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Silver 1 RU rack unit with two Cat5e ports and OpticalCON Quad connectors

WHIRLWIND SOLUTIONS

WHIRLWIND SOLUTIONS MCM1004 1 RU 2x Cat5e to OpticalCON Quad Multimode Media Converter

SKU CH-V4M4-6JBQ1

Converts multimode fibre to Cat5e Gigabit Ethernet in a 1 RU rack unit with dual OpticalCON Quad ports

  • Converts fibre to copper for reliable signal paths
  • 1 RU height fits tight rack spaces
  • Two Cat5e ports link to OpticalCON Quad
  • AC power with LED status shows link health
  • Rugged build keeps critical systems running longer

Professional media converter

The Whirlwind Solutions MCM1004 is a 1 RU rackmount unit designed for broadcast and live-event engineers who need to bridge multimode fibre and copper Ethernet in a single rack space. It converts Gigabit fibre signals to Cat5e RJ45 connections using OpticalCON Quad and Cat5e interfaces.

Sustained signal integrity

AC power and onboard status LEDs provide continuous monitoring of link health during long shows or installations. The quad multimode design maintains stable Gigabit throughput over extended cable runs without the signal degradation common in unpowered extenders.

Straightforward rack integration

The 1 RU chassis mounts directly into standard racks using the included hardware, and the front-panel LEDs confirm each channel instantly. Installers should verify fibre polarity and connector cleanliness before powering up, as contaminated ferrules are the most common cause of link failure.

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Questions about this item

Does the MCM1004 run silently or does it need active cooling for all-day operation?

The unit is AC powered and uses passive cooling with no fan, so it operates silently in a 1 RU rack space.

What cables and patch panels must I already have to connect the MCM1004 into my rack?

You need multimode fibre patch cables with OpticalCON Quad connectors and standard Cat5e RJ45 patch leads for the copper side.

Will the MCM1004 link correctly with older 100 Mbps switches I still use?

The converter handles Gigabit Ethernet on both fibre and copper ports; it will negotiate down to 100 Mbps if the connected switch only supports that speed.

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