Government Data Center Expansion with PoE Access Points
As technology evolves, government agencies are under pressure to upgrade their network infrastructure to keep pace with critical operational demands. A government regional operational center faced a critical infrastructure challenge when expanding its data center to address increasing security requirements and wireless connectivity demands. The facility needed a reliable Power over Ethernet (PoE) solution that could deliver both data and power to a range of devices, including IP surveillance cameras, wireless access points, and biometric security devices, without compromising on security standards. To address these challenges, the government’s regional operational center approached VERSITRON. Our comprehensive PoE+ switch portfolio offered a scalable and secure solution to transform the facility’s network infrastructure, resulting in improved operational efficiency and significant cost savings.
Challenges and Requirements
- High-density Connectivity Needs: The facility required power and connectivity for 100+ IP cameras, 90+ wireless access points, 40 biometric readers, 25 emergency stations, and numerous sensors, all of which exceeded the capabilities of the existing infrastructure.
- Power Efficiency Mandates: Facility managers needed the solution to meet federal energy efficiency requirements and support detailed power monitoring.
- Security and Compliance Requirements: The network needed to adhere to strict government protocols, including FIPS 140-2 compliance, to ensure data protection and access control.
- Network Performance: The solution needed to support critical applications with QoS, traffic segmentation, encrypted remote management, and 99.9% uptime with redundancy built-in.
Solution
After evaluating multiple vendors, the facility chose the VERSITRON PoE+ switch portfolio for its advanced management features, high power output, and high-grade security capabilities.
Implementation Details
- We strategically deployed a mix of 4-port, 10-port, 18-port, 20-port, 28-port, and 52-port PoE+ switches throughout the facility based on device density and connectivity needs.
- 52-port switches were installed in high-density areas such as server rooms and control centers; 28-port and 20-port switches were used in distribution points and specialized rooms; 10-port and 4-port switches were deployed in remote locations for backup and low-density areas.
- VLAN segmentation was implemented to isolate traffic for security systems, wireless, admin, and building infrastructure.
- Quality of Service (QoS) was configured to prioritize critical communication streams such as surveillance and emergency calls.
- Intelligent PoE management was used to allocate power efficiently and comply with energy mandates.
- Redundant uplinks and rapid spanning tree protocol ensured maximum uptime and fast recovery from link failures.
Results and Benefits
- The network now supports over 300 devices with 40% additional capacity for future growth.
- Federal security audits confirmed compliance due to VLANs and secure switch features.
- Network latency was reduced by 65%, improving stream quality and wireless user experience.
- Energy usage dropped by 35%, and connected devices used 20% less power than their specifications, aiding cost savings.
- The modular PoE+ deployment eliminated over 300 power outlets, reducing installation and labor costs significantly.
- Centralized switch management halved network administration time and enabled proactive issue resolution via remote tools.
Testimonial
“VERSITRON’s team didn’t just sell us their switches — they worked with us to engineer a comprehensive, standards-compliant solution. Their use of various switch models helped optimize our performance. Thanks to their pre-configured and tested deployment, we had minimal downtime. The outcome exceeded our expectations. I would recommend VERSITRON to any agency with critical network requirements.”
— Michael Torres, IT Infrastructure Director, Government Regional Operations Center
Summary
Eighteen months after deployment, VERSITRON’s PoE+ solution continues to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient network performance. The facility has scaled its infrastructure seamlessly, with uptime maintained at 99.7%, surpassing government requirements. As a result of this success, VERSITRON has been selected for similar deployments at additional regional facilities. For more information on VERSITRON’s PoE+ switches and fiber optic solutions, visit www.versitron.com or contact our team at 1-800-537-2296.
Products Used
| Product Name | SKU | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Port Managed Industrial PoE+ Switch | SF70460MPA | $595.00 | View Details |
| 10-Port Managed Industrial PoE+ Switch | SF71060MPA | $1,140.00 | View Details |
| 20-Port Managed PoE+ Switch | SG72060MP | $995.00 | View Details |
| 28-Port Managed PoE+ Switch | SGX72870MPA | $1,995.00 | View Details |
| 52-Port Managed PoE+ Switch | SGX75270MP | $2,195.00 | View Details |
Frequently Asked Questions
A combination of technologies like the Managed PoE+ Switch for government data centers, Industrial Ethernet switch for government networks, and Layer 2 managed switch for government facilities ensures high performance, secure connectivity, and scalable deployment across core, distribution, and access layers in public sector environments.
Deploying a High-density PoE switch for municipal data centers alongside models like the 52-Port PoE+ switch for federal data center infrastructure and 28-Port managed switch for local government networks provides the required bandwidth, power, and security segmentation needed to support hundreds of IP cameras, wireless access points, and environmental sensors.
A well-structured deployment may include a 10-Port Managed PoE+ Switch for government data center use for offices, a 20-Port managed switch for government communications in operations rooms, and a 4-Port industrial PoE switch for government edge networks at remote or backup sites. This ensures each zone has the right balance of port count, ruggedness, and power capacity.
Technologies such as a Secure PoE switch for public sector data centers, Cybersecure Ethernet switch for government networks, and Military-grade switch for classified government networks are essential. These switches offer encrypted management, FIPS 140-2 compliance, and VLAN segmentation to separate and protect classified and unclassified traffic.
Using an Energy-efficient PoE+ switch for public sector IT with intelligent power allocation can reduce energy use by over 30%. These switches also often exceed performance benchmarks, making them ideal for compliance with federal sustainability mandates while delivering consistent uptime.
Yes, options like the Scalable PoE+ switch for public sector deployments, PoE+ switch for secure federal infrastructure, and Network switch for interagency data centers allow for incremental expansion without major overhauls. With built-in spare capacity and modular deployment models, future growth is supported with minimal disruption.
Solutions such as the PoE switch with fiber for state data centers, SFP-enabled switch for government infrastructure, and Fiber-ready PoE switch for government applications provide high-speed backbone connections between distribution points. These are often deployed as Rack-mounted PoE+ switch for government use with uplink redundancy.
In harsh or mission-critical environments, devices like the Rugged switch for government data centers, Hardened Ethernet switch for government use, and 4-Port rugged PoE+ switch for edge government deployments provide long-lasting, stable connectivity under extreme conditions — whether at the core or remote facility level.
Redundancy is critical. A Government-grade PoE switch with redundant power, Redundant power PoE switch for government uptime, or 52-Port managed switch for federal communications backbone ensures critical applications remain online, even during primary power or uplink failures.
For modernization, equipment like the Government-approved switch for IT modernization, 10-Port secure switch for state-level data centers, 20-Port industrial switch for municipal data operations, and 28-Port fiber-ready switch for state and federal agencies provide advanced security, scalable ports, and long-term operational efficiency in digital transformation initiatives.