Transition E-100BTX-FX-NLP-01 100BFX PCI ST 100BFX UTP Media Converter

SKU E-100BTX-FX-NLP-01

Brand Transition Networks

Form Factor: PCI card.
Copper Interface: 100Base-TX (RJ45).
Fiber Interface: 100Base-FX (ST connector).
Supports UTP to Fiber conversion.
Designed for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet.
NLP (No Link Pass-through) feature.
Plug-and-play installation into PCI slot.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Media Converter
Form Factor: PCI Card
Copper Speed: 100 Mbps
Fiber Speed: 100 Mbps
Copper Connector: RJ45
Fiber Connector: ST

Product details

The Transition E-100BTX-FX-NLP-01 is a 100BFX PCI Media Converter that connects 100Base-TX UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) Ethernet to 100Base-FX fiber optic networks. This PCI card form factor allows it to be installed directly into a computer or server for direct media conversion.

Technical Information

Product Type	Media Converter
Form Factor	PCI Card
Copper Speed	100 Mbps
Fiber Speed	100 Mbps

Additional Specifications

Copper Connector	RJ45
Fiber Connector	ST
Protocol	100Base-TX to 100Base-FX
Model	E-100BTX-FX-NLP-01

Description

The Transition E-100BTX-FX-NLP-01 is a specialized media converter designed in a PCI card format, enabling direct integration into a computer or server for seamless conversion between copper and fiber optic Ethernet segments. This device is ideal for extending network reach beyond the limitations of copper cabling, offering the benefits of fiber optics such as increased bandwidth, immunity to electromagnetic interference, and enhanced security over longer distances. The 100BFX designation indicates its support for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over multimode fiber, utilizing ST connectors for reliable fiber optic connections. This media converter specifically bridges 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet over Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) copper cabling to 100Base-FX fiber optic cabling. The inclusion of the NLP (No Link Pass-through) feature is significant for network management, as it can help isolate network faults by preventing link status from being passed through unnecessarily, thereby simplifying troubleshooting. Its PCI form factor makes it a convenient solution for applications requiring a direct, internal media conversion without the need for external chassis or power supplies. Installation is straightforward, requiring a compatible PCI slot in the host system. Once installed, the E-100BTX-FX-NLP-01 acts as a transparent bridge, converting Ethernet frames between the two media types without introducing latency or altering data packets. This makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including connecting workstations to fiber backbone networks, extending network segments in industrial environments, or bridging different building sections where fiber is required for distance or safety reasons.

Condition: Refurbished