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Gigabit Media Converter Switch
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Applications for LBH2001A Series Converter Switches
Enriched with the two tier hardness rating flavors (“Hardened” and “Extreme
rated (outdoor)”), the multifunctional, multi-media and multi-environmental, LBH2001A
Series Converter Switches fit very well in almost any environment enabling users to
scale their networks quickly and cost effectively. The edge-of-the-network connectivity
solutions offered by LBH2001A Converter Switches are focused on providing easier,
more economical and ultra-reliable industrial application products. The compactly
designed LBH2001A Series act as very useful tools in the modern life of fast expanding
network requirements. The Triple-Speed and Dual-media functions support a mixed
environment of 10 Mbps, 100Mbps and 1000Mbps users with copper and fiber media.
The up-link choice of 10, 100 or 1000Mb fiber on Port# 1 enables easy expansion for the
on-going demand of Ethernet networks. The 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiating copper
ports together with the 10, 100 or 1000Mbps fiber port choices and the availability the
industry standard fiber connectors, enable easy interfacing with existing cable plant and
equipment.