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Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP2PWP
Altronix NETWAYSP2PWP 2-Port Fiber Media Converter
2-port fiber converter with 30W PoE for extended network runs
- Converts copper-to-fiber signals while injecting up to 30W PoE power
- 230VAC input, NEMA 4 enclosure rated for harsh outdoor environments
- UL Listed and CE certified for regulatory compliance
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Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP2PWPN
Altronix NETWAYSP2PWPN 2-Port Fiber Media Converter
2-port fiber converter with 30W PoE for outdoor surveillance
- 2-port fiber media converter with integrated PoE injector
- 30W PoE output for cameras and access points
- NEMA 4 rating for harsh outdoor installations
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SKU: NETWAYSP41BTB
Altronix NETWAYSP41BTB 4-Port Fiber Media Converter
4-port fiber media converter with integrated battery backup for extended network reach
- Four copper Ethernet ports plus two SFP fiber ports for hybrid copper/fiber deployments
- Integrated battery backup maintains network continuity during power loss events
- Fiber connectivity spans up to 2 km single-mode or 550 m multi-mode depending on SFP module
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Altronix
SKU: NETWAYSP4BTB
Altronix NETWAYSP4BTB 4-Port Fiber Media Converter PoE
4-port PoE switch with dual SFP fiber for extended network reach
- 4 copper ports deliver PoE power + data to all connected devices
- Dual SFP fiber connectors extend distances beyond standard Ethernet limits
- Integrated battery backup maintains operation during AC power loss
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SKU: NETWAYSP8A
Altronix NETWAYSP8A 8-Port Fiber Media Converter
8-port fiber media converter, 1U rack mount, extends distance beyond copper
- 8-port fiber media converter in 1U rack form factor
- Copper-to-fiber conversion for extended cable runs
- EMI/RFI immunity vs copper across industrial sites
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Axis
SKU: 03534-001
Axis 03534-001 Network Media Converter Switch
- Network media converter switch for mixed copper and fiber networks
- Wall-mount IP30 housing for IT closet and equipment rack placement
- 0.92 kg lightweight unit with 3-year warranty included
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Axis
SKU: 5505-351
Axis 5505-351 Media Converter Cabinet
Stainless steel outdoor cabinet with IP66 sealing and IK10 impact rated
- IP66 dust-tight, high-pressure water jet resistant enclosure for rain and spray
- IK10 impact rated to withstand 20 joules mechanical shock and vandalism
- Integrated 12 VDC DIN power supply and surge protection, wall or pole mount ready
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Axis
SKU: 5505-361
Axis T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-361
Pre-assembled cabinet with integrated media converter for Axis systems
- Integrated Axis T8604 media converter with 12 VDC DIN power supply
- Circuit breaker and surge protection safeguard connected equipment
- Factory-tested wiring and mounts reduce on-site assembly time
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Axis
SKU: 5505-371
Axis T98A17-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-371
IP66/IK10 stainless cabinet with integrated media converter and surge protection
- Pre-assembled with T8604 converter, 12 VDC DIN PSU, and internal cabling ready to deploy
- NEMA 4X stainless steel resists corrosion in coastal and harsh-climate outdoor sites
- Built-in breaker and surge protection safeguard networked Axis camera systems from electrical faults
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SKU: 5505-381
Axis T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet - 5505-381
IP66/IK10 outdoor cabinet with integrated media converter for Axis networks
- Pre-assembled enclosure ships ready to deploy with no setup required
- IP66 dust/water sealing plus IK10 vandal resistance for harsh environments
- 12 VDC DIN power supply with surge and breaker protection built in
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Code Blue
SKU: SLNP0032
Code Blue SLNP0032 Etherwan Hardened SFP Media Converter
- Hardened construction handles wide temperature swings in demanding field deployments.
- Standard SFP module compatibility integrates into existing fiber network infrastructure.
- Fiber-to-copper conversion extends network reach and provides segment isolation.
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Code Blue
SKU: SLNP0034
Code Blue SLNP0034 Etherwan SFP Media Converter Kit
Fiber-to-copper converter kit with PoE for outdoor security deployments
- IP68 rating supports indoor and outdoor installations in harsh environments
- SFP interface accepts standard optical modules for flexible fiber connectivity
- PoE (802.3af) power delivery integrates with existing Ethernet networks
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Comnet
SKU: PS24AC12DC
ComNet PS24AC12DC 11-Port Unmanaged Media Converter
11-port Gigabit media converter, DIN rail mount, zero config
- 11 Gigabit ports support multi-device deployments without additional switching hardware.
- DIN rail mount fits standard 35 mm rails in control panels, racks, and field enclosures.
- Unmanaged plug-and-play design eliminates configuration overhead; backed by lifetime warranty.
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Comnet
SKU: RJ45BK
ComNet RJ45BK Media Converter DIN Rail 2.5G
Industrial copper-to-fiber converter, 2.5G speed, DIN rail mount
- Converts copper RJ45 to fiber at 2.5G, supporting bandwidth-intensive surveillance backbones.
- DIN rail mount integrates directly into industrial enclosures without additional hardware.
- Industrial temperature rating ensures reliable operation in harsh outdoor and edge deployments.
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Comnet
SKU: RLMCSFPPOEHO
ComNet RLMCSFPPOEHO 11-Port Gigabit DIN Rail Switch
11-port gigabit DIN rail switch for industrial field deployment
- All 11 ports run at 1000 Mbps, supporting high-throughput edge deployments.
- PoE++ (802.3bt) with 60 W budget powers demanding devices from a single switch.
- 35 mm DIN rail mount and industrial-grade rating simplify harsh-environment installs.
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Comnet
SKU: SFP-3
Comnet SFP-3 Gigabit Ethernet Media Converter with PoE
Gigabit copper-to-fiber converter with 30W PoE for industrial edge
- Delivers 30W PoE+ across 4 x GbE copper ports to power cameras and APs.
- Two DIP-selectable SFP slots support 100 or 1000 Mbps single-mode fiber links.
- TAA/NDAA-compliant, Made in USA construction with a lifetime warranty.
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Media Converters
Media converters enable fiber-to-Ethernet and Ethernet-to-fiber network connectivity for long-distance commercial deployments. These devices extend infrastructure reach while maintaining reliable data transmission for cameras, access control, and edge systems.
Plan Your Deployment
- Fiber type (single-mode vs multi-mode) and distance requirements
- SFP module compatibility and port configuration
- Bandwidth and throughput planning
- PoE pass-through requirements if applicable
- Installation environment and enclosure protection
Media Converters — Engineering-Grade Network Infrastructure for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 190 working models of media converters sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.
What to Look For
Port count and PoE budget come first. An 8-camera install needs at least 9 ports (cameras + uplink), with PoE budget covering the sum of per-camera PoE class. Account for uplink speed: 1 Gbps uplinks bottleneck under heavy video load on switches with 8+ high-resolution cameras. SFP+ or 10 Gbps uplinks remove that bottleneck on growing sites.
Managed versus unmanaged switches affect troubleshooting and VLAN segmentation. Managed switches (HPE Aruba, Cisco, Netgear ProSAFE M-series) support VLANs, link-aggregation, port mirroring, and SNMP monitoring — essential for any deployment over 16 cameras or with mixed traffic. Unmanaged switches work for small isolated camera networks but limit growth and troubleshooting visibility.
Layer 3 capability (routing, VLAN inter-VLAN routing) becomes important when surveillance, access control, and corporate traffic share the same physical network. Surveillance VLAN isolation is now standard practice — segregate camera traffic from corporate Wi-Fi and guest networks to prevent broadcast storms and lateral attack paths. Confirm the switch supports the VLAN count and ACL complexity you need.
Outdoor/industrial deployments need ruggedized switches. ComNet, Antaira, and Moxa make hardened switches rated for -40°C to +75°C, vibration, and waterproof housings. DIN-rail mounting fits standard outdoor enclosures. Standard data-closet switches in outdoor enclosures fail within 1-2 years from condensation and temperature swings; spec the right environment rating up front.
Key Specs in This Category
| Spec | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Thermal |
| Connectivity | Wired, 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| Power | AC/DC, PoE+ |
| Channels | 1 |
| Type | Switch, Media Converter, Accessory, PoE Extender, Blank Face Plate, Management module, 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Interface, Cable |
| Durability | Indoor, Outdoor |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between managed and unmanaged PoE switches?
Unmanaged switches power-on and forward traffic without configuration — simplest deployment but no VLAN, no monitoring, no troubleshooting visibility. Managed switches add VLANs, link-aggregation, port mirroring, SNMP, and remote-management interfaces. For deployments above 16 cameras or those sharing infrastructure with other systems, managed is the right choice; the per-port cost is modest and the operational benefit is large.
How much PoE budget should I size for?
Sum the PoE-class budget of all PoE-powered devices, then add 20-30% headroom for growth. Eight 802.3at cameras at 30W max each is 240W minimum — but a 130W-budget 8-port PoE+ switch can't deliver that. Confirm both per-port budget and total PoE budget; many entry-level switches advertise PoE+ ports but cap aggregate budget at half the per-port maximum.
Do I need 10 Gbps uplinks?
For installations under 32 cameras with mid-resolution streams, 1 Gbps uplinks suffice. Above that, or when you need fast investigative playback for many simultaneous reviewers, 10 Gbps (SFP+) uplinks remove the choke point. NVRs writing to NAS over the network also benefit. SFP+ has become reasonably affordable on managed switches; opt for it on new installs over 16 cameras.
Can I run VoIP and video on the same switch?
Yes — modern managed switches use VLAN segregation to keep VoIP, video, and data traffic separated even on shared physical ports. Use QoS (Quality of Service) to prioritize VoIP for low latency and assign video its own queue. Avoid mixing untagged traffic types on a single switch port without VLAN configuration; broadcast storms and bandwidth competition cause both voice and video quality issues.
What's the right uplink between buildings on a campus?
Single-mode fiber for runs over 100 m, multi-mode for shorter runs (typically up to 550 m on OM3, 300 m on OM4 at 10 Gbps). Bidirectional SFPs (single fiber instead of pair) save fiber count when the run is already deployed. Avoid copper between buildings — ground-potential differences during lightning strikes destroy switch SFP modules even when surge-protected.
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