Fan-less mode in a power over ethernet (PoE) network device
US10564687B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 25, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques for implementing a fan-less mode in a Power over Ethernet (PoE) network device are provided. According to one set of embodiments, the PoE network device can receive a user command to enable the fan-less mode. In response to the command, the PoE network device can (1) turn off the active cooling fans of the device, and (2) modify a PoE power budget of the device from a first amount to a second, reduced amount that is less than the first amount.
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