Converter integrates Gigabit Ethernet into 10/100 networks.
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Standalone version and The Point System(TM) chassis card convert electrical signal of 10/100/1000 Ethernet from copper to fiber. Fiber interface runs at 1000Base speeds, enabling users to connect Gigabit ports on fiber switches. Fiber connectivity options include SX optics and LX dual fiber, with distances up to 65 km, or single fiber up to 40 km. Transmission distances range from 220 m, with SX optics, to 2 km over multi-mode fiber.
Original Press Release:
Transition Unveils 10/100/1000 Copper to Fiber Converter
Offers Low Cost Integration of Gigabit into 10/100 Networks
Las Vegas - April 29, 2003 - Transition Networks, the conversion technology expert, announced today at Networld + Interop the introduction of a 10/100/1000 media converter that converts the electrical signal of a 10/100/1000 Ethernet signal from copper to fiber. This solution will offer a low-cost integration option for network managers who want to migrate from 10/100 networks to Gigabit Ethernet. Gigabit only switches can now be connected to 10/100 networks without the need to upgrade the 10/100 side, allowing network managers to add new equipment gradually.
The 10/100/1000 media converter's fiber interface runs at 1000Base speeds, which enables users to connect Gigabit ports on fiber switches. Fiber connectivity options include SX optics and LX dual fiber with distances up to 65km or single fiber up to 40km. In addition to the standard 220 meters with standard SX optics, Transition Networks also offers a proprietary solution that will allow users to transmit up to 2km over multi-mode fiber.
"Utilizing Transition's 10/100/1000BaseT to 100BaseSX or LX converter in a Gigabit backbone affords users the opportunity to upgrade their networks to Gigabit speeds over any media without giving up any distance. This can be done in an economical manner when they want it and where they want it," said Bill Schultz, vice president of marketing at Transition Networks.
Additional Features
The Transition Networks 10/100/1000 converter offers several features including:
o Auto-Negotiation support on copper and the ability to force a particular mode of operation. The fiber interface supports AutoNegotiation or the user can force half or full duplex
o AutoCross(TM) on copper port
o Link Pass Through ensures that the link failure is identified by a device on the remote end by simulating a link loss across the connection including fiber
o Chassis card version will feature full SNMP manageability
o An Optional 1000BaseSX/LX signal tap provides a RJ-45 1000BaseTX sniffer port of the TX or RX on the fiber port. This will further simplify network monitoring maintenance aid troubleshooting as well as eliminate the need for costly fiber taps
Product Configuration
Transition's 10/100/1000 converter is available in two versions. Standalone and The Point System(TM) chassis card to fit any CPSMCxxxx chassis cabinets.
Product Availability
The first 10/100/1000 models for sampling will be available in June. Full production commences in July. Please contact Transition Networks at (800)526-9267 or www.transition.com for the latest information.
About Transition Networks
Transition Networks offers networking connectivity solutions that make the conversion between disparate media types possible. The company designs and markets these media conversion technologies across a broad spectrum of networking protocols including Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit, ATM, Token Ring, and more. The company works alongside leading networking vendors - Nortel Networks, Hewlett Packard, 3COM, Cisco, Cabletron, Avaya, Extreme, Foundry, and others - to provide conversion technology solutions that offer the necessary adaptations without affecting the performance, nature or appearance of the network to the users or the network devices. Based in Minneapolis, Transition Networks distributes hardware-based connectivity solutions exclusively through a network of resellers in 50 countries, including Ingram Micro and Tech Data. Transition Networks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Communications Systems, Inc., a publicly traded company (AMEX: JCS).
