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PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode SC, 550 m

Link 10/100/1000 UTP to Gigabit fiber multimode and power 802.3af devices.

LPS500A-MM-SC

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

Product Highlights

Converts 10-/100-/1000-Mbps copper to Gigabit Ethernet fiber (1000BASE-SX).

Supports links up to 550 meters (1804.4 ft.) on fiber side with 50/125-um, 500-MHz fiber.

Offers a maximum data transfer rate of 2000 Mbps (full-duplex).

Works as 802.3af power sourcing equipment (PSE) for Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices on the copper side.

Provides 48 VDC and 15.4 watts of power to two powered devices (PD) that comply with the 802.3af standard.

Description

PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode SC, 550 m

Quick Facts

Converts 10-/100-/1000-Mbps copper to Gigabit Ethernet fiber (1000BASE-SX).

Supports links up to 550 meters (1804.4 ft.) on fiber side with 50/125-um, 500-MHz fiber.

Offers a maximum data transfer rate of 2000 Mbps (full-duplex).

Works as 802.3af power sourcing equipment (PSE) for Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices on the copper side.

Provides 48 VDC and 15.4 watts of power to two powered devices (PD) that comply with the 802.3af standard.

Further Details

A low-cost, economical solution for powering PoE devices over the same CATx link used for data communications.

Powered device (PD) signature sending detects when a PoE device is connected.

Protects against damage caused by overcurrent events and offers undercurrent detection.

Link fault passthrough monitors both copper and fiber receive ports for loss of signal.

Far-end fault detection prevents the loss of valuable data from it being sent over an invalid link.

Supports 802.3x flow control on full-duplex ports and backpressure on 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX half-duplex ports.

Jumbo frame support (2 KB, normal mode; 9 KB, cut-through mode).

Copper port autonegotiates for network speed and features Auto MDI-X for easy cabling.

LEDs indicate when it is feeding PoE power as well as when power is interrupted.

RoHS compliant.

Connect Gigabit-speed fiber optic to a 10-/100-/1000-Mbps copper UTP segment while also powering 802.3af devices at the end of the CAT5 run.

This PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter from Black Box enables you to transparently connect copper cabling to multimode fiber as an economical way to extend Ethernet communications well beyond the 100-meter (327-foot) CATx limit.

Along with matching copper to interference-free fiber at Gigabit speeds, the converter doubles as power sourcing equipment (PSE) for Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices plugged in on the copper side.

Using existing UTP cabling for both data communications and 48-VDC power simplifies a network application in terms of provisioning power and maintaining equipment. It’s particularly ideal for locating equipment where electrical access is inconvenient or just too expensive to locate. Install PoE-compatible security cameras and wireless access points in areas without any nearby power outlets while reducing your overall power consumption, too.

Plus, the PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter has extensive power management features, including overcurrent protection, undercurrent detection, minimum load sensing, and PSE MDI power enable/disable.

For reliable data communications, the media converter boasts link fault passthrough (LFP) capabilities, monitoring receive ports on both the fiber and copper sides for loss of signal. If signaling is lost on one media port, it automatically disables the transmit (TX) signal to the other media port.

Additionally, a far-end fault (FEF) function enables the converter to cease sending link pulse to a link partner if signaling on the fiber receive (RX) port is lost. The link partner will also synchronously stop sending data. This way, you don’t lose valuable data transmitted over an invalid link.

This product works with:

GigaBase® CAT5e 350-MHz Cable, 4-Pair, Straight-Pinned, PVC (EVNSL81)
Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

Technical Specifications for PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode SC, 550 m:

Operating Temperature — 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Standards — IEEE 802.3af (PoE), IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX), IEEE 802.3z/ab (1000BASE-T), IEEE 802.3x full-duplex flow control, 1000BASE-SX
Distance (Maximum) — UTP side: 100 m (328 ft.);
Fiber side (850-nm multimode): 62.5/125-µm: 160-MHz: 220 m (721 ft.); 200-MHz: 275 m (902.2 ft.); 50/125-µm: 400-MHz: 500 m (1640 ft.); 500-MHz: 550 m (1804.4 ft.)
CE Approval — Yes
Connectors — UTP side: (1) RJ-45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-TX);
Fiber side: (1) pair of SC
Power — Input: 100–240 VAC, 47–63 Hz;
Consumption (maximum): 24 W
Size — 1.6"H x 6.2"W x 5.2"D (4.1 x 15.7 x 5.2 cm)
Weight — 1.3 lb. (0.6 kg)

This product works with:

GigaBase® CAT5e 350-MHz Patch Cable, 4-Pair, Straight-Pinned, PVC (EVNSL81)
Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

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.

Resources for PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode SC, 550 m:

Manuals

PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter User Manual
User Manual for PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter (1)

Black Box Explains

Black Box Explains...Media converters.

Connect your PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode SC, 550 m with:

GigaBase 350 CAT5e, 350-MHz Stranded Bulk Cable, Blue, 1000-feet (304.8-m)

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Standard Manufacturer's Warranty

A Two year warranty is included.

Extended Two years for one Warranty Available

Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
Cost: $41.20

Extended Three years for two Warranty Available

Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
Cost: $82.39

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
PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode SC, 550 m	LPS500A-MM-SC	$411.95
PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Multimode LC, 550 m	LPS500A-MM-LC	$411.95
PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Single-Mode SC, 10 km	LPS500A-SM-10K-SC	$432.95
PoE PSE Gigabit Media Converter, Single-Mode LC, 10 km	LPS500A-SM-10K-LC	$462.95