IMC Networks PSE-McBasic, TX/FX-MM1300-ST 855-16927 Leaflet

Connecting and powering small devices at the edge of a wired network infrastructure
becomes increasingly important to LANs/MANs as they add WiFi access points, web-
cams, entry control systems, etc. Sometimes, the most optimal location for one of these
devices is not only out of reach of the existing copper wiring, but also too far from an
AC power source.  Deploying a media converter supporting the Power Over Ethernet
standard is the solution for both extending an access point up to 100 Km from the cen-
tral office equipment as well as powering the end-device.

Equipped with all the features that have made the McBasic series one of IMC
Networks’ most popular brands — copper-to-fiber conversion, troubleshooting capa-
bility, a small, rugged design, and an internal AC power supply —  the 100 Mbps PSE-
McBasic also employs the IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (PoE) standard.

Power Over Ethernet technology 
Power Over Ethernet technology allows the PSE-McBasic to be the Power Source
Equipment (PSE) by distributing an electrical current across existing copper data
cabling.  If the connected unit requires power and is 802.3af compliant, the PSE-
McBasic detects it and supplies power.  LEDs on the PSE-McBasic indicate the amount
of power being supplied to the “Powered Device” (PD) as well as if the PSE-McBasic
is over temperature or over current or has an open circuit.

Also available is an Extreme Temperature model: 
The PSE-XT-McBasic has an operating temperature of up to 65°C, perfect for installing
in even the hottest of conditions.

Incorporating the PoE standard into the product design allows network administrators
to install the PSE-McBasic up to 100 meters from an access point while support of sin-
gle-mode fiber allows installation of the media converter up to 100 Km from a central
office (CO) switch.  The best location for a WiFi access point, for example, may be on
a utility pole outside or in the ceiling where there is no AC outlet.  The PSE-McBasic
makes the connection between the CO switch, via single or multi-mode fiber, and a
twisted pair access point while also providing power to a WiFi device.  

Using the PoE technology, the PSE-McBasic becomes the Power Source Equipment for the
Powered Device.  This gives installers greater installation flexibility since the access device
no longer has to be in the immediate proximity of an AC power source and/or UPS.

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Significant cost-savings; no need to

extend existing power/cabling to sup-
ply power to a device

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Provides greater installation flexibility;

choose the best location for a pow-
ered device

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Available for multi-mode or single-

mode fiber 

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Available for single-strand fiber 

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The XT model allows for operation in

temperatures of up to 65°C

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Available with ST or SC fiber connec-

tors

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LinkLoss and FiberAlert features

assist in diagnosing problems on fiber
optic networks