Ribbon EM-2900EPOE Intelligent Edge Device
The Ribbon EM-2900EPOE Intelligent Edge is a PoE-enabled SBC (Session Border Controller) engineered for enterprise and service provider deployments requiring reliable voice and data services at the network edge. With support for 5 concurrent calls, 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 2 WAN ports, and 12 fully managed PoE ports, this intelligent edge device delivers secure connectivity while powering connected devices directly from the unit. Perfect for organizations deploying distributed voice infrastructure, branch office consolidation, or edge computing environments where bandwidth efficiency and call capacity matter.
Key Features
- 12 Fully Managed PoE Ports — Power and manage IP phones, access points, and IoT devices simultaneously
- 2 Gigabit Ethernet Ports — High-speed LAN connectivity for backbone integration
- 2 WAN Ports — Dual-path redundancy for failover and load balancing
- 5 Concurrent Call Capacity — Enterprise-grade voice call handling for medium deployments
- PoE-Enabled Architecture — Integrated power delivery eliminates separate PoE injectors
- Intelligent Edge Processing — Secure session border control with advanced call routing
- Service Provider Grade — Built for carrier-class reliability and uptime
- Compact Form Factor — Space-efficient design for rack or edge deployment
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ribbon |
| Model |
EM-2900EPOE |
| Part Number |
EDGE-2900EPOE-0005-U |
| Ethernet Ports (GE) |
2 x 1GbE |
| WAN Ports |
2 |
| PoE Ports |
12 (Fully Managed) |
| Concurrent Calls |
5 |
| Device Type |
PoE-Enabled Intelligent Edge / SBC |
| Deployment |
Enterprise, Service Provider, Branch Office |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an intelligent edge device and how does the Ribbon EM-2900EPOE work?
An intelligent edge device acts as a session border controller at your network perimeter, managing voice calls, securing data traffic, and routing communications between your enterprise and service provider networks. The EM-2900EPOE specifically handles up to 5 concurrent calls while providing 12 PoE ports to power connected devices, making it ideal for branch offices or distributed deployments.
Can the Ribbon EM-2900EPOE power IP phones and access points directly?
Yes. The 12 fully managed PoE ports deliver both power and data to compatible devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT sensors, eliminating the need for separate power supplies or PoE injectors at the edge.
What makes this PoE-enabled SBC suitable for enterprise deployments?
The EM-2900EPOE combines carrier-grade reliability, dual WAN ports for redundancy, secure session border control, and integrated PoE management—all in a compact form factor. This makes it perfect for enterprises consolidating branch office infrastructure or service providers deploying edge voice services.
How many concurrent calls can the Ribbon EM-2900EPOE handle?
The device supports 5 concurrent calls, making it suitable for small to medium-sized branch offices, remote locations, or service provider edge deployments where call volume is moderate but reliability is critical.
