Interlogix MC350-1T-2S - Manual (Page 9)

9
2. Installation
This section describes the functionalities of the Industrial Gigabit Media Converter’s components and guides how to install it
on the desktop. Basic knowledge of networking is assumed. Please read this chapter completely before continuing.
2.1 Product Description
Flexibility and Network Distance Extension Solution
The MC350-1T-2S Industrial Gigabit Media Converter is equipped with one 10/100/1000Base-T auto-negotiation port and
two 100/1000X SFP slots. The two SFP slots are compatible with 1000Base-SX / LX or 100Base-FX through SFP (Small
Form Factor Pluggable) fiber-optic transceiver; the two SFP slots allow changing the operation speed mode with its built-in
DIP switch. The fiber optical uplink capability guarantees the throughput to all nodes hooked into the network and the
Gigabit Ethernet distance can be extended from 550 meters (Multi-Mode fiber cable) up to 10/20/30/50/60 kilometers
(Single-Mode fiber cable), also the Fast Ethernet distance can be extended from 2km (Multi-Mode fiber cable) up to
20/40/60 kilometers (Single-Mode fiber cable). They are well suited for applications within the factory data centers and
distributions.
Adjustable 3-Port Switch Mode or 2 Fiber Port Redundant Mode
Via the built-in DIP-switch, the two SFP fiber interfaces of MC350-1T-2S can be configured as Ethernet switch mode or
Fiber Redundant mode. With the Ethernet switch mode, it can operate Store-and-Forward mechanism with high
performance; with the 2-Port Fiber Redundant mode, it provides redundancy of link for highly critical Ethernet applications.
The redundant mode supports auto-recover function. If the destination port of a packet is link down, it forwards the packet
to the other port of the backup pair.
Environmentally Hardened Design
With IP30 metal industrial case protection, the MC350-1T-2S provides a high level of immunity against electromagnetic
interference and heavy electrical surges which are usually found on plant floors or in curb side traffic control cabinets. It
also possesses an integrated power supply source with wide range of voltages (12 to 48V DC or 24V AC) for worldwide
high availability applications requiring dual or backup power inputs. Being able to operate under the temperature range
from -40 to 75 degrees C, the MC350-1T-2S can be placed in almost any difficult environment. The compact IP30
standard metal case of MC350-1T-2S allows either DIN rail or wall mounting for efficient use of cabinet space.
Robust Gigabit Media Converter Performance
The MC350-1T-2S offers wire-speed packets transfer performance without risk of packet loss. The high data throughput of
the device makes it ideal for most Gigabit environments. With a 6Gbps internal fabric and featuring auto negotiation
support in its Gigabit port, the
MC350-1T-2S Industrial Gigabit Media Converter can handle large amounts of data in a
secure topology linking to a backbone or high capacity servers.
The flow control function enables the MC350-1T-2S to provide fast and reliable data transfer. The RJ-45 copper
interface in the MC350-1T-2S supports 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation for optimal speed detection through RJ-45
Category 6, 5 or 5e cables. The standard Auto-MDI/MDI-X support can detect the type of connection to any Ethernet
device without requiring special straight or crossover cables.