StarTech.com 15-Slot Media Converter Chassis TAA MCM15-MEDIA-CHASSIS
The StarTech.com 15-Slot Media Converter Chassis TAA MCM15-MEDIA-CHASSIS centralizes up to fifteen media converters in a 19-inch rack-mount form factor, streamlining power distribution and management for critical network edge conversions.
- High-Density Integration: Consolidates up to 15 media converters into a single 19-inch rack space, reducing cabling complexity and optimizing valuable rack unit usage.
- Enhanced Uptime: Supports an optional hot-swappable Redundant Power System (RPS), ensuring continuous network operation even during power supply failures.
- Simplified Management: Centralizes power and data connections for multiple media converters, simplifying troubleshooting and routine maintenance tasks for IT teams.
- TAA Compliant: Meets Trade Agreements Act (TAA) requirements, making it suitable for government and public sector procurement mandates.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com 15-Slot Media Converter Chassis TAA MCM15-MEDIA-CHASSIS is a purpose-built 19-inch rack-mount solution designed to host up to fifteen StarTech.com MCM Series media converters. It operates with an AC input voltage of 100-240V and provides a stable 48V output, ensuring reliable power delivery across all installed modules.
This chassis is engineered for enterprise and data center environments, offering a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 50,000 hours for long-term reliability. Its TAA compliance and support for an optional hot-swappable Redundant Power System (RPS) make it a strategic asset for maintaining critical network uptime and meeting procurement standards.
- Core Functionality: Centralizes up to fifteen media converters, streamlining network edge conversions and reducing the physical footprint of distributed devices.
- Power Redundancy Support: Features an optional hot-swappable Redundant Power System (RPS) capability, safeguarding network operations against single power supply failures.
- Rack-Mount Design: Occupies a compact 19-inch rack space, integrating seamlessly into existing server racks and optimizing data center or wiring closet layouts.
- Simplified Deployment: Reduces cable clutter and power outlet requirements by consolidating multiple media converters into one managed chassis, simplifying installation and maintenance.
- Operational Value: Offers a 50,000-hour MTBF and TAA compliance, providing long-term reliability and meeting specific governmental purchasing mandates for sustained network performance.
This media converter chassis is an essential component for organizations seeking to consolidate network infrastructure, enhance reliability, and simplify management of diverse media types.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Consolidate Network Edge Devices
Growing businesses often deploy multiple standalone media converters, leading to power outlet congestion and cable management challenges. This chassis provides a centralized, rack-mountable solution to house up to fifteen media converters, simplifying power distribution and reducing physical clutter.
Enterprise data centers, large campus networks, distributed branch offices
Enhance Network Uptime & Resilience
Unplanned power outages to critical network components can lead to significant operational disruption and data loss. With support for an optional hot-swappable Redundant Power System (RPS), this chassis ensures continuous operation of all installed media converters, minimizing service interruptions.
Mission-critical infrastructure, financial trading floors, healthcare systems, manufacturing facilities
Streamline IT Infrastructure Management
Managing numerous individual media converters across a network can be time-consuming and prone to errors for IT teams. Centralizing these devices within a single chassis simplifies monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance, reducing the administrative burden on IT staff.
SMBs with growing IT needs, mid-market companies, organizations with limited on-site IT personnel
Key Features
15-Slot Rack-Mount Design
Consolidates multiple media converters into a single 19-inch rack unit, optimizing space and simplifying cable management for IT infrastructure.
Optional Redundant Power System (RPS) Support
Enables the integration of a hot-swappable redundant power supply, ensuring continuous network operation and preventing downtime from power failures.
TAA Compliant Certification
Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, making it eligible for government procurement and public sector contracts.
50,000 Hours Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
Provides a high level of reliability and operational stability, reducing the frequency of hardware failures and associated maintenance costs.
Dual Integrated Cooling Fans
Ensures optimal operating temperatures for all installed media converters, extending their lifespan and maintaining consistent performance.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This chassis is TAA compliant, making it a suitable choice for federal, state, and local government agencies with specific procurement requirements.
Finance & Insurance
Ensures high availability for critical network segments in banks and insurance carriers by supporting optional redundant power supplies.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Centralizes diverse network media conversions within factories and industrial plants, supporting robust OT/IT integration and reliable data flow.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Provides a stable and manageable platform for connecting various network devices in clinics and medical labs, ensuring consistent data transmission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of media converters are compatible with this chassis?
This chassis is specifically designed to be compatible with StarTech.com MCM Series media converters, ensuring proper fit, power delivery, and operational integration.
Does this chassis include power supplies?
The chassis includes one internal AC power supply. An optional hot-swappable redundant power supply can be purchased separately to enhance network uptime and resilience.
Can this chassis be managed remotely?
The chassis itself provides centralized power and physical consolidation. Management of individual media converters depends on the capabilities of the specific MCM Series modules installed.
What are the power input requirements for this chassis?
The chassis accepts a universal AC input voltage range of 100-240V, making it suitable for deployment in various international power environments.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.