IPC-HDW5442TM-AS PoE module died after two years

[PlexApex]

I purchased two IPC-HDW5442TM-AS in November 2019. Back on December 16, my Cisco PoE switch logged an error "Power Controller reports power Imax error detected" and the camera no longer works. I unmounted it and plugged it straight into my PoE switch and it will not power up. I plug in a 12V/1A adapter and it powers up and appears to operate normally. I have two questions:

1. Should I replace it with the same model or is there a newer model that has better low-light properties?
2. Can I purchase a replacement PoE module and perform some surgery to get PoE working again instead of buying a PoE splitter to insert on the camera mount and use the 12V input?

Thank you!

 

[IAmATeaf]

Does the connector show signs of water ingress?

 

[PlexApex]

Does the connector show signs of water ingress?

I could not see signs of water in the RJ45 nor anywhere in the junction box. The attached picture shows how it was mounted and I used all the proper grommets and grease.

 

[PlexApex]

I took my camera apart to determine if the PoE board was separate from the IP camera module and it is not. I'm planning to buy a PoE splitter like this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Splitter-Compliant-Surveillance-5-5x2-1mm-PS5712TG/dp/B08HS4NT13/

. Does that make the most sense to get this camera working again?

 

[ljw2k]

You sure it does not state HUISUN on the camera body

 

[Mike A.]

I took my camera apart to determine if the PoE board was separate from the IP camera module and it is not. I'm planning to buy a PoE splitter like this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Splitter-Compliant-Surveillance-5-5x2-1mm-PS5712TG/dp/B08HS4NT13/

. Does that make the most sense to get this camera working again?

Probably so assuming 12v power and data still work. I've not used that splitter but have used the TP-Link which worked well.