Introduction; Key Features - KTI Networks KC-300D Series Installation Manual

1. Introduction

The 10/100BASE-TX to 100BASE-FX media converter series provides a
media conversion allowing high-speed integration of fiber optic and twisted-
pair segments. With 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX support, the converters
provide seamless translation between Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks.
A complete set of LEDs allows for quick status verification.

1.1 Key Features

The media converters also provide the following key features:
• Convert speed and media type
• Support full wire speed conversion
• Support 10Mbps and 100Mbps speed on TP connections
• Auto MDI/MDI-X detection function on the TP port
• Auto-negotiation function on the TP port
• Link fault pass through function
• Provide manual configuration settings for TP port to support
connection to non-auto-negotiation devices
• Transparent to 802.1Q VLAN tagged packets
• Far End Fault function on FX port
• Support wide range of fiber options on the FX port
• Support media converter center chassis installation
• Support center chassis management
• Provide user-inaccessible settings for specific system applications
• Low power consumption
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