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title: "The Great Search – PoE Modules for Future W5500 Ethernet Breakout"
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author: "Anne Barela"
author_url: "https://blog.adafruit.com/2025/06/23/the-great-search-poe-modules-for-future-w5500-ethernet-breakout-adafruit-thegreatsearch/"
editor: "WIZnet"
editor_url: "https://maker.wiznet.io/"
original_author: "Anne Barela"
original_url: "https://blog.adafruit.com/2025/06/23/the-great-search-poe-modules-for-future-w5500-ethernet-breakout-adafruit-thegreatsearch/"
published: "2025-07-31"
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hardware: ["Adafruit Wiz5500 Ethernet Co-Processor Breakout Board", "Silvertel AG9905LP"]
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# The Great Search – PoE Modules for Future W5500 Ethernet Breakout

> Adafruit received multiple requests to upgrade W5500 Ethernet breakout boards to include PoE capability, aiming for a seamless, plug-and-play solution.

Original author: Anne Barela (source: https://blog.adafruit.com/2025/06/23/the-great-search-poe-modules-for-future-w5500-ethernet-breakout-adafruit-thegreatsearch/)

## Components

- **Adafruit Wiz5500 Ethernet Co-Processor Breakout Board** x 1
- **Silvertel AG9905LP** x 1

## Article

### 🧠 Summary

**What prompted the post:** Adafruit received multiple requests to upgrade their **Wiznet W5500 Ethernet breakout boards**—as well as their own versions—to include **Power over Ethernet (PoE)** capability, aiming for a seamless, plug-and-play solution. [GitHub+10blog.adafruit.com+10blog.adafruit.com+10](https://blog.adafruit.com/2025/06/23/the-great-search-poe-modules-for-future-w5500-ethernet-breakout-adafruit-thegreatsearch/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

**Current options:** While DIY PoE converters are possible, Adafruit notes that ready-to-use PoE adapter modules are available via distributors like DigiKey, simplifying implementation. Ideal modules should offer **3 V or 5 V output**, since those voltage levels are compatible with almost all embedded electronics. [Reddit+1Apple Podcasts+1](https://www.reddit.com/r/adafruit/comments/1liia3x/the_great_search_poe_modules_for_future_w5500/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

**Ongoing search:** Adafruit is actively evaluating suitable PoE modules to integrate into future W5500 breakout designs. They’re looking for a standardized, reliable solution.@[GitHub+10Reddit+10blog.adafruit.com+10](https://www.reddit.com/r/adafruit/comments/1liia3x/the_great_search_poe_modules_for_future_w5500/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

### 🎥 Related Video

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(Adafruit’s official video offers an overview of the motivation and selection criteria.)

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### ✅ Why It Matters

**Convenience & Integration:** Embedding PoE support elevates W5500 Ethernet breakout boards into **all-in-one devices**—eliminating external power cables and simplifying deployment.

**Power Efficiency:** PoE can streamline embedded systems—especially in remote installations or environments where running separate power wiring is cumbersome.

**Developer Feedback:** Adafruit’s “Great Search” series reflects a **community-driven approach**—actively seeking user input before committing to board revisions.

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Source: https://maker.wiznet.io/jakelee/projects/the-great-search--poe-modules-for-future-w5500-ethernet-breakout/