• Supplying PoE devices where local AC power is not available
• Long-distance outdoor or indoor runs requiring Gigabit bandwidth

Key specifications

• Model: D-Link DPE-302GE (MPN: DPE-302GE)
• Ports: 3 × RJ-45 Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
• PoE standards: IEEE 802.3af/802.3at (PoE/PoE+)
• Output power: 10–28 W (per powered chain, depending on input)
• Maximum extension distance: up to 500 m (with daisy-chaining up to 4 units)
• Power consumption: max 3.05 W
• Surge protection: 4 kV
• Operating temperature: up to 60 °C (140 °F)
• Dimensions: 155 × 60 × 40 mm
• Weight: 0.154 kg
• EAN: 790069435461

How to use

Connect the PoE source (switch or injector) to the DPE-302GE uplink port using a Cat5e/Cat6 cable, then connect your PoE devices to the extender’s output ports. For longer distances, daisy-chain additional DPE-302GE units (up to four total) along the cable run to reach the desired distance, not exceeding the specified maximum. Secure the unit using the built-in magnet, screw anchors, or supplied Velcro, and verify PoE status using the LED indicators. Ensure the total power budget of the upstream PoE source is sufficient for the connected devices.

Recommendations

To ensure reliable operation, use high-quality Cat5e or Cat6 cabling, calculate the available PoE budget before deployment, and avoid exceeding the total reachable distance and device power limits. Install the DPE-302GE in locations within the specified temperature range and with proper surge protection for exposed runs.