Active local area network connector

Details Active local area network connector Active local area network connector

2005-03-23

2008-12-02

Paumen, Gary F. (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With circuit component or comprising connector which fully...

Connector

C439S676000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07458856

ABSTRACT:
An active connector assembly for use in a local area network (LAN) including at least one LAN node. The active connector assembly includes an active connector housing, at least one first plurality of first electrical contacts mounted in the housing and arranged for detachable connection with corresponding electrical contacts of at least one plugs, at least one second plurality of second electrical contacts arranged for connection with corresponding electrical contacts of local area network equipment and active power control circuitry coupled to at least some of the first and second electrical contacts, the active power control circuitry being operative for controlling the supply of electrical power over the local area network cabling to at least one node of the local area network.

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