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Black Box LMC210A Ethernet (10-MBPS) Media Converter
Overview
The Black Box LMC210A is a dedicated media converter designed to interface legacy 10-MBPS Thinnet (coaxial) Ethernet segments with 10-MBPS Ethernet networks. This device is critical for integrating older surveillance systems, industrial control equipment, or other network devices that still utilize Thinnet cabling into modern Ethernet infrastructure without requiring a full cable overhaul. It operates at a fixed 10-MBPS speed, ensuring compatibility with the slowest link in the chain.
Compatibility
This converter is specifically designed to bridge 10-MBPS Thinnet (RG-58 coaxial) networks to 10-MBPS Ethernet (RJ-45) networks. It is compatible with any network device that uses a Thinnet interface and requires a 10-MBPS connection. This includes older IP cameras, DVRs, or network switches that may not have been upgraded to faster Ethernet standards. It is not compatible with 100-MBPS or Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure.
Installation Notes
Installation requires connecting a Thinnet coaxial cable (with BNC connectors) to the converter's Thinnet port and an Ethernet cable (RJ-45) to the converter's Ethernet port. Ensure the Thinnet segment has proper termination (100-ohm terminators at each end of the coaxial run). The converter itself does not require software configuration and is plug-and-play. It requires an external power supply, which is typically sold separately or may be included with specific bundles.
What's in the Box
- 1x LMC210A Media Converter
Black Box Ethernet (10-MBPS) Media Converter - 10-MBPS - LMC210A
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