Tutorials · PoE
How to Use PoE Scheduling and Remote Power-Cycling
Save energy by switching PoE off outside business hours, and reboot a frozen camera or access point remotely.
Before you start
- A managed PoE switch
- Correct time on the switch (NTP)
Step by step
Set the clock
Schedules depend on accurate time. Configure NTP first (see the NTP tutorial).
Create a time range
For example, office hours on weekdays.
time-range OFFICE periodic weekdays 07:00 to 20:00
Apply it to PoE ports
Apply only to devices that can be off at night, such as office access points or desk phones. Never apply it to security cameras.
interface range gigabitEthernet 0/1-8 poe time-range OFFICE
Power-cycle a device
Turn PoE off and on again to reboot a stuck device without visiting the site.
interface gigabitEthernet 0/5 poe disable poe enable
Check power use
Confirm the budget and per-port consumption.
show poe
Commands are generic, industry-standard examples. Exact syntax and menu names vary by model and firmware; check your device's manual on the Documentation page.
Pro tips
- Keep cameras, alarm panels and emergency phones on always-on ports.
- Size the PoE budget with 20–30% headroom.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I reboot a camera from the Navijin Cloud?
Supported Navijin gateways can be managed from Navijin Cloud. For switch ports, use the switch's web or CLI interface.
Stuck on a step?
Ask Navijin technical support or an authorised partner for help with your configuration.