StarTech.com Gigabit Multimode Fiber Media Converter 550m SC 850nm MCMGBSCMM055
The StarTech.com MCMGBSCMM055 Gigabit Multimode Fiber Media Converter extends a 1000Mbps Ethernet network connection up to 550 meters over multimode SC fiber, ensuring reliable data transmission across distances.
- Gigabit Fiber Extension: Extends 1000Base-T Ethernet up to 550m over 1000Base-SX multimode fiber, enabling reliable network connectivity between distant network segments.
- Cost-Effective Integration: Provides a transparent conversion between copper and fiber, allowing businesses to leverage existing infrastructure while expanding network reach without costly overhauls.
- Robust Data Transmission: Supports jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes and flow control, optimizing data transfer efficiency and preventing packet loss in high-traffic business environments.
- Operational Resilience: Features a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 50,000 hours, ensuring long-term reliability and minimizing potential network downtime for critical business operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com MCMGBSCMM055 is a purpose-built Gigabit Multimode Fiber Media Converter, engineered to extend 1000Base-T Ethernet connections up to 550 meters over 1000Base-SX multimode SC fiber. This device supports a maximum data transfer rate of 1000 Mbit/s, facilitating high-speed communication between geographically separated network components.
Designed for operational simplicity, this converter supports IEEE 802.3, 802.3ab, 802.3u, and 802.3z networking standards, ensuring broad compatibility with existing network infrastructure. Its robust steel housing and 50,000-hour MTBF contribute to its long-term reliability, making it a dependable choice for extending network reach in demanding business environments.
- Extended Network Reach: Converts 1000Base-T to 1000Base-SX, extending Gigabit Ethernet connections up to 550 meters over multimode SC fiber, ideal for connecting buildings or distant network closets.
- High-Speed Data Integrity: Supports a maximum data transfer rate of 1000 Mbit/s and jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes, ensuring efficient and reliable transmission of large data packets without performance bottlenecks.
- Plug-and-Play Deployment: Features Auto MDI/MDI-X and store-and-forward technology, simplifying installation and ensuring immediate compatibility with various network devices without complex configuration.
- Durable Construction: Housed in a sturdy steel casing with a wide operating temperature range of 0 to 50 °C, providing enhanced durability and consistent performance in diverse operational settings.
- Operational Value: Offers a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 50,000 hours, reducing the total cost of ownership by ensuring extended operational life and minimizing maintenance requirements.
This fiber media converter provides a reliable and efficient solution for businesses seeking to extend their Gigabit Ethernet network infrastructure with minimal complexity and maximum uptime.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
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4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
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Ports & interfaces4
Power7
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Features4
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What This Solves
Extending Network Reach
Small businesses often need to connect network segments across different buildings or longer distances than copper Ethernet allows. This media converter enables Gigabit Ethernet extension up to 550 meters over multimode fiber, maintaining high-speed connectivity for critical operations.
Campus networks, industrial facilities, multi-floor offices, distributed branch locations
Cost-Effective Fiber Integration
Upgrading to a full fiber infrastructure can be expensive for growing organizations, requiring significant capital expenditure. This device provides a budget-friendly solution to integrate existing copper networks with fiber backbones, preserving current hardware investments while expanding capabilities.
Small businesses without dedicated IT, growing mid-market companies, facilities management teams
Ensuring Data Integrity Over Distance
Long copper cable runs are susceptible to electromagnetic interference and signal degradation, risking data loss and network instability. Deploying this fiber media converter ensures robust, interference-free data transmission over extended distances, critical for sensitive business data and continuous operations.
Data centers, network operations centers, manufacturing plants, financial trading floors
Key Features
Maximum data transfer rate: 1000 Mbit/s
Ensures high-speed Gigabit Ethernet performance, supporting demanding business applications and large file transfers without bottlenecks.
Maximum transfer distance: 550 m
Extends network connectivity significantly beyond copper cable limits, enabling reliable links between buildings or across large facilities.
Fiber mode structure: Multi-mode
Utilizes common multimode fiber infrastructure, providing a cost-effective solution for short to medium-distance fiber optic extensions.
Mean time between failures (MTBF): 50000 h
Offers exceptional long-term reliability, minimizing the risk of network outages and reducing maintenance overhead for IT teams.
Jumbo frames: 9000
Optimizes data throughput for large data packets, enhancing efficiency for applications like data backup, virtualization, and video streaming.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Extends network connectivity across factory floors, warehouses, and industrial sites where copper cabling is limited by distance or susceptible to EMI.
Education & Research
Connects network segments between campus buildings or within large research facilities, ensuring high-speed data access for students and staff.
Government & Public Sector
Facilitates secure and reliable network extension between government offices or public facilities, supporting critical operational data transmission.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Enables robust network links between medical buildings, clinics, or labs on a campus, crucial for transmitting large patient data files and imaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber optic cable is compatible with this converter?
This StarTech.com media converter is designed for use with multimode SC fiber optic cables, specifically supporting 1000Base-SX networks for distances up to 550 meters.
Can this converter be used to connect two different buildings?
Yes, this converter is ideal for connecting network segments between two different buildings, extending a Gigabit Ethernet connection up to 550 meters over multimode fiber, which is crucial for campus environments.
Does this device require any special software or drivers for operation?
No, the StarTech.com MCMGBSCMM055 operates as a plug-and-play device, requiring no special software or drivers. It transparently converts signals between copper and fiber, simplifying deployment.
What is the power consumption of this media converter?
The typical power consumption for this media converter is 5 W, making it an energy-efficient solution for extending your network infrastructure.
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.