iConverter GX/X

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. The GX/X also functions as a repeater, regenerating and re-timing the fiber optic signal. Multiple GX/X can be cascaded to extend total network distances.

The iConverter GX/X supports the IEEE 802.1Q and 802.1p standards, and the 802.1Q Tag VLAN packet tagging and untagging protocol.

Whether deployed at the Customer Premises (CP) or at the Central Office (CO), the VLAN-based technology enables Service Providers to offer to their customers secure Ethernet Virtual Connections which are isolated from other customer's data as well as from the Service Provider's management traffic. It also enables the Service Provider to deploy edge equipment at the Customer Premises while maintaining secure separation of Service Provider network management and customer data traffic.

The GX/X features Port VLAN, which allows complete control of traffic flow between both fiber ports and chassis backplane ports on a module and Port Access Control, which facilitates enabling and disabling of individual ports. The GX/X also supports reporting of MIB statistics. Statistics are available for 32 variables per port, reporting a wide range of real-time packet statistics to provide performance and operational monitoring.

iConverter GX/X models are available with multimode, single-mode, and single-fiber options. They support SC, MT-RJ, and LC 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 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.

iConverter GX/X modules are hot-swappable and can be mounted in a 19-Module (2U high) or 5-Module (1U high) rack-mountable chassis (19-inch or 23-inch) with any combination of redundant AC, 24VDC or 48VDC power supplies. They can also be mounted in a 2-Module AC or 18 to 60VDC powered chassis, or in a 1-Module AC/DC powered chassis.

Specifications

 
For wide temperature (-40 to 60º C), add a "W" to the end of the model number.
Consult factory for extended temperature (-40 to +75º C) models.
When using single-fiber (SF) media converter models, the Tx wavelength on one end has to match the Rx wavelength on the other.
*A minimum of 3dB of attenuation is required for these models.
¹ 62.5/125μm, 100/140μm multimode fiber up to 220m. 50/125μm multimode fiber up to 550m. Refer to the fiber cable manufacturer for multimode distance specifications.
The GX/X cannot be installed in the 1-Slot chassis (Models 8240 and 8241) because of power and heat constraints

Chassis and Mounting Options Ordering Table

 
When ordering a Wide Temperature chassis, add a W to the end of the part number. For example:8230-1W
Consult factory for extended temperature (-40 to +75º C) models.
* Click on part number for complete ordering information on the 1-Slot Redundant Power Chassis with Power over Ethernet

iConverter GX/X (Data Sheet)

iConverter GX/X (User Manual)