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Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem, DB25 Male  

See the light! Get the async fiber optic driver that transmits full- or half-duplex up to 2 miles at any speed up to 19.2 kbps.

ME605A-MST

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • Operates half- or full-duplex.
  • Async transmissions at any speed up to 19.2 kbps.
  • Sends data up to 2 miles over multimode.
  • No external power required.

  • Description

    Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem, DB25 Male


    Quick Facts

  • Operates half- or full-duplex.
  • Async transmissions at any speed up to 19.2 kbps.
  • Sends data up to 2 miles over multimode.
  • No external power required.

  • Further Details

    Need duplexing flexibility for driving local data? How about selectable speeds? Black Box has your solution—our Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem!

    The Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem works in pairs. Connect to full- or half-duplex async computers and terminals to send data over multimode fiber optic cables up to 2 miles (3.2 km). And drive your data at any speed up to 19.2 kbps!

    The Mini Modem has an RS-232 male interface, a switch-selectable DCE/DTE, and an LED indicator for transmitted data. Compact, lightweight, and easy to install, it plugs directly into an RS-232-C terminal connector.

    No external power is required. The Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem is powered from DTE data and control signals.

    NOTE: Must be used in pairs.

    NOTE: This product does not work for fiber applications under 500-meters.


    Technical Specifications for Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem, DB25 Male:

    Distance (Maximum) — 2 mi. (3.2 km)
    Operation — Half- or full-duplex
    Protocol — Asynchronous
    Speed (Maximum) — 19.2 kbps
    Interface — RS-232 (DCE or DTE)
    Connectors — (1) pair of ST®, (1) DB25 M
    Power — From the interface; DTE: From Pins 5, 6, or, 8;
    DCE: From Pins 4 or 20
    Size — 0.7"H x 2.1"W x 3.1"D (1.8 x 5.3 x 7.9 cm)
    Weight — <0.1 lb. (<0.1 kg)

    NOTE: This product does not work for fiber applications under 500-meters.

    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


    Connect your Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem, DB25 Male with:

    Accessory: EXN050A-1000

    Multimode, General-Purpose, Bulk Fiber Optic Cable, PVC, Zipcord Duplex, 1000-ft. (304.8-m)

    Multimode, General-Purpose, Bulk Fiber Optic Cable, PVC, Zipcord Duplex, 1000-ft.

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A One year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $19.00

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $37.99

    Diamond

    Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard)

    Coverage:

    The most complete product warranty exclusively from Black Box

    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life! Standard Warranty features are as follows:

    Worry-Free Purchases

    If your new Black Box® brand products are accidentally damaged, you're covered with this no-questions asked warranty. FREE

    Coverage

    Double Diamond™ is the standard warranty that comes with your new Black Box® brand product. Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty.

    Lifetime Guarantees

    Many products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life.

    Fast Service

    During the warranty period, Black Box® Network Services will repair or replace your damaged equipment within one week of receipt at NO CHARGE!

    Extra Coverage

    Extend your warranty or protect a previously purchased Black Box® brand product* for an additional year for only 10% of the current retail price! And when you do, we give you the second year of extended coverage free! FREE Tech Support Hotline. No cost. No contracts. No kidding!

    No-Risk 45-Day Return Policy

    If it's not right, send it back.
    (Excludes custom built products)

    * Certain products may not be eligible.

    Warranty Compared

    Black Box® Double Diamond™ Warranty The Competition
    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
    Guaranteed for Life! Black Box® Brand Copper Cables, Manual Switches and More! No.
    Accidental Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Water Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Power Surges 100% Covered! No.
    Warranty Replacements No Questions Asked! Forget It.
    Tech Support Hotline 100% FREE! $$$
    Product SKU Price Quantity
    Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem, DB25 Male ME605A-MST $189.95
     
    Async Fiber Optic Mini Modem, DB25 Female ME605A-FST $188.95
     
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