GRID PoE-Jack® Networking — Home & Business

GRID Networking & POE-Jack® — In-Wall PoE Switches for Canadian Homes & Workspaces

Power + data over one Cat run, right where you need it. POE-Jack® is an in-wall PoE switch / PoE wall plate system built for zone cabling and DC microgrid designs. One PoE or PoE++ uplink feeds an in-wall micro-switch, which breaks out multiple Gigabit ports at the edge — cutting home-runs, cleaning up wiring and making moves/adds/changes fast.

If you’ve been searching for an in-wall PoE switch for a TV, desk, AP or camera in Canada, or wondering how to build a GRID Networking / POE-Jack® layout with fewer cables and better power control, this collection is your starting point.

Edge switching at the wall: a single PoE uplink to APOEJK2-WH in-wall PoE switch gives up to four Gigabit ports at the desk, TV or ceiling.
PoE/PoE++ ready: power Wi-Fi access points, IP cameras, touch panels and signage players from central PoE “power plants”.
Canada-ready: plan to CEC; favour 23-AWG plenum cabling for high-draw permanent links in condos, offices, schools and rural builds.

Quick answer: What is POE-Jack®?

POE-Jack® is a family of in-wall PoE switches (“PoE wall plates”), PoE “power plant” switches and cabling accessories from GRID Networking. Instead of running four home-run cables to every desk or TV, you pull one 23-AWG Cat6e permanent link from a PoE switch to an APOEJK2-WH Active POE-Jack® in-wall switch, then fan out short drops locally.

That means fewer home-runs, fewer patch panels, fewer PoE injectors and a network that is easier to design, service and explain to both IT and electricians. Cameras, Wi-Fi access points, PoE touch panels and signage players all share the same GRID DC microgrid instead of a patchwork of wall warts.

Shop by solution

In-wall PoE switches & zone boxes

Turn a single PoE uplink into multiple Gigabit ports at the wall or ceiling with POE-Jack® in-wall switches.

PoE “power plant” switching

Centralize power with high-density PoE/PoE++ budget and fast uplinks feeding POE-Jack® plates.

Cabling & patching for PoE

Use 23-AWG permanent link plus slim patch where it makes sense for heat and voltage drop.

PoE touch panels & players

PoE-powered Android panels for room booking, dashboards, control and digital signage.

Featured SKUs (quick pick)

APOEJK2-WH — In-wall micro-switch (1× PoE uplink → 4× Gigabit). Ideal for desks, TVs, Wi-Fi APs and IP cameras.
POEJK-CPE1 — 2×2 ft ceiling consolidation box for tidy zone cabling and service access above tiles.
POEJK-S48-3600 — Ultra90 PoE++ core switch (3,600 W). The central “power plant” for dense PoE buildings.
POEJC6E-CMP — CMP-rated 23-AWG Cat6e bulk cable for high-power PoE permanent links; pair with slim patch at the rack.
POEJK-VI — LED-Trace keystone for rapid port identification in dense racks and telecom rooms.
POEJK-TOUCH10 — 10″ PoE Android panel (BK/WH) for dashboards, booking and room control on one PoE cable.

Products in this collection

APOEJK2-WH — Active POE-Jack® in-wall micro-switch with 1× PoE/PoE++ uplink and 4× Gigabit downlinks. Use wherever you would like an in-wall PoE switch / PoE wall plate instead of a 4-port desk switch.
POEJK-CPE1 — 2×2 ft dropped-ceiling consolidation point box for clean, serviceable zones that can hold multiple POE-Jack® plates and low-voltage devices.
POEJK-S48-3600 — 48-port Ultra90 PoE++ core switch with high-speed uplinks; designed as the central “power plant” for dense PoE and POE-Jack® edge switching.
POEJC6E-CMP — Cat6e Enhanced CMP bulk cable (23-AWG solid copper) for permanent links in PoE/PoE++ and DC microgrid designs.
POEJK-VI — Port-Trace LED Keystone (25-Pack) for quick port discovery with compatible tracers in racks, patch panels and wall plates.
POEJK-TOUCH10-BK / POEJK-TOUCH10-WH — 10″ PoE Android touch panels (black/white) for status, booking and control in smart rooms and corridors.

Compare your options

Use case	Edge device	Downlink ports	Uplink	Typical devices	Best for
Desk / TV wall plate	APOEJK2-WH	4 × 1G	1 × PoE/PoE++ (rear)	Wi-Fi AP, camera, VoIP phone, signage player, PC or console	Home offices, studios, living rooms, classrooms
Open-ceiling zone	POEJK-CPE1	Holds multiple plates	To PoE switch	Several POE-Jack® plates and APs in one zone	Open offices, retail, hospitality, classrooms
Core power & aggregation	POEJK-S48-3600	48 × PoE++	High-speed uplinks	Many wall plates + cameras, APs, touch panels and players	Dense PoE buildings, MDUs and campuses

Design checklist for Canadian projects

Permanent link: Use 23-AWG CMP bulk (POEJC6E-CMP) for long PoE/PoE++ runs to POE-Jack® plates and APs.
Patch wisely: Reserve slim 28-AWG patching for short rack/desk runs to keep heat and voltage drop under control.
Power headroom: Size PoE switch budget with diversity; not every port will draw maximum at once, but leave margin for firmware and device changes.
Thermal & environment: Verify device ratings for unheated spaces like garages, parkades and mechanical rooms; confirm plenum where required.
CEC & permitting: Follow Canadian Electrical Code and local inspection requirements; partner with a licensed electrician or low-voltage pro for larger jobs.

How to plan your GRID Networking & POE-Jack® build

Map edge zones: Group desks, displays, APs and cameras; allocate one APOEJK2-WH per wall zone or a CPE1 per ceiling zone.
Count ports & power: Note PoE class (af/at/bt) and watts per device; total per zone and per site to size PoE budgets.
Choose core switching: Select a PoE switch with headroom (for example POEJK-S48-3600 for dense PoE builds across floors).
Specify cabling: Use 23-AWG CMP permanent links for long runs; keep patch cords short, labelled and serviceable.
Validate: Share port counts, distances and device list — your installer or design partner can sanity-check power and topology for Canadian conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Will POE-Jack® work with my existing modem or router?

Yes. Connect your modem/router to a PoE or PoE++ switch, then feed POE-Jack® in-wall PoE switches, access points, cameras and touch panels from that switch. POE-Jack® handles the edge switching; your router still does routing and DHCP.

Is POE-Jack® only for new builds, or can I retrofit?

It works for both. In renovations and condos, ceiling consolidation with CPE1 and selective reuse of pathways can avoid major drywall work. In new builds, you can design POE-Jack® zones from day one to minimise copper and rack space.

Do I need to re-cable for PoE++?

Not always. Many sites keep existing Cat where runs are short and loads are low, then specify 23-AWG CMP for longer, higher-power links and future-proofing. Your integrator can advise based on run lengths and device mix.

What’s the advantage of in-wall PoE switching vs a desk switch?

In-wall micro-switching with APOEJK2-WH reduces visible clutter, shortens drops, and consolidates power at the PoE switch instead of at the outlet. You get fewer cables running across floors, no extra wall warts and a cleaner, more secure design.

Where does POE-Jack® fit in a DC microgrid or LEED-oriented design?

POE-Jack® pushes switching and power closer to the convergent edge while keeping high-efficiency PoE “power plants” in central spaces. That reduces copper, patch panels and small PSUs, and makes it easier to document cabling and power for DC microgrid or LEED narratives.

Inspiration & guides

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