FEATURES
• Switch between two fiber optic links
while providing complete separation
between them.
• Full compliance with optical standards
for Fast Ethernet, FDDI, and ATM.
• Integral fiber transceivers support
distances of 2000 meters over 1300-nm
multimode fiber.
• Ideal for switching to backup
network connections.
• Choose from duplex ST or duplex
SC connectors.
OVERVIEW
Sometimes you need a simple solution. The 2-to-1 Fiber
Switch operates just like a simple manual AB switch—just turn
the rotary knob to switch from one line to the other.
What makes this switch special is that it supports
multimode fiber optic connections—even high-speed fiber
connections such as Fast Ethernet, FDDI, and 100-Mbps ATM.
This means you can use it for network applications, including:
• Physically isolating network segments.
• Manually switching to backup resources or rerouting
traffic when a network segment goes down.
• Using it to enable a single PC to access both a public
and a private network. Because the networks are kept
separate from each other, the private network stays
private.
The 2-to-1 Fiber Switch has integrated fiber transceivers,
so you can also use it as a repeater to add up to 2000 meters
(6561.6 ft.) to your network.
LEDs provide visual confirmation of network segment
connection.
TECH SPECS
Speeds Supported — 10-/100-Mbps Ethernet;
100-Mbps FDDI;
100-Mbps ATM
Interface — 1300-nm duplex multimode fiber optic cable
Connectors — SW459A-SC: (3) pairs of SC;
SW459A-ST: (3) pairs of ST®
Indicators — LEDs: (1) Power, (2) showing selected fiber segment A or B
Operating Environment — Temperature: 32 to 158°F (0 to 70°C);
Humidity: Up to 95% noncondensing
Power — 100–240-VAC, 47–63-Hz external power supply
Size — 2.3"H x 6.5"W x 5"D (5.8 x 16.5 x 12.7 cm)
Weight — 1.3 lb. (0.6 kg)
Item Code
2-to-1 Fiber Switch
SC SW459A-SC
ST SW459A-ST
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