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Perle CM-100MM-S1ST20U converter module, compact metal casing

Perle

Perle CM-100MM-S1ST20U 100Base-BX 100Base-FX converter module

SKU CH-G95E-7WXRX

Managed fibre-to-fibre converter module supporting 100Base-BX and 100Base-FX links

  • FeatureNetwork Technology:100Base-BX Network Technology:100Base-FX
  • Fast Ethernet over fibre with 100Base-BX support
  • Extends links up to 20 km using 100Base-FX
  • Managed module enables remote configuration and monitoring
  • Hot-swappable design simplifies installation and maintenance
  • New condition ensures reliable performance from day one

Network Transceiver for Fiber Conversion

The Perle CM-100MM-S1ST20U is a managed converter module designed for network engineers who need to connect 100Base-BX and 100Base-FX fiber segments. It fits into compatible Perle chassis to extend Fast Ethernet links across different single-mode or multi-mode fiber types without replacing existing switches.

Managed Operation Changes Monitoring

The managed feature adds SNMP and remote configuration so administrators can track link status, adjust settings, and troubleshoot from a central console. This removes the need for physical access to each module when diagnosing fiber faults or reconfiguring wavelength assignments.

Installation Requires Compatible Chassis

The module slides into a Perle Media Converter shelf and is hot-swappable, so no tools or power cycling are needed. Problems usually arise when the chassis firmware is outdated or when the opposite end uses a non-matching 100Base-BX wavelength, causing the link to stay down.

Highlights

  • Fast Ethernet over fibre with 100Base-BX support
  • Extends links up to 20 km using 100Base-FX
  • Managed module enables remote configuration and monitoring
  • Hot-swappable design simplifies installation and maintenance
  • New condition ensures reliable performance from day one

Specifications

BrandPerle
ModelCM-100MM-S1ST20U
FeatureNetwork Technology:100Base-BX
Network Technology:100Base-FX

Questions about this item

Does the 100Base-BX module require any scheduled maintenance or component replacement over its service life?

The CM-100MM-S1ST20U is a passive fiber-to-fiber converter with no moving parts or user-serviceable components, so no scheduled maintenance or replacement is needed.

What is the first throughput limit reached when the managed converter operates continuously at 100 Mb/s?

The 100Base-FX and 100Base-BX interfaces cap sustained throughput at 100 Mb/s, so the link speed itself is the limiting factor under full load.

How much heat does the managed fiber converter produce when running all day at 100 Mb/s?

With no fan and a low-power 100 Mb/s transceiver design, heat output remains minimal during continuous operation.

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