Allied Telesis AT-CV5001-01 – Converteon 18-Slot Chassis 2U Rack

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-CV5001-01 is an Allied Telesis Converteon 18-slot media converter chassis designed for enterprise and service provider environments requiring centralized, scalable fiber-to-copper media conversion. This 2U rack-mount chassis accepts up to 18 hot-swappable Converteon blade modules, supporting both Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet media conversion. Ideal for data center fiber distribution, campus backbone aggregation, and telecom central office deployments, the AT-CV5001-01 provides a cost-effective managed media conversion chassis for high-density installations. Power supplies are sold separately, enabling organizations to configure AC or DC redundant power to match their facility requirements.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis AT-CV5001-01 Converteon chassis is the foundation of Allied Telesis's end-to-end managed media conversion system, housing up to 18 converter blade modules in a single 2U rack space. The chassis supports blades covering Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet conversion between fiber and copper, making it suitable for service providers deploying Fiber-to-the-Building (FTTB) or Fiber-to-the-Curb (FTTC) architectures as well as enterprise data centers extending fiber infrastructure. All installed power supplies are hot-swappable and modular — installing two supplies provides N+1 redundancy so the chassis continues operating through a single PSU failure without any service interruption. The built-in intelligent fan speed algorithm automatically adjusts cooling based on real-time chassis temperature monitoring, generating SNMP traps when temperature exceeds 65°C or fan speed drops below 2,647 RPM. An optional management module (AT-CV5M02) enables Telnet and SNMP-based management of all installed blades from a single point, with redundant management capability when a second module is added. IEEE 802.3ah Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) support makes the Converteon platform equally applicable to service provider last-mile deployments and enterprise LAN extensions. The chassis ships without a power supply, allowing purchasers to select the appropriate AC or DC power module (AT-CV5001AC-60 or AT-CV5001DC-80) and quantity based on their redundancy requirements. Physical dimensions are 3.5" H x 17.3" W x 13.5" D (2U) and the unit weighs approximately 12.2 lbs.

Key Features

• 18-Slot Modular Chassis — Accommodates up to 18 Converteon blade modules for high-density media conversion in 2U of rack space.
• Hot-Swappable Blades — All converter modules can be inserted or removed without powering down the chassis, ensuring zero-downtime maintenance.
• Hot-Swappable Power Supplies — Modular PSUs (AT-CV5001AC-60, AT-CV5001DC-80) support field replacement without service interruption.
• Redundant Power Support — Dual PSU slots enable N+1 power redundancy; a fully loaded chassis operates continuously on a single power module.
• Optional SNMP/Telnet Management — AT-CV5M02 management module adds centralized blade management via Telnet and SNMP v1/v2c.
• Redundant Management — A second AT-CV5M02 provides management module failover for continuous visibility.
• Intelligent Fan Control — Temperature-based auto fan speed adjustment with SNMP trap alerts for thermal events.
• IEEE 802.3ah EFM Support — Suitable for service provider Ethernet in the First Mile deployments and enterprise fiber extensions.
• Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Blades — Accepts blades converting rate and media across 100Mbps and 1000Mbps fiber and copper interfaces.
• Standards Compliance — FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A, VCCI Class A, CE, UL60950-1, EN60950-1, RoHS-compliant.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise data center fiber aggregation and copper-to-fiber distribution
• Campus backbone fiber extension from IDF/MDF closets
• Service provider central office media conversion for FTTB/FTTC deployments
• Building-to-building fiber interconnect with centralized chassis management
• Telecom facilities requiring high-density managed media conversion
• Retrofit of legacy copper infrastructure to fiber with hot-swap serviceability

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the AT-CV5001-01 ship with a power supply?

No. The chassis ships without a power supply. You must order at least one AT-CV5001AC-60 (AC) or AT-CV5001DC-80 (DC) power module separately. For N+1 redundancy, order two power supplies.

Q: How many blade modules can the AT-CV5001-01 hold?

The chassis has 18 slots, each accepting a single Converteon converter blade. Blades cover Fast Ethernet (100Mbps) and Gigabit Ethernet (1000Mbps) fiber-to-copper conversion in various fiber types and connector formats.

Q: Are the converter blades hot-swappable?

Yes. All Converteon blade modules are hot-swappable, meaning you can insert or remove a blade while the chassis is powered and other blades remain operational. This minimizes downtime during maintenance or capacity expansion.

Q: What management options are available?

By default the chassis is unmanaged. Adding an AT-CV5M02 management module enables Telnet and SNMP management of all installed blades. Installing a second AT-CV5M02 provides redundant management capability.

Q: Is the AT-CV5001-01 suitable for service provider deployments?

Yes. IEEE 802.3ah Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) support makes the Converteon platform appropriate for service providers deploying fiber access (FTTB, FTTC) as well as enterprise campus fiber extension projects.

Q: What rack space does the chassis require?

The AT-CV5001-01 occupies 2U (3.5" height) in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-CV5001-01 and compatible accessories?

The AT-CV5001-01 is available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net, along with compatible power supplies, management modules, and Converteon blade modules.