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Media Converter Rack for High-Density Centralized Fiber Network Conversion
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| Model | CL-R14 Series | CL-R16 Series |
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| SPEC | SLOT:14 AC 85~265V or DC 36~72V; 0~70 ºC; 19''2U; Single or dual power input; Metal case. | SLOT:16 AC 220V or DC 48V; 0~70 ºC; 19''2U; Single or dual power input; Metal case. |
The C-LIGHT Media Converter Rack is a 19-inch 2U rack-mounted platform designed for centralized installation and management of multiple fiber media converter modules. It supports high-density fiber-to-copper Ethernet conversion, including 100/1000Base-T to SFP or SFP+ applications, together with 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation. The modular chassis supports single or dual power input, hot-swappable components, redundant power options, intelligent cooling, LED status indication, and optional SNMP monitoring, making it suitable for data centers, telecom rooms, and industrial network environments.
Key Features
High-Density 19-Inch Rack Design
The 2U rack chassis provides a centralized platform for installing multiple media converter modules in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
14-Slot and 16-Slot Options
The product family includes CL-R14 Series with 14 slots and CL-R16 Series with 16 slots for different media converter density requirements.
Modular Architecture
The modular chassis allows multiple media converter modules to be installed in one centralized enclosure, simplifying rack organization and maintenance.
Hot-Swappable Components
Hot-swappable module support allows compatible media converters to be replaced or maintained without requiring the entire rack platform to be removed from service.
Single or Dual Power Input
Both rack series support single or dual power input configurations to provide flexible power architecture for centralized media converter installations.
Intelligent Cooling
The rack platform incorporates intelligent cooling to support stable operation of multiple installed media converter modules.
Product Specifications
Product Series
CL-R14 Series and CL-R16 Series
Rack Capacity
14 slots for CL-R14 or 16 slots for CL-R16
Rack Size
19-inch, 2U
Power Input - CL-R14
AC 85~265V or DC 36~72V
Power Input - CL-R16
AC 220V or DC 48V
Power Configuration
Single or dual power input
Operating Temperature
0°C to 70°C
Housing
Metal case
Network Applications
Fiber-to-copper Ethernet conversion, including 100/1000Base-T to SFP/SFP+ applications
Ethernet Rate Support
10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation on compatible media converter modules
Rack Model Options
CL-R14 Series
The CL-R14 Series provides 14 installation slots in a 19-inch 2U metal chassis. It supports AC 85~265V or DC 36~72V power input, 0°C to 70°C operation, and single or dual power configurations.
CL-R16 Series
The CL-R16 Series provides 16 installation slots in a 19-inch 2U metal chassis. It supports AC 220V or DC 48V power input, 0°C to 70°C operation, and single or dual power configurations.
14-Slot High-Density Platform
The 14-slot design is suitable for centralized deployment where a balance between converter density and rack space is required.
16-Slot High-Density Platform
The 16-slot design provides additional module capacity within the same 2U rack height for higher-density media conversion installations.
Media Converter Integration
Fiber-to-Copper Conversion
The rack accommodates compatible media converter modules for converting optical fiber signals to copper Ethernet and extending network connectivity.
SFP and SFP+ Connectivity
Compatible modules can provide fiber connectivity through SFP or SFP+ interfaces for different optical network requirements.
100/1000Base-T Integration
The platform supports media conversion applications connecting 100/1000Base-T copper Ethernet to optical interfaces.
10/100/1000Mbps Networking
Compatible media converter modules support automatic negotiation across 10Mbps, 100Mbps, and 1000Mbps Ethernet rates.
Centralized Network Management
Centralized Installation
Multiple media converter modules can be consolidated into one rack chassis, reducing scattered standalone converter installations.
LED Status Indication
LED indicators provide convenient visual status information for monitoring installed media converter modules and rack operation.
Optional SNMP Monitoring
Optional SNMP support provides a centralized monitoring method for compatible network management and media conversion applications.
Network Segmentation
The centralized media conversion architecture can support network segmentation and heterogeneous copper-fiber network integration.
Reliability and Maintenance
Redundant Power Options
Single or dual power input configurations allow the power architecture to be selected according to network availability requirements.
Hot-Swappable Modules
Compatible hot-swappable modules simplify maintenance and replacement without requiring the entire rack chassis to be taken apart.
Intelligent Cooling
Intelligent thermal management helps maintain suitable operating conditions when multiple media converter modules are installed in the chassis.
Metal Enclosure
The metal chassis provides a durable enclosure for centralized rack-mounted media conversion equipment.
Wide Commercial Temperature Range
The CL-R14 and CL-R16 series support operation from 0°C to 70°C for controlled equipment-room and telecom environments.
Rack-Based Maintenance
The 19-inch 2U architecture simplifies centralized access to installed media converter modules during network maintenance.
Applications
Data Centers
Provides centralized rack space for multiple fiber media converter modules used in copper-to-fiber and fiber network connections.
Telecom Rooms
The high-density 2U rack platform consolidates media conversion equipment in telecommunications and network distribution rooms.
Enterprise Networks
Supports centralized deployment of media converters for connecting copper Ethernet infrastructure with optical fiber networks.
Industrial Networks
The modular rack architecture provides a centralized installation method for compatible industrial fiber media conversion equipment.
Long-Distance Fiber Networks
Supports network architectures where media converter modules are used to extend Ethernet connectivity over long-distance optical fiber.
Heterogeneous Network Integration
The platform supports centralized integration of copper and fiber network segments using compatible media converter modules.
Why Choose the Media Converter Rack
The C-LIGHT Media Converter Rack provides a centralized, scalable platform for high-density media converter deployment in standard 19-inch equipment racks. With 14-slot and 16-slot options, 2U rack construction, single or dual power inputs, hot-swappable module support, intelligent cooling, and compatibility with fiber-to-copper conversion architectures, it simplifies the installation, maintenance, and expansion of multi-module network conversion systems.
FAQ
Q1. What is a Media Converter Rack?
A Media Converter Rack is a centralized rack-mounted chassis used to install and manage multiple fiber media converter modules within a standard equipment rack.
Q2. How many media converter modules can it accommodate?
The CL-R14 Series provides 14 slots, while the CL-R16 Series provides 16 slots.
Q3. What rack size is supported?
Both product series use a standard 19-inch 2U rack-mounted chassis.
Q4. Does the rack support redundant power?
Yes. Both the CL-R14 and CL-R16 series support single or dual power input configurations.
Q5. What are the power input options?
The CL-R14 supports AC 85~265V or DC 36~72V, while the CL-R16 supports AC 220V or DC 48V.
Media Converter Rack
Designed for centralized high-density media conversion, the C-LIGHT Media Converter Rack provides 14-slot or 16-slot capacity, standard 19-inch 2U rack installation, single or dual power input, hot-swappable modules, intelligent cooling, and flexible copper-fiber network integration.
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