IMC Networks PSE-McBasic, TX/SSFX-SM1550/LONG-SC 855-16957 Leaflet

• Significant cost-savings; no need to extend 

existing power/cabling to supply power to 
a device

• Provides greater installation flexibility; 

choose the best location for a powered 
device

• Available for multi-mode or single-mode 

fiber 

• Single-strand fiber options
• Available with ST or SC fiber connectors

• LinkLoss and FiberAlert features assist 

in diagnosing problems on fiber optic 
networks

Ethernet-based, Standalone Media Converters 

Connecting and powering small devices at the edge of a wired 
network infrastructure becomes increasingly important to LANs 
and MANs as they add WiFi access points, webcams, 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 a 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 central 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 capability, 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 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.

RoHS Compliant

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 single-mode fiber 
allows installation of the media converter up 
to 80 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 
a power source and/or UPS.