The Alloy GCR2000SFP is a versatile Gigabit Ethernet media converter designed for both standalone use and integration into the Alloy DCR12 Series 12-slot Media Converter Chassis. It features one RJ-45 Ethernet port compliant with IEEE 802.3ab standards and one SFP (mini-GBIC) slot that accepts any standards-based mini-GBIC transceiver module, enabling flexible copper to fiber conversion.

Key benefits include support for multimode, singlemode, and WDM fiber applications via compatible mini-GBIC/SFP transceivers, with fiber link distances up to 120 kilometers depending on the module used. The RJ-45 port supports 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet over UTP/STP cables up to 100 meters.

This robust media converter comes in a compact, all-metal case suitable for rackmount or standalone deployment. It offers hot-swap slide-in installation when used with the DCR12 chassis, front LED status indicators for easy monitoring, and rear DIP switches to configure Link Fault PassThrough (LFP) and Jumbo frame modes.

Power can be supplied via an external plugpack or through USB connection when operating standalone, adding flexibility in deployment.

Ideal for: network environments requiring reliable Gigabit Ethernet copper-to-fiber media conversion with flexible deployment options and extended fiber reach.

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Features

• Dual-purpose standalone or chassis-mounted operation
• 1x IEEE 802.3ab compliant RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T port
• 1x SFP slot accepts any standards-based mini-GBIC module
• Supports multimode, singlemode, and WDM fiber via appropriate modules
• Fiber range support up to 120 km (module dependent)
• Link Fault Passthrough in both Far-end-Fault and Forced Modes
• Compact and rugged all-metal housing
• Slide-in hot-swap capable in Alloy DCR12 chassis
• External plugpack or USB-powered (standalone)
• Rear DIP switches for LFP and Jumbo frame configuration

Technical Compliance

• IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet standard


• Auto-sensing and auto MDI/MDIX for copper port

Use Cases

• Extending Gigabit Ethernet networks over fiber


• Connecting copper Ethernet devices to fiber networks


• Fiber media conversion in enterprise and industrial settings