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AddOn ADD-MFMC-SFP Managed Open SFP Media Converter - 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 to SFP Slot
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This media converter operates with Fast Ethernet technology, supporting 10/100Base-TX and 100Base-X standards for data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps. The RJ-45 port accommodates twisted pair cables, while the open SFP slot accepts industry-standard SFP transceivers, allowing customization for fiber or copper uplinks based on distance and bandwidth requirements.
Managed features provide network administrators with tools for configuration, status monitoring, and troubleshooting. The converter maintains signal integrity across media types, ensuring reliable connectivity in mixed-media network segments.
Key Product Advantages
The ADD-MFMC-SFP simplifies network integration by converting copper Ethernet to SFP-based connections, reducing the need for costly infrastructure overhauls. Its managed functionality offers greater visibility and control compared to unmanaged converters, supporting proactive network management.
Flexible Media Support
The open SFP slot accepts a wide range of transceivers, enabling support for multimode or singlemode fiber, as well as copper SFP modules, to match specific distance and performance needs.
- Adapts to fiber or copper uplinks
- Supports various SFP transceiver types
Cost-Effective Deployment
Leverages existing twisted pair cabling for high-speed data transfer up to 100 meters, minimizing cable replacement costs while extending network capabilities with SFP technology.
Deployment / Use Cases
This media converter is ideal for extending network segments where copper cabling meets fiber optic requirements, such as connecting office floors to data center cores or integrating legacy equipment with modern fiber backbones. It supports scenarios where distance limitations of twisted pair need to be overcome with fiber SFP modules.
Common applications include campus networks, industrial automation systems, and telecommunications setups that require media conversion for signal integrity or compliance with building codes. The managed features make it suitable for environments where network monitoring and configuration are priorities, such as enterprise IT departments or managed service providers.
Network Extension
Use with fiber SFP transceivers to extend Ethernet connections beyond the 100-meter limit of twisted pair, enabling long-distance links between buildings or across large facilities.
Media Integration
Bridge copper-based network devices to fiber optic infrastructure, facilitating upgrades without replacing entire cabling systems or disrupting existing copper segments.
Physical Profile
The converter features a compact design measuring 5.50 inches in height, 4.50 inches in width, and 1.75 inches in depth, with a weight of approximately 1.40 pounds. Its small footprint allows for flexible placement in network racks, on desktops, or in enclosed spaces. The sturdy construction ensures durability in continuous operation, while RoHS compliance aligns with environmental standards for reduced hazardous substances.
- Width
- 4.50" (114.30 mm)
- Depth
- 1.75" (44.45 mm)
- Height
- 5.50" (139.70 mm)
- Weight
- 1.40 lb (635.03 g)
Highlights
- Converts 10/100Base-TX Ethernet over twisted pair to an open SFP slot
- Supports data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps with Fast Ethernet technology
- Managed functionality for configuration and network monitoring
- Accepts industry-standard SFP transceivers for fiber or copper uplinks
- Compact dimensions: 5.50" H x 4.50" W x 1.75" D
- RoHS compliant and manufactured in the United States
- 3-year limited warranty for reliable long-term use
- Ideal for extending network reach or integrating mixed media types
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AddOn |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ADD-MFMC-SFP |
| Brand Name | AddOn |
| Product Name | 100Base-TX To Open SFP Port Managed Media Converter |
| Product Type | Transceiver/Media Converter |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 1 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP |
| Number of SFP Slots | 1 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10/100Base-TX,100Base-X |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 5.50" (139.70 mm) |
| Width | 4.50" (114.30 mm) |
| Depth | 1.75" (44.45 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 1.40 lb (635.03 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
FAQ
What does this media converter do?
The AddOn ADD-MFMC-SFP converts 10/100Base-TX Ethernet signals from a twisted pair RJ-45 connection to an open SFP slot. This allows you to bridge copper-based network segments to fiber optic or other SFP-based media, extending network reach or integrating different cable types without replacing existing infrastructure.
What types of SFP transceivers can I use with this converter?
The open SFP slot accepts industry-standard SFP transceivers, including multimode or singlemode fiber modules for optical connections, as well as copper SFP modules for electrical links. You can choose transceivers based on distance requirements, bandwidth needs, and compatibility with your network equipment.
Is this converter managed or unmanaged?
This is a managed media converter, offering features for configuration, status monitoring, and troubleshooting. Managed functionality provides network administrators with greater control over the device compared to unmanaged models, supporting proactive management in professional networking environments.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported?
The converter supports Fast Ethernet technology with data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps, compatible with 10/100Base-TX and 100Base-X network standards. This ensures efficient performance for typical office or industrial network applications where high-speed gigabit connections are not required.
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