Samsung has introduced the world’s first monitor that uses Cisco’s new Universal Power-over-Ethernet technology (UPOE). The zero client NC220 monitor is equipped with LED BLU technology and is server-based, which means there’s no need for a local CPU as every processing need is taken care of by the centrally located server. This way, a company can ensure lower power consumption, reduction in the cost of ownership as well as complexity.
Uniqueness about Cisco’s UPOE tech is that it enables data and power via a single Ethernet cable, which is about 60 watts of power as compared to 30 watts of existing Ethernet technologies.
Samsung says they entered entered into an alliance with Cisco early this year and have been working to bring Cisco UPOE to NC220.
This is a grate news! This product will be well received in the Brazilian market if the company has plans as well.