Fibre-optic connectivity may be required in networks due to several reasons, distance being the most popular, as the copper connectivity is limited by the standard to a network span of 205m only. Using external multiple-channel media converters in conjunction with UTP hubs or switches has proven to be the most flexible and cost effective method, cheaper by far compared to using switches with integrated fibre-optic ports. This 19" Rack-Mountable device implements innovative Media Conversion technologies providing an unconditioned network extension over m/m fibre of up to 3500m (11500ft), in any network architecture (even when such includes repeaters). The device is fully transparent and automatically adapts to conversion of Half and Full-Duplex transmissions. The device is SNMP ready; it is supplied with the management interface included in it. All you need to turn it into a fully managed device is to plug-in the optional FNM1612 management module. This can be done in the field, even without removing the CTF6/12M from the rack. Special attention was given to allow easy installation and maintenance: redundant powersupply, directly removable (hot-swap) powersupply, extensive front-panel diagnostics and more. | 
