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What is the difference between Multi-mode and Single mode Fiber?
Multi-mode:
Uses larger diameters allowing for high bandwidth over medium distances. Because of the multiple light
paths or signals there is a higher chance of distortion or overlap of light signals over longer distances.
Device-to-Matrix routing distance of 1,400 feet in multi-mode, 2,800 feet from device to device.
OM3 & OM4 Cables:
Laser Optimized Multimode Cables, Color is normally Aqua, Core size 50um, Data rate 10GB @ 850nm
OM3, up to 300 meters (984 feet)
OM4, up to 500 meters (1640 feet)
Single-mode:
Uses a narrower diameter that virtually eliminates distortion or signal overlap because there is only 1 sig-
nal. This provides the least signal attenuation and provides transmission over much longer distances
than Multi-mode. Device-to-Matrix routing distance of 15 miles in single-mode, 30 miles from device to
device.
Transmitters and Receivers are not included with the FXCORE MX88 fiber optic matrix switch.
They must be ordered separately.
ORDERING INFO:
FDX-3000-MX
Multimode Fiber Extender Up to 1400ft. DVI-D, Stereo Audio, USB 1.1, RS-232,
Includes: [FDX-TX3000-MX, FDX-RX3000-MX, 2 X (PS5VD4A)]
FDX-3500-MX
Singlemode Fiber Extender Up to 15km DVI-D, Stereo Audio, USB 1.1, RS-232,
Includes: [FDX-TX3500-MX, FDX-RX3500-MX, 2 X (PS5VD4A)]
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FDX-TX3000-MX
FDX-RX3000-MX
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