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As a network engineer, you will eventually need to understand the power requirements of your network switches. Since training rarely covers this topic, grasping these details can be challenging. This guide covers the topic in detail, so be sure to read through to the end. Understanding the Power Basics Before diving into the power requirements of a network switch, first understand how to calculate power. Power = Voltage x Current (or P = VI) Here, Power is measured in Watts …