Struggling with unreliable network links over long distances? The Allied Telesis media converter turns your copper Ethernet into robust fibre, letting you extend a 100Base-TX connection up to 2 km without signal loss. It’s a compact, plug-and-play solution that keeps your data flowing smoothly, saving you time and costly downtime.
Allied Telesis Media Converter
Enjoy a hassle-free experience every day. The device snaps into place on a desk or shelf, and its auto-negotiation instantly matches the link speed. You’ll appreciate the quiet, low-power operation and the confidence that comes from built-in safety standards, letting you focus on work rather than wiring worries.
Benefits of Allied Telesis Media Converter
- Simple setup: Plug-in and the converter handles the rest, so you avoid complex configuration.
- Space saving: Its tiny footprint fits in the palm of your hand, freeing up valuable rack space.
- Energy efficient: Consumes only 1.5 W, reducing electricity costs.
- Reliable link: Automatic Link Restoration keeps the connection alive after brief interruptions.
- Future proof: Supports VLANs and auto-MDI/MDI-X, protecting your investment as networks evolve.
Key Features of a 100 Mbit/s Media Converter
- Data rate: 100 Mbps. Provides fast Ethernet performance for most office applications.
- Max distance: 2000 m. Extends your network up to 1.2 miles over multimode fibre.
- Wavelength: 1310 nm. Optimised for low-loss transmission on ST fibre.
- Fibre connector: ST multimode female. Easy to mate with existing cabling.
- Ethernet ports: 1 × 100Base-FX ST, 1 × 100Base-TX RJ-45. Flexible connection options.
- Power consumption: 1.5 W typical. Keeps operating costs low.
- Auto-negotiation & auto-MDI/MDI-X: Detects and adapts to link conditions automatically.
- Smart Missing Link (SML) & USB powered: Alerts you to faults and can run from a USB source if needed.
- Compliance: FCC Class A, RoHS, UL 60950-1 and other certifications. Ensures safety and regulatory approval.
Usages of a 100 Mbit/s Media Converter
Ideal for small to medium businesses, schools, or remote offices that need to bridge copper Ethernet to fibre for longer runs. It also suits IT technicians installing temporary links for events or extending network reach in industrial environments where space and power are limited.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | FCC Class A certified, VCCI, C-Tick, CISPR 22 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN55024, RoHS, UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, EN 55022 Class A |
| Networking |
| Networking / Form Factor | Desktop |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | Auto-negotiation, VLAN support, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), Smart Missing Link (SML), USB powered, Automatic Link Restoration |
| Networking / Data Transfer Rate | 100Mbps |
| Networking / Optical Wave Length | 1310 nm |
| Networking / Cabling Type | Ethernet 100Base-TX |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | Fast Ethernet |
| Networking / Type | Fiber media converter |
| Networking / Max Transfer Distance | 1.2 miles |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Allied Telesis AT |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Environmental Parameters |
| Environmental Parameters / Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
| General |
| General / Device Type | Fiber media converter |
| General / Form Factor | Desktop |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x Ethernet 100Base-FX - ST multi-mode female x 2 ¦ 1 x Ethernet 100Base-TX - RJ-45 female |
| Summary Details |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 100 Mbit/s |
| Converter input interface | 100Base-TX |
| Converter output interface | 100Base-FX |
| Maximum transfer distance | 2000 m |
| Wavelength | 1310 nm |
| Fiber mode structure | Multi-mode |
| Product colour | Grey |
| Fiber optic connector | ST |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Power consumption (typical) | 1.5 W |
