Black Box LMC1017A-SFP Transceiver/Media Converter - FlexPoint 1 x Network (RJ 45) 10/100/1000Base T, 100/1000Base X 0.55 km 1 x Expansion Slots SFP 1 x SFP Slots Wall Mountable, Rack mountable, Rail mountable TAA Compliant

Flexible Fiber Connectivity with SFP Media Conversion

Extend Ethernet networks with greater flexibility using the Black Box FlexPoint™ Gigabit Ethernet Media Converter with an SFP fiber interface. Designed for evolving network environments, this converter seamlessly connects 10/100/1000BASE-T copper devices to 100BASE-FX or 1000BASE-X fiber by simply selecting the SFP transceiver that best fits your application.

Unlike fixed-fiber media converters, the open SFP slot lets you choose multimode or single-mode fiber, connector types, wavelengths, and transmission distances to match changing network requirements. This flexibility reduces inventory, simplifies upgrades, and protects your investment as network infrastructure evolves.

Auto-negotiating copper ports automatically detect 10-, 100-, or 1000-Mbps Ethernet speeds, while support for both Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet fiber enables seamless integration into mixed-speed environments. Store-and-forward switching helps ensure reliable data transmission, and link fault detection simplifies troubleshooting by quickly identifying connection issues.

The compact design allows convenient desktop, wall-mount, or rack-mounted deployment with optional chassis solutions, making it ideal for enterprise networks, industrial facilities, campuses, security systems, and distributed edge applications.

Available with either a North American or universal power supply, this media converter provides a flexible solution for global deployments while delivering dependable fiber connectivity and long-term scalability.