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Perle CM-1000MM-M2ST2 Fiber Media Converter Mount
A mounting solution for managed Gigabit fiber-to-fiber converter modules supporting 850 nm multimode and 1310 nm extended multimode links
- TypeData & Communication
- Managed fiber conversion between 850 nm multimode and 1310 nm extended multimode links
- 550 m reach on 1000BASE-SX multimode segment with ST connectors
- 6562 ft reach on 1000BASE-LX extended multimode segment with ST connectors
- Operates managed or unmanaged for flexible network deployment
- Gigabit fiber-to-fiber media converter module in compact form factor
Perle Gigabit Fiber Media Converter Module
The Perle CM-1000MM-M2ST2 converts 1000BASE-SX multimode signals at 850 nm to 1000BASE-LX extended multimode signals at 1310 nm. Both interfaces use ST connectors for straightforward patching. It supports managed or unmanaged operation depending on network requirements. Network administrators deploying campus or metro links will find the dual-wavelength design simplifies mixed-fiber environments.
Thermals noise and power draw in normal use
The module operates passively within a managed chassis so it adds no audible fans and draws minimal power from the backplane. Heat dissipation is handled by the host enclosure airflow rather than a dedicated cooler. Typical deployment sees stable temperatures without additional cooling measures. Installers can place multiple units side by side without thermal stacking concerns.
Managed or unmanaged operation and distance reach
Managed mode enables remote configuration, monitoring and firmware updates through the chassis management interface. Unmanaged mode provides plug-and-play conversion for simple link extension. The SX segment reaches 550 m or 1804 ft while the LX segment extends to 2 km or 6562 ft. This flexibility lets engineers match the converter to existing cable plant without recabling.
Highlights
- Managed fiber conversion between 850 nm multimode and 1310 nm extended multimode links
- 550 m reach on 1000BASE-SX multimode segment with ST connectors
- 6562 ft reach on 1000BASE-LX extended multimode segment with ST connectors
- Operates managed or unmanaged for flexible network deployment
- Gigabit fiber-to-fiber media converter module in compact form factor
Specifications
| Brand | PERLE SYSTEMS |
|---|---|
| Type | Data & Communication |
Questions about this item
How is the CM-1000MM-M2ST2 module installed into the chassis?
Slide the module into an available bay until the latch clicks, then secure the retention screw; the step often missed is tightening that screw, which ensures electrical contact for managed operation.
What maintenance or replacement will the CM-1000MM-M2ST2 need over time?
The ST connectors and 850 nm / 1310 nm optics should be cleaned with a fibre scope and lint-free wipes whenever links are re-patched; no internal components are user-serviceable.
What distance limit appears first on the 1000BASE-SX 850 nm multimode link?
The 1000BASE-SX side reaches 550 m or 1804 ft, which is shorter than the 2 km / 6562 ft extended multimode side, so that limit governs the overall link.
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