What is the minimum power requirement for Class 5 PD at PSE?

The minimum power requirement for Class 5 Power Devices (PD) at Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) is indeed 60 W. Class 5 falls under the Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards, specifically designed to support higher power applications such as video conferencing systems and access points that require more electrical power than previous classes could provide.

In the context of PoE, Class 5 devices require this amount of power to ensure they can operate effectively under various conditions and loads. This means they can support more demanding devices, allowing them to function without the need for additional power sources.

Understanding the power classes is crucial, as it impacts what technologies can be implemented in networking environments, especially those that require more bandwidth and power, such as high-definition cameras and IoT devices.