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Black Box LGC010A-R2 MultiPower Media Converter - RJ45 to SC Duplex - 850nm Multi-mode Fiber - 10/100/1000Base-T - Rack-Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
Technically, the LGC010A-R2 handles conversion between twisted pair copper and optical fiber media. It supports full Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet standards, ensuring compatibility with existing network infrastructure. The SC duplex port uses standard LC/SC connectors for easy integration with multi-mode fiber cabling.
The converter requires no management interface, operating as a plug-and-play device. It includes an external 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz power adapter for flexible deployment. Environmentally friendly design and TAA compliance make it suitable for government and institutional procurement.
Relevant factors for this section include Total Number of Ports, Network (RJ-45), DVI, Media Type Supported. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
This media converter extends network reach beyond copper limitations while maintaining high-speed data integrity. Its compact, rack-mountable form factor saves space in data centers or network closets, and the plug-and-play operation reduces setup complexity.
Distance Extension
Converts copper Ethernet to fiber optic, supporting distances up to 0.22 km where copper cabling would suffer signal degradation.
- Eliminates copper distance limits
- Maintains Gigabit speeds over fiber
Installation Flexibility
External, rail-mountable, and rack-mountable design allows versatile mounting in various environments, from small offices to enterprise racks.
- Saves rack space
- Secures cables professionally
Compliance & Reliability
TAA compliant and backed by a 6-year limited warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and meeting procurement standards for government and institutional use.
- Long warranty coverage
- Suitable for regulated deployments
Deployment / Use Cases
Deploy the LGC010A-R2 in scenarios requiring fiber optic extension of copper networks. It is ideal for connecting buildings across campuses, linking floors in multi-story facilities, or integrating fiber backbones into existing copper-based LANs.
Common use cases include extending network segments in educational institutions, healthcare facilities, or corporate offices where distance or electromagnetic interference challenges copper cabling. The rack-mountable option makes it suitable for data center deployments where space optimization is critical.
Campus Network Extension
Connect separate buildings over multi-mode fiber to maintain high-speed data links without signal loss, using the converter at each endpoint.
Data Center Integration
Integrate fiber optic storage or server connections into copper-switched networks, leveraging the converter's Gigabit throughput and compact form factor.
Physical Profile
The converter measures 0.80" (20.32 mm) in height, 1.80" (45.72 mm) in width, and 3.40" (86.36 mm) in depth, making it one of the smaller media converters available. Its external design includes mounting options for rails or standard racks, facilitating organized installations in tight spaces. The compact footprint minimizes clutter while providing robust conversion capabilities.
- Width
- 1.80" (45.72 mm)
- Depth
- 3.40" (86.36 mm)
- Height
- 0.80" (20.32 mm)
- Length
- 850 nm
What's in the Box
The package includes everything needed for immediate deployment.
Highlights
- Converts RJ45 Ethernet to SC duplex fiber optic for extended network reach.
- Supports 10/100/1000Base-T and 1000Base-SX for Gigabit speeds up to 1000 Mbps.
- Uses 850 nm wavelength over multi-mode fiber with a maximum distance of 0.22 km.
- Compact, rack-mountable form factor saves space in data centers or network closets.
- Plug-and-play operation with no management required for easy deployment.
- External power adapter (100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz) for flexible installation.
- TAA compliant, suitable for government and institutional procurement.
- Backed by a 6-year limited warranty for long-term reliability.
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LGC010A-R2 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Line | MultiPower |
| Product Model | LGC010A-R2 |
| Product Name | MultiPower LGC010A-R2 Transceiver/Media Converter |
| Product Type | Transceiver/Media Converter |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 2 |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| DVI | No |
| USB | No |
| Management Port | No |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| Number of SC Ports | 1 |
| SC Port Type | Duplex |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber,Twisted Pair |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Multi-mode |
| Fiber Optic Cable Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Maximum Distance Supported | 0.22 km (0.14 Mile) |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Ethernet,Fast Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10/100/1000Base-T,1000Base-SX |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | External,Rail-mountable,Rack-mountable |
| Height | 0.80" (20.32 mm) |
| Width | 1.80" (45.72 mm) |
| Depth | 3.40" (86.36 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | MultiPower LGC010A-R2Transceiver/Media Converter External 100-240-VAC, 50-60-Hz Adapter |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 6 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What does this media converter do?
The Black Box MultiPower LGC010A-R2 converts signals between a standard RJ45 copper Ethernet port and an SC duplex fiber optic port. This allows you to extend network connections over fiber optic cable, supporting longer distances and higher data integrity compared to copper alone, with speeds up to Gigabit Ethernet.
What type of fiber optic cable is compatible?
This converter is compatible with multi-mode fiber optic cable using an 850 nm wavelength. It requires SC duplex connectors, which are common in many fiber installations. The maximum supported distance is 0.22 km (0.14 miles) over multi-mode fiber.
What Ethernet speeds does it support?
It supports 10/100/1000Base-T on the copper side and 1000Base-SX on the fiber side, delivering data transfer rates up to 1000 Mbps. This includes Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet standards, ensuring compatibility with most network equipment.
How is this converter powered?
The converter includes an external power adapter that supports 100-240 VAC at 50-60 Hz, making it suitable for use in various regions. It operates on plug-and-play principles with no management port, simplifying installation in diverse environments.
Can it be mounted in a rack?
Yes, the LGC010A-R2 has a form factor that is external, rail-mountable, and rack-mountable. Its compact dimensions (0.80" H x 1.80" W x 3.40" D) allow for efficient space utilization in data centers or network closets, with options to secure cables professionally.
What warranty and compliance does it offer?
This media converter comes with a 6-year limited warranty, providing long-term reliability. It is TAA compliant, meaning it meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for government and institutional purchases, and is environmentally friendly with a country of origin in Taiwan.
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