Black Box FlexPoint LMC1017A-MMSC Transceiver/Media Converter

The Black Box FlexPoint LMC1017A-MMSC is a Gigabit Ethernet media converter that connects 10/100/1000Base-T copper Ethernet to 1000Base-SX fiber, making it suitable for network teams extending a LAN over fiber.

Recommended For

• Network technicians extending a 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet connection over existing 850-nm multimode fiber with SC connectors, for links up to 550 m.
• IT teams adding a fiber connection to an Ethernet device without installing a fiber network card; Black Box positions this converter for bringing fiber to the desktop.
• Facilities or network teams needing a compact copper-to-fiber link that can run standalone now and be installed in a compatible FlexPoint chassis as the network grows.
• Technicians setting up a straightforward Ethernet-to-fiber extension for a non-critical or temporary endpoint where a small standalone converter is suitable.

Real-World Use Scenarios

• A network team needs to connect a copper Ethernet switch to an existing multimode-fiber link between buildings or network closets. The converter bridges the switch’s RJ-45 connection to the fiber run, extending the LAN without replacing the switch, provided the fiber type, connectors, and link length are compatible.
• An organization wants to add fiber connectivity to a desktop or workstation that has an Ethernet port but no fiber NIC. The converter connects the computer’s copper Ethernet port to a compatible multimode-fiber link, without requiring a fiber network card or its drivers.
• A business is gradually moving its network from copper cabling to fiber but wants to keep existing RJ-45 switches in service. Using the converter at a compatible fiber connection lets those switches join the fiber segment while the broader equipment migration happens over time.
• A network team is adding several copper-to-fiber links near a switch rack. The converters can be installed as standalone units or in a compatible FlexPoint chassis, making it possible to consolidate multiple conversions instead of placing every unit separately.
• A site has fiber cabling to a remote work area but needs to connect a nearby switch or other Ethernet device that only has an RJ-45 port. The converter provides the copper-to-fiber handoff; the remote fiber connection must use compatible multimode equipment and SC cabling.

Spec Summary