Black Box FlexPoint Media Converter
Best long-range fiber solution for expanding enterprise network connectivity.
This is the heavy-duty bridge you need when your network infrastructure hits a physical wall. It effortlessly pushes Gigabit speeds across massive distances, making it the ultimate fix for linking disparate fiber segments. You sacrifice simplicity for raw, reliable range, but it’s the most dependable way to extend your reach up to 50 kilometers.
Who it's for
- Network administrators connecting disparate copper and fiber infrastructure
- IT managers needing to extend network reach across large facilities
- System integrators prioritizing stable, long-term network reliability
Who should skip it
- Network architects concerned about minimizing potential points of failure
- Facility managers with limited power outlets at installation points
- Enterprise IT teams managing large-scale, complex network deployments
Performance breakdown
Signal Reach
Fifty-kilometer range easily handles most enterprise-grade campus networking requirements.
Data Throughput
Gigabit speeds ensure zero bottlenecks for high-bandwidth fiber optic traffic.
Deployment Flexibility
Seamlessly bridges disparate fiber segments for complex network infrastructure setups.
Build Reliability
Industrial-grade construction provides consistent uptime in demanding, continuous operation environments.
Installation Simplicity
Straightforward desktop setup, though lacks advanced mounting options for rack integration.
Feature Versatility
Solid core conversion capabilities, but limited by the absence of PoE.
Key Specs
Features
Extend, convert, or connect mismatched fiber segments
Between-unit connections are made over single-mode fiber
Distance
up to 50 kilometers (31 mi.)
Support Gigabit Ethernet
Full-duplex operation
Ethernet Port Speed
10/100/1000 Mbps
Power Source
AC Adapter
Mounting Type
Desktop
Outdoor Use
False
PoE Support
False
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