Pineboards launched the HatDrive! POE+, designed to simplify power and connectivity for the Raspberry Pi 5 through Power-over-Ethernet. This PoE+ HAT integrates both network connectivity and power delivery over a single RJ45 cable, providing a streamlined setup where multiple smaller devices can operate without the need for additional power cables.

The HatDrive! POE+ enables both Power over Ethernet and high-speed NVMe storage without compromise. It supports PoE while also accommodating NVMe storage in sizes 2230, 2242, or 2280 through the Raspberry Pi 5’s PCIe connection, allowing seamless access to both functionalities simultaneously.

Capable of delivering a full 5V at 5A (25 Watts), this HAT directly addresses power needs, eliminating the need for configuration adjustments to ensure sufficient power for connected USB peripherals.

Pineboards indicates that a premium UK-manufactured PoE module, tested extensively for reliability, is included. This quality focus, they note, also extends to accessories like the impedance-controlled PCIe cable and all-metal screws for stable connection to the Raspberry Pi 5.

There is also a cut-out in the HAT which provides easy access to camera and display connectors, accommodating setups that require these connectors while keeping cables organized.

Further information

The HatDrive! PoE+ for Raspberry Pi 5 is available for €44.00 on the Pineboards website and from distributors like ThePiHut. Refer to the official announcement for further details.