Multiple-channel 100Base-TX to Fiber Optic 100base-FX Media Converter
providing 6 or 12 independent conversion channels

This 19" Rack-Mountable device is a multiple-channel 100Base-TX/FX Media Converter providing 6 or 12 independent conversion channels housed in a slim 1U chassis. Each individual channel allows network extension over m/m fiber of 2000m (6600ft), and up to 150 km (!) over s/m fibers. It is transparent to HDX/FDX transmissions. Furthermore, it generates "FDX advertising" signals to force maximal performance on other - even non managed - network elements, thus enhancing overall network performance. The device is SNMP ready; it is supplied with the management interface included in it. All you need to turn it into a fully managed device is to plug-in the optional FNM1612 management module.

This can be done in the field, even without removing the F.CON from the rack. The Fault Propagation mechanism implemented in the device allows network redundancy while the link test capability allows easy maintenance. Special attention was given to allow easy installation and maintenance: redundant power supply, directly removable (hot-swap) power supply, extensive front-panel diagnostics and more. It is factory pre-configured and several F.CON devices can be mixed and stacked to achieve the exact number of channels required while occupying minimal rack-space.

General Specifications
Standard Compliance
IEEE 802.3u, 100Base-TX, 100Base-FX
100Base-TX ports (6 or 12)
Shielded RJ-45
Half/Full Duplex support
100m over UTP/STP Cat.5 cable
Auto Polarity correction
Diagnostics Per System
Link F/O, Link T/P, Activity
Management Section
RJ-45 10Base-T + crossover switch
MinDIN RS-232 for setup
3 LEDs for Link, Activity and status
Conversion Method
Pass-Thru with FDX advertising
100Base-FX ports (6 or 12)
1310nm, multi-mode, duplex SC (ST) connectors
Distance - 2000m
Output Power: -18dbm or better, Input
Sensitivity: -32dbm or better
See DS-SM for s/m/f models specifications
Controls per channel
FDX/HDX
Environmental and Physical
Power-Supply
100 240 VAC, 50 60Hz, integrated fan
Redundant PS, load-sharing (included in F.CON12,
optional for F.CON6)
48VDC (36 72VDC) optional
Temperature
Operating: 0° +40°C
Storage: -20° +80°C
Humidity: 10% 90% non-condensing
Safety
UL 1950:1995, listed as E206640, EN 60950
Dimensions
441x245x44mm
Power Consumption
40 Watts maximum
EMC
FCC part 15, Subpart B, Class A; ICES 003:1997, Class A; EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Weight
4.1 kg max.