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iConverter® GX/X

Gigabit Fiber-to-Fiber Managed Converter/Transponder

The iConverter GX/X managed two-port Gigabit Ethernet switch and media converter is a member of the modular iConverter product family. The GX/X provides single-mode to multimode fiber conversion for extending network distances up to 80km by connecting multimode fiber network devices over single-mode fiber cabling.



Features


  • Gigabit fiber-to-fiber converter/transponder supporting:
    • Multimode dual fiber to multimode dual fiber
    • Multimode dual fiber to single-mode dual fiber
    • Single-mode single-fiber to single-mode single-fiber
    • Wavelength conversion
  • Conforms to IEEE 802.3 and 1000BASE-X specifications
  • Supports multimode, single-mode dual fiber with SC and LC connectors, and single-mode single-fiber with SC connectors
  • Features Port VLAN, Tag VLAN, Port Access Control and MIB statistics
  • Full-Duplex auto-negotiation or manual negotiation
  • User-selectable link fault detection modes facilitate quick fault detection, isolation and reporting
  • Modules are hot-swappable in 19-Module, 5-Module, 2-Module or 1-Module chassis
  • Management is available with the addition of a management module to the chassis
  • SNMP management via NetOutlook 
  • Commercial (0 to 50°C) and wide (-40 to 60°C) temperature ranges
  • TAA,BAA and NDAA compliant, and Made in the USA
  • Lifetime Warranty and free 24/7 Technical Support




Description


The iConverter GX/X managed fiber-to-fiber Gigabit Ethernet fiber converter/transponder is a member of the modular iConverter product family. The GX/X provides a cost-effective solution to extend fiber network distances.

The GX/X also functions as a fiber repeater supporting the three Rs (regeneration, retiming and reshaping). Multiple GX/X modules can be cascaded to extend total network distances.

iConverter GX/X models support multimode and single-mode dual fiber with SC and LC connectors; and single-mode single-fiber with SC connectors.

The iConverter GX/X features two 10/100 Ethernet backplane ports to provide connectivity to adjacent modules for network expansion and for in-band connectivity to an iConverter Network Management Module.

The iConverter GX/X advanced features include IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, 802.1p Quality of Service prioritization and Port Access Control, which provides the ability to enable or disable individual ports to control delivery of services. The GX/X also supports port-level MIB statistics reporting real-time packet statistics, performance and operational monitoring.

The GX/X features user-selectable Link Propagate, Link Segment, Remote Fault Detection and Symmetrical Fault Detection modes to facilitate quick fault detection, isolation and reporting.

The GX/X can be used in managed or unmanaged applications. Management is accomplished by installing an iConverter Management Module (NMM2) or Network Interface Device (NID) in the same chassis. The management module provides access to all the advanced features available on the module.

The management software can override the physical DIP-switch settings such as auto-negotiation, Backplane Selection, remotely configure additional parameters including VLAN, Port VLAN and Port Access Control. Some of the real-time GX/X parameters that can be monitored include duplex mode, link and data status. The port MIB statistics include transmit packet counts, receive packet counts and error counts.

The hot-swappable plug-in module can be mounted in a high-density 19 or 5-Module chassis with redundant AC and DC power supplies. It can also be mounted in a 2-Module or in a 1-Module chassis with AC or DC power input.





Specifications


Description
iConverter GX/X
Gigabit Ethernet Converter/Transponder
Standard Compliances
IEEE 802.3, 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1ad
RFC 2819 (RMON)
Regulatory Compliances
Safety:
EMI:
ACT:
UL, cUL, CE, UKCA
FCC Class A
TAA,BAA, NDAA
Environmental
RoHS, WEEE, REACH
Frame Size Up to 1,536 bytes
Port Types
Fiber:
1000BASE-SX (SC)
1000BASE-LX (SC, LC)
1000BASE-ZX (SC, LC)
1000BASE-BX (SC)
Cable Types
 Fiber: 
Multimode: 50/125µm, 62.5/125µm
Single-mode: 9/125µm
DC Power Requirements
DC Input: 
(Backplane) 
3.3VDC, 2.2A @ 3.3VDC
Dimensions
W x D x H
0.85” x 4.5” x 2.8” (21.6 mm x 114.3 mm x 71.1 mm)
Weight
8 oz. (226.8 grams)
Temperature
Commercial:
Wide:
Storage:
    0 to 50°C
 -40 to 60°C
 -40 to 80°C
Humidity
 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude
 -100m to 4,000m (operational)
MTBF (hrs)
640,000
Warranty
Lifetime warranty with 24/7/365 free Technical Support




Ordering


Step 1: Choose a Base Part Number (xxxx-xxt)

Port
Fiber
Type
Distance
Connector Types
Tx / Rx
Lambda

(nm)
Min. Tx
Power

(dBm)
Max. Tx
Power

(dBm)
Min. Rx
Power

(dBm)
Max. Rx
Power

(dBm)
Min.
Attenuation

(dB)
Link
Budget

(dB)
SC
LC
Port 1
MM/DF
220/550m1
8542-00t
-
850/850
-10
-4
-17
-3
-
7
Port 2
MM/DF
220/550m1
850/850
-10
-4
-17
-3
-
7
Port 1
SM/DF
12km
8543-10t
-
1310/1310
-9.5
-3
-19.5
-3
-
10
Port 2
MM/DF
220/550m1
850/850
-10
-4
-17
-3
-
7
Port 1
SM/DF
12km
8543-11t
8547-11t
1310/1310
-9.5
-3
-19.5
-3
-
10
Port 2
SM/DF
12km
1310/1310
-9.5
-3
-19.5
-3
-
10
Port 1
SM/DF
34km
8543-22t
8547-22t
1310/1310
-5
0
-23
-3
3
18
Port 2
SM/DF
34km
1310/1310
-5
0
-23
-3
3
18
Port 1
SM/DF
80km
8543-33t
8547-33t
1550/1550
-5
0
-23
-3
3
18
Port 2
SM/DF
80km
1550/1550
-5
0
-23
-3
3
18
Port 1
SM/SF2
20km
8554-11t
-
1310/1550
-9.5
-3
-20
-3
-
10.5
Port 2
SM/SF2
20km
1310/1550
-9.5
-3
-20
-3
-
10.5
Port 1
SM/SF2
20km
8557-11t
-
1550/1310
-9.5
-3
-20
-3
-
10.5
Port 2
SM/SF2
20km
1550/1310
-9.5
-3
-20
-3
-
10.5
162.5/125µm, 100/140µm multimode fiber up to 220m. 50/125µm multimode fiber up to 550m. Refer to the fiber cable manufacturer for multimode distance specifications.
2 When using single-fiber (SF) media converter models, the Tx wavelength on one end has to match the Rx wavelength on the other.
MM = Multimode, SM = Single-mode, DF = Dual Fiber, SF = Single-fiber
Contact Omnitron for other configurations, extended temperature (-40 to 75°C) models.
For chassis options, see iConverter Chassis and Mounting Options web page.

Step 2: Choose an Operating Temperature Range (xxxx-xxt)

<leave blank> = Commercial temperature (0 to 50°C)
W = Wide temperature (-40 to 60°C)




Documents


iConverter GX/X (Data Sheet)

iConverter GX/X (User Manual)