Allied Telesis AT-MC1004 1 x Port 1000Base-T to 2 x Ports 1000Base-SX SC Connector Pluggable Media C...

Product Description

The Allied Telesis AT-MC1004 is a high-performance media converter designed to facilitate the transition between copper and fiber optic network infrastructures at Gigabit speeds. It specifically converts signals from a standard 1000Base-T copper Ethernet connection to 1000Base-SX multi-mode fiber optic signals. The unique configuration of one copper port and two fiber ports allows for flexible network topologies, such as connecting a single copper device to two separate fiber segments or extending a copper network to two different fiber-connected locations simultaneously. This media converter is particularly useful for extending the reach of Gigabit Ethernet networks beyond the limitations of copper cabling (typically 100 meters). By utilizing multi-mode fiber, it can transmit data over distances of up to 550 meters, making it suitable for campus environments, large office buildings, or industrial facilities. The SC connectors provide a robust and widely adopted standard for fiber optic connections, ensuring reliable physical layer connectivity. The pluggable nature of the fiber ports (implied by the 'Pluggable Media C...' in the title, though not explicitly stated for this model, it's common for Allied Telesis MC series) suggests potential for using different fiber types or transceivers if applicable, though the primary configuration is for 1000Base-SX. The AT-MC1004 is a key component for network managers looking to upgrade their infrastructure, enhance bandwidth, and improve network resilience by incorporating fiber optics.