BPI-5400B PoE Module - PoE Add-On Board for Banana Pi BPI-F3The BPI-5400B PoE module is a PoE add-on board sold in the Banana Pi ecosystem for boards that expose the required power path. For the Banana Pi BPI-F3, the official BPI-F3 wiki explicitly states that the board is designed with PoE support and can be powered from the RJ45-2 interface after a PoE module is soldered in place. Because Banana Pi documents a PoE module workflow rather than a universal plug-in accessory, match the exact BPI-5400B / RT5400B output variant and BPI-F3 board revision before installation.There is one important source boundary to note. The official Banana Pi shop page uses the generic title BPI-5400B POE module and its current body highlights BPI-RV2 or OpenWrt One, while official Banana Pi forum discussion about the F3 points to the RT5400B 12V variant for BPI-F3. Because this Shopify SKU is specifically titled for BPI-F3 while official BPI-5400B materials also mention other Banana Pi boards, the description below keeps the compatibility claim conservative. For related hardware, you can also review the Banana Pi BPI-F3, the BPI-F3 metal case, and the 12V 5A DC power supply.Technical Specifications Product Type PoE add-on module / board-level power accessory Shop Product Name BPI-5400B POE module Primary Shopify Positioning PoE module listing for BPI-F3-oriented installations; verify exact module variant before installation Host Board BPI-F3 PoE workflow, subject to board revision and BPI-5400B / RT5400B output variant Function Adds PoE capability when a compatible module variant is soldered into a supported host board Installation Style Requires soldered installation onto the target board according to the official BPI-F3 wiki wording Power Entry Path After installation, BPI-F3 is powered through the RJ45-2 interface according to Banana Pi Documented Variant Note Official BPI-5400 documentation lists 5400B / RT5400B 12V and 24V variants; match the output variant to the host board Platform Context Part of the Banana Pi accessory ecosystem for PoE-capable boards Main Use Case Power a BPI-F3 system through Ethernet cabling in embedded or deployment scenarios Mechanical Role Internal board accessory rather than an external injector or separate powered switch Deployment Dependency Final operation depends on correct soldering, compatible PoE source equipment, and board-side configuration Board Layout & Label Guide PoE Add-On Board - This product is a board-level accessory intended to be installed onto the target host rather than used as a standalone external adapter. BPI-F3 Integration Path - The official BPI-F3 wiki describes PoE support after a PoE module is soldered in place; it does not make every BPI-5400 variant automatically interchangeable. RJ45-2 Power Input Role - Banana Pi explicitly notes that power is delivered through the RJ45-2 interface after the PoE module is installed. Soldered Installation Requirement - This is not described as a tool-free plug-in module for the F3; the documented workflow is a soldered add-on installation. Module Variant Context - Official BPI-5400 documentation separates 12V and 24V output variants, so module selection must match the host-board power design. Host-Side Power Design Dependency - Reliable use depends on the board revision, the correct module variant, and the intended PoE input path on the host board. Internal Power Accessory Role - The module is meant to simplify deployed power delivery over Ethernet instead of relying only on a separate DC barrel or external power lead. Compatibility Boundary - Because the official shop page also mentions other Banana Pi boards, this listing keeps the compatibility claim focused on the BPI-F3-specific documentation and product title. Packing List 1 x BPI-5400B PoE module FAQQ: What is this module used for?A: It is a PoE add-on module intended to let a supported Banana Pi board receive power through Ethernet.Q: Is this listing specifically for the BPI-F3?A: Yes. This Shopify SKU is titled for BPI-F3, and the official BPI-F3 wiki confirms that the board supports PoE after a PoE module is soldered on.Q: Does the BPI-F3 wiki explain how PoE power enters the board?A: Yes. Banana Pi states that after the PoE module is welded or soldered, the board is powered by the RJ45-2 interface.Q: Is this a plug-and-play external PoE injector?A: No. The official BPI-F3 wording describes a board-mounted PoE module installation, not an external injector accessory.Q: Why does the official shop page mention other Banana Pi boards?A: The current Banana Pi shop page uses a generic BPI-5400B PoE module page, while this Shopify SKU is scoped to BPI-F3. This listing therefore uses conservative compatibility wording.Q: What variant is discussed for BPI-F3 on the Banana Pi forum?A: Banana Pi forum discussion around enabling PoE on BPI-F3 points to the RT5400B 12V variant.Q: Do I still need a normal DC power adapter?A: Not for PoE-powered operation, assuming the module is correctly installed and the Ethernet side provides a compatible PoE source.Q: What is the main risk when selecting this module?A: The main risk is mixing generic PoE module references across different Banana Pi boards, so the installation should follow the BPI-F3-specific hardware guidance.
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