Fiber Optic Switch/Converter delivers 4-way functionality.
Press Release Summary:
Acting as signal source with no optical loss, QuickSwitch Model 4289 allows access to any one of 4 separate fiber optic networks from one computer. Pushbutton switching eliminates need to plug/unplug fiber optic patchcords, minimizing connector wear. All 4 network ports are 1300 nm, 100 Mbps ST multimode fiber optic ports, and internal circuitry ensures isolation between networks/devices. LED display indicates switch position and fiber link presence.
Original Press Release:
QuickSwitch 4289 Fiber Optic 4-Way Switch/Converter
Electro Standards Laboratories (ESL), Cranston, RI, has just announced its new QuickSwitch Model 4289 4-Way Fiber Optic Switch/Converter. This QuickSwitch allows access to any one of four separate fiber optic networks from one computer. Simple pushbutton switching eliminates the need to plug/unplug fiber optic patchcords thus minimizing connector wear while increasing system reliability.
All four network ports are 1300nm 100 Mbps ST multimode fiber optic ports, ST duplex shown, SC duplex is available also. Internal circuitry insures isolation between networks/devices. The Model 4289 acts as a signal source; there is no optical loss. A LED display indicates switch position and fiber link presence.
