Eaton Tripp Lite Series 100Gb/120Gb to10Gb Breakout Cassette, 24-Fiber OM4 MTP/MPO (Male with Pins) to ( x12) LC Duplex

Upgrade your data center’s fiber backbone with a high-density breakout solution designed for modern, speed-driven networks. The N484-1M24-LC12 breakout cassette from Tripp Lite delivers a seamless 100Gb/120GbE to 10GbE breakout, converting a 24-fiber OM4 MTP/MPO backbone into twelve LC duplex ports. This compact module is engineered for reliable, scalable connectivity in enterprise, cloud, and colocation environments, enabling you to maximize rack density without compromising performance. Built to work with Tripp Lite’s N484-00U and N484-01U chassis, it makes it easy to grow your network in 1U or 1U-per-slot configurations while maintaining consistent optical performance across high-speed links.

• Ultra-high density breakout – Converts a 24-fiber OM4 MTP/MPO connection into 12 LC duplex links in a single, space-saving cassette, significantly increasing port counts per rack unit without adding complexity to cable management.
• 100GbE/120GbE to 10GbE compatibility – Designed to support 100GbE and 120GbE uplinks with a scalable breakout to 10GbE access links, enabling flexible, cost-effective migrations and bandwidth optimization for data centers and enterprise networks.
• Chassis compatibility and deployment options – Specifically intended for use with Tripp Lite N484-00U and N484-01U chassis. Up to 4 cassettes can be installed in a single N484-01U unit, or 1 cassette per N484-00U, providing scalable density aligned to your rack footprint and cooling requirements.
• OM4 fiber performance – Utilizes 24-fiber OM4 fiber to deliver high bandwidth and long-reach capabilities with low attenuation, suitable for modern multi-mode fiber environments and short- to medium-reach data center deployments.
• Robust build and simple integration – Features a durable design with a male MTP/MPO connector on the trunk side and twelve LC duplex ports on the breakout side, engineered for steady performance in demanding data center conditions and straightforward installation into compatible chassis.

Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Series 100Gb/120Gb to10Gb Breakout Cassette, 24-Fiber OM4 MTP/MPO (Male with Pins) to ( x12) LC Duplex

• Model / Part Number: N484-1M24-LC12
• Brand: Tripp Lite (Eaton Tripp Lite Series)
• Function: High-density breakout cassette for 100Gb/120GbE to 10GbE breakout; converts 24-fiber OM4 MTP/MPO to 12 LC duplex connections
• Fiber Type: OM4 (50/125 μm multimode fiber)
• MTP/MPO Connector: 24-fiber, male with pins (on the trunk side)
• Output Connectors: 12 x LC duplex (on the breakout side)
• Chassis Compatibility: N484-00U and N484-01U
• Installation Capacity: Up to 4 cassettes per N484-01U; 1 cassette per N484-00U
• Data Rate Support: 100GbE and 120GbE uplinks with breakout to 10GbE
• Application: Data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud environments requiring dense, flexible high-speed connectivity
• Notes: Specifications reflect standard usage with compatible Tripp Lite chassis; actual performance may vary with fiber type, connector cleanliness, and overall network topology

How to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series 100Gb/120Gb to10Gb Breakout Cassette

• Preparation – Power down the chassis and verify you have compatible N484-00U or N484-01U units ready. Ensure all fiber cables are clean and free of damage, and organize your trunk and breakout cables to minimize bends and tension.
• Slotting the cassette – Remove any blanking panels and slide the N484-1M24-LC12 cassette into an available slot in the appropriate chassis. The module should seat firmly with a clean, secure connection to the backplane.
• Connecting the trunk – Attach the 24-fiber MTP/MPO trunk (the male with pins) from your upstream fiber assembly into the MTP/MPO interface on the cassette. Confirm the connector is fully mated and that the fiber is routed to minimize strain.
• Connecting the LC outputs – Connect twelve LC duplex fiber patches to the corresponding LC ports on the cassette, routing them to your 10GbE endpoints or midspan devices as required. Maintain proper fiber polarity and labeling for easy identification.
• Power-on and verification – Reassemble any chassis covers, reapply power, and perform basic link tests. Validate continuity, verify correct mapping between the MTP/MPO trunk and LC outputs, and run connectivity tests to confirm 100GbE/120GbE uplinks successfully rate-match to 10GbE channels as planned.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the N484-1M24-LC12 do?

  A: It is a high-density breakout cassette that converts a 24-fiber OM4 MTP/MPO connection into 12 LC duplex connections, enabling a breakout from 100Gb/120GbE uplinks to multiple 10GbE links within compatible Tripp Lite chassis.

• Q: Which chassis models are compatible?

  A: The cassette is designed for use with Tripp Lite N484-00U and N484-01U chassis. You can install up to 4 cassettes in an N484-01U or 1 cassette in an N484-00U, depending on your density requirements.

• Q: What fiber type does this cassette support?

  A: It uses OM4 multimode fiber, optimized for high bandwidth and short- to medium-reach deployments common in data centers and enterprise networks.

• Q: What connectors are on the two sides?

  A: The trunk side uses a 24-fiber MTP/MPO (male with pins) connector, while the breakout side provides 12 LC duplex ports for link connections.

• Q: Can this cassette support 100GbE/120GbE to 10GbE breakout in existing networks?

  A: Yes. It is designed to route high-speed uplinks into multiple 10GbE links, enabling flexible deployments and migrations within compatible chassis.