media converters for harsh environments
DESCRIPTION
Media converters can support many different protocols including Ethernet, IP, serial, and TDM such as T1/E1 standards. In this Slideshare, you'll learn why customers use media converters, who uses them, and how. You'll also learn what makes hardened converters different from commercial grade products. And finally, we'll outline applications for hardened converters.TRANSCRIPT
MEDIA CONVERTERS FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTSMarch 2014
Why Use Media Converters?
Extend the reach of your LAN Connect IT gear with different physical interfaces Alternative to NICs for fiber to the desktop Power PoE devices
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CATx to Fiber SM to MM CATx to Coax
Who Uses Media Converters?
Commercial Enterprises: Multi-story buildings or campus network Manufacturing and automation Security and surveillance
Military, Government, Education: Military installations and bases Government offices Municipalities Schools and universities
Telecommunication: Service Providers (data services) Central office and public spaces Data centers
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Typical Use Cases4
Ethernet Switch
Ethernet Switch
Media Converter
Media Converter
Fiber
UTP UTP
Ethernet Switch Workstation
Media Converter
Media Converter
Fiber
UTP UTP
More Use Cases5
Ethernet Switch
IP Camera
Media Converter
Fiber UTP
Switch to PoE device – camera or Wi-Fi access point
Ethernet Switch
Ethernet Switch
Media Converter
Media Converter
Single-Mode Fiber5 km
Multimode Fiber
Multimode Fiber
Hardened Media Converters
Convection cooled, no fans DIN-rail or panel-mount DC-powered, terminal block Built to withstand shock, vibration Sealed IP30 packaging
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Micro MiniLMC4000A
Fiber Optic Cable
Laptop USB Power Cable
UTP Cable (10/100/1000)
Small size and USB power are enablers. Copper to fiber Power from laptop
Military Communications Application7
Media Converter
UTP (PoE)Data and Power
LAN
Data Center
Key Features PoE / PoE+ converters deliver power and data to
cameras Extended operating temperature
Security/Surveillance Application8
Wireless Access Point Connections9
Hardened Media Converters
Fiber Optic Cable
Data Center
Chassis Based Media
Converter
Key Features Extended operating temperature
required for warehouse spaces Chassis-based converters for
higher capacity at data center
Transportation Networking10
Managed Media Converter/Switch
Key Features Managed converter/switch
enable ring topology High availability Remote monitoring
Re-use existing coax cable for IP security cameras Converter/extender pair enables IP over coax
Analog to Digital Camera Upgrade11
Analog Camera
IP Camera
DVR
Ethernet Switch
Media Converter
Media Converter
Coax
Coax
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After