The Alloy FCR200SC.20 media converter belongs to the FCR200 Series of Fast Ethernet Media Converters and offers versatile installation options. You can use it as a standalone device or install it in an Alloy DCR12 Series 12-slot Media Converter Chassis.

The Alloy FCR200SC.20 media converter is equipped with dual 100Base-TX auto-sensing 10/100Mbps RJ-45 and 100Base-FX SC terminated single-mode ports utilising the 1300nm wavelength (1550nm models also available). It is capable of supporting fiber cable connections of up to 20 km. Thus making it an excellent choice for extending network connectivity over long distances. The Alloy FCR200SC.20 is an ideal solution for UTP/STP copper to Fast Ethernet single-mode fiber media conversion tasks.

The FCR200 Series Converters have a feature called Link Fault Passthrough (LFP) that allows them to monitor both fiber and copper RX ports for signal loss. In the event of signal loss on one port, the Converter will automatically disable the TX signal to the other port, indicating the link fault status. This feature is available in both Far-end-Fault (FEF) and Forced Modes (FM).

FEF mode stops the transmission of link pulse to the LFP-capable Converter on the other end of the cable, thus preventing the loss of data transmitted over an invalid link. Combining FM and FEF LFP functions enhances troubleshooting and network security capabilities, as the end devices and the managed switch connected to the FCR200 Series Converter can be notified of a loss of fiber link and can take appropriate actions.