StarTech.com Gigabit SM LC Fiber Media Converter 40km TAA MCM1110SMLC40
The StarTech.com MCM1110SMLC40 Gigabit Ethernet to fiber media converter reliably extends network connections up to 40 kilometers over single-mode LC fiber, ensuring robust data transmission for critical business operations.
- Extended Reach: Converts Gigabit Ethernet to fiber, extending network connections up to 40 km (24.8 miles) to bridge significant distances between buildings or remote sites.
- TAA Compliance: Meets Trade Agreements Act (TAA) requirements, making it suitable for government and public sector procurement and ensuring supply chain integrity.
- Enhanced Reliability: Utilizes single-mode LC fiber to provide superior data transmission with reduced interference, safeguarding critical data over long-haul links.
- Simplified Troubleshooting: Features Link Fault Pass-through (LFP) for rapid identification of link failures, minimizing network downtime and accelerating issue resolution.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com MCM1110SMLC40 is a Gigabit Ethernet to fiber media converter engineered to extend network reach up to 40,000 meters (24.8 miles) using single-mode LC fiber, supporting 10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-LX conversion. This device ensures high-speed data transfer rates of up to 2000 Mbit/s, crucial for maintaining performance across extended network segments.
Designed for commercial and government applications, this converter supports jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes for efficient large data packet handling and features Auto MDI/MDI-X for simplified setup. Its durable metal housing and 50,000-hour MTBF rating underscore its suitability for continuous operation in demanding IT environments, providing a dependable solution for network infrastructure expansion.
- Core Functionality: Converts Gigabit Ethernet to single-mode LC fiber, enabling network extensions up to 40 km to connect geographically dispersed network segments.
- Long-Distance Performance: Supports a maximum transfer distance of 40,000 meters at 1310 nm wavelength, ensuring reliable high-speed data links between distant buildings or facilities.
- Operational Resilience: Features a robust metal housing and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 50,000 hours, providing long-term reliability and reducing the need for frequent replacements.
- Network Efficiency: Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9000 bytes, optimizing data throughput for large file transfers and reducing CPU overhead on connected devices.
- Operational Value: Offers a cost-effective solution for extending existing copper-based Gigabit networks over fiber, preserving investment in current infrastructure while enabling future growth.
This StarTech.com media converter delivers the essential long-range fiber connectivity and operational reliability required for expanding modern business networks.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Long-Distance Network Extension
Many organizations need to connect network segments across significant distances, such as between buildings on a campus or to a remote branch office. This media converter reliably extends Gigabit Ethernet connections up to 40 kilometers over single-mode LC fiber, overcoming the limitations of copper cabling.
Campus networks, distributed branch offices, large industrial facilities, government agency deployments
Fiber-Optic Backbone Integration
Businesses often have existing copper-based networks but require fiber optic backbones for higher bandwidth, security, or longer reach. The converter seamlessly bridges 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet to 1000Base-LX fiber, allowing for a phased upgrade or integration of fiber infrastructure.
IT infrastructure upgrades, data center interconnects, network modernization projects, secure facility links
TAA-Compliant Procurement
Government agencies and contractors must adhere to the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for many IT procurements, ensuring products are manufactured in approved countries. This media converter is TAA compliant, simplifying the procurement process for federal, state, and local government projects.
Government contractors, public sector IT departments, defense agencies, educational institutions with federal funding
Key Features
Gigabit Ethernet to Fiber Conversion
Enables the extension of standard copper-based Gigabit networks over long-distance fiber optic cabling, preserving existing infrastructure investments.
40 km Single-Mode LC Fiber Support
Provides reliable, high-speed network connectivity across distances up to 40,000 meters, ideal for inter-building links or remote site connections.
TAA Compliance
Meets government procurement requirements, ensuring the product can be deployed in federal, state, and local government projects.
Link Fault Pass-through (LFP)
Simplifies network troubleshooting by immediately indicating link failures on both copper and fiber sides, reducing diagnostic time and downtime.
9000-byte Jumbo Frame Support
Optimizes network efficiency for large data transfers, reducing CPU utilization and improving throughput for applications like video streaming or backups.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
TAA compliance makes this converter suitable for federal, state, and local government agencies requiring secure, long-distance network extensions.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions deploy this for connecting campus buildings or remote research facilities over extensive fiber optic networks.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Factories and industrial plants use this to extend network infrastructure across large production floors or between facilities, overcoming distance and EMI challenges.
Real Estate & Construction
Property management firms and construction companies utilize this for establishing long-range network backbones in large commercial complexes or smart building deployments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber optic cable is compatible with this converter?
This StarTech.com media converter is designed for use with single-mode LC fiber optic cables, supporting connections up to 40 kilometers (24.8 miles).
Can this converter be used with both 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps Ethernet networks?
Yes, the MCM1110SMLC40 supports 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, and 1000Base-T Ethernet input interfaces, automatically negotiating the correct speed for seamless integration.
Does this media converter require any special software or drivers for operation?
No, this is a plug-and-play media converter that operates at Layer 1/2 of the OSI model and does not require any software or drivers for installation or operation.
What are the power requirements for this device?
The converter operates with an input voltage of 100-240V AC and consumes a typical power of 4.6W, making it energy-efficient for continuous operation.
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.