CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator v108 — Question 22

When implementing PoE, what role is played by a switch?

Answer options

• A. PSE
• B. Midspan injector
• C. PD
• D. Power splitter

Correct answer: A

Explanation

In a PoE implementation, the switch acts as the Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE), providing power to connected devices. Options B, C, and D refer to other components that may assist in power distribution but do not perform the primary role of supplying power like the PSE does.