Black Box Multipower Miniature Transceiver/Media Converter

The Black Box Multipower Miniature Transceiver/Media Converter is a cutting-edge device designed to enhance your network's performance by seamlessly integrating fiber connections into your existing infrastructure. This compact and versatile media converter offers a cost-effective solution for bridging copper and fiber cabling, making it a perfect choice for both small businesses and large enterprises. With its unique features, including auto-speed negotiation and flexible power options, the Black Box Multipower Miniature Transceiver ensures efficient and reliable fiber access without the complexities typically associated with traditional fiber Network Interface Cards (NICs).

• Auto Speed and Duplex Negotiation: The device automatically negotiates speed and duplex settings, ensuring optimal performance and eliminating the need for complex configurations.
• Link Fault Pass-Through: With a simple DIP switch, you can enable or disable Link Fault Pass-Through, enhancing troubleshooting capabilities and allowing for quick resolution of network issues.
• Flexible Power Options: Power the converter through a universal AC power supply, a USB port on your PC, or the optional rackmountable PowerTray, offering unmatched versatility for your setup.
• Compact and Discreet Design: Measuring only 0.8"H x 1.8"W x 3.4"D, this miniature converter can be conveniently placed behind your PC, helping you save valuable desk space without sacrificing performance.
• Reliable Fiber Connectivity: Supports 10/100 Mbps data rate conversion and is compatible with multimode duplex, single-mode duplex, and single-mode single-strand duplex fiber versions, catering to diverse network requirements.

Technical Details of the Product

• Dimensions: 0.8"H x 1.8"W x 3.4"D
• Power Supply: Universal AC power supply or optional USB power adapter cable (LHC021A), or optional rackmount PowerTray (LHC018A-AC-R2)
• Data Rate: 10/100 Mbps
• Standards Compliance: EN62368

How to Install

Installing the Black Box Multipower Miniature Transceiver/Media Converter is a straightforward process:

1. Connect one end of a CAT5 cable to the copper port of your PC.
2. Plug the other end of the CAT5 cable into the copper port of the media converter.
3. Attach a fiber cable to the other side of the converter.
4. Choose your power source and connect the converter to it—either via the provided AC power supply, a USB port, or the optional PowerTray.
5. Once everything is connected, power on your devices and verify the connection to ensure everything is functioning properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use the Black Box Multipower Miniature Media Converter with any cable type? Yes! Thanks to the Auto MDI/MDI-X feature, you don’t need to worry about the type of cable you are using, making installation straightforward and hassle-free.
• What is Link Fault Pass-Through, and how does it help? Link Fault Pass-Through allows you to determine if there is a fault in your network connection. By enabling or disabling this feature through the DIP switch, you can troubleshoot issues more effectively.
• Is the media converter suitable for both home and office use? Absolutely! The compact design and versatile functionality make it ideal for both home and office environments, providing fiber connectivity at a low cost.
• What power options are available for this converter? You can power the Black Box Multipower Miniature Media Converter using the included universal AC power supply, a USB port on your PC, or the optional rackmount PowerTray.
• How do I know which fiber version to choose? Depending on your network requirements, you can select from multimode duplex, single-mode duplex, or single-mode single-strand duplex fiber versions to best suit your application.