LLDPCLI difference between requested/allocated wattage #552
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Hi, I am somewhat new to LLDP, and I am confused by the What is the difference between the A little bit of context: I'm implementing Thanks! |
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The requested is what the "powered device" is asking for. The allocated is what the "power sourcing equipment" is providing. Notably, it can provides less than what is requested. In your case, you are a PD device, you should use "requested". |
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Thank you for resolving that for me! I really appreciate it. One more question I have: What is the best way to verify that the PSE has allocated the desired amount of power? Is this done using the Thanks, |
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The requested is what the "powered device" is asking for. The allocated is what the "power sourcing equipment" is providing. Notably, it can provides less than what is requested. In your case, you are a PD device, you should use "requested".