Description
Transition Networks 10/100 Bridging 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Media Converter
The Transition Networks 10/100 Bridging 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Media Converter is designed to seamlessy extend your Ethernet network by bridging copper and fiber segments. The SBFTF10xx-10x 2-port Ethernet/Fast Ethernet bridging media converter enables 10Base-T or 100Base-TX copper devices to communicate efficiently with devices on a 100Base-FX fiber network. Built for plug-and-play simplicity, this compact device translates electrical signals into light pulses and back again, delivering reliable throughput across network boundaries. It’s an ideal solution for campus LANs, branch offices, data centers, and industrial environments where fiber connectivity enhances reach, performance, and reliability. Whether you’re consolidating offices, expanding a backbone, or creating fiber-optic links between buildings, this media converter makes it possible without complex configuration or costly equipment changes.
- Bridges copper Ethernet (10Base-T/100Base-TX) devices to a 100Base-FX fiber network, enabling long-distance connectivity without changing your existing copper hardware.
- Supports mixed-speed copper devices and delivers up to 100 Mbps performance on the fiber side, preserving bandwidth where it matters most in enterprise, campus, and industrial networks.
- Plug-and-play operation with minimal setup—auto-negotiation on copper ports and transparent bridging between copper and fiber, so devices on both sides can communicate as if they were on a single LAN. Compact, standalone unit with straightforward LED indicators that provide real-time status for power, copper link/activity, and fiber link/activity to simplify installation and ongoing monitoring.
- Designed for reliability in demanding environments, offering a robust option for extending networks to remote buildings, wireless backhaul nodes, or data-center edge connections while preserving Ethernet frame integrity.
Technical Details of Transition Networks 10/100 Bridging 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Media Converter
- Model: SBFTF10xx-10x 2-port Ethernet/Fast Ethernet bridging media converter
- Copper interface: 2 × 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 ports (auto negotiation, auto MDI/MDI-X support)
- Fiber interface: 1 × 100Base-FX port (fiber optic, compatible with standard 100 Mbps fiber links)
- Data throughput: Copper side up to 100 Mbps (per port), fiber side up to 100 Mbps, with bridging between copper and fiber segments
- Bridge type: Transparent bridging between copper and fiber networks, preserving Ethernet frame structure
- LED indicators: Power, Link/Activity indicators for copper ports and the fiber port for quick diagnostics
- Power requirement: External power supply required (unit operates as a standalone, unmanaged media converter)
- Environment: Intended for use in typical office, campus, and industrial environments where fiber connectivity extends LAN reach
How to install Transition Networks 10/100 Bridging 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Media Converter
- Power down all devices before installation to prevent any electrical issues during connection.
- Connect your copper devices to the two RJ-45 ports on the media converter using CAT5e/CAT6 Ethernet cables. Use these ports for 10/100Base-TX connections from switches, routers, or networked devices.
- Attach the fiber optic cable to the 100Base-FX port on the media converter. Ensure you are using the correct fiber type (multimode or single-mode) and connector size compatible with your fiber run and the model’s specifications.
- Provide power to the media converter using the supplied power adapter or the appropriate power source specified by the manufacturer. Once powered, the unit will begin operating immediately in most cases.
- Turn on the connected copper and fiber devices. Verify the Link/Activity LEDs on both copper ports and the fiber port to confirm healthy connections and data activity across the bridge.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary purpose of the Transition Networks SBFTF10xx-10x media converter? It serves as a bridge between copper 10/100Base-TX Ethernet networks and 100Base-FX fiber networks, extending reach and enabling seamless communication across media types without changing existing network devices.
- What speeds and compatibility does it support? The copper side supports 10/100 Mbps, while the fiber side operates at 100 Mbps base-FX. It is designed to bridge these two media types and preserve Ethernet frame integrity during transit.
- Is this device plug-and-play, or does it require configuration? It is designed for unmanaged, plug-and-play operation. No software or complex configuration is typically required—just connect, power, and verify LEDs for a working link.
- Can I use this converter with both multimode and single-mode fiber? Model options vary, but many SBFTF10xx-10x units are designed to work with standard 100Base-FX fiber; refer to the specific model’s fiber type compatibility to determine whether multimode or single-mode fiber is supported.
- Where is this device best used? It’s well-suited for campuses, enterprise networks, and industrial facilities where extending a LAN over fiber is needed—for example, linking distant buildings, creating fiber backbones, or connecting remote network segments to a central LAN.
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