Allied Telesis AT-MMC2000LX/LC-960 – TAA Gigabit Singlemode Media Converter LC

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-MMC2000LX/LC-960 is a TAA-compliant Allied Telesis singlemode gigabit media converter LC connector designed for enterprise and federal network deployments. It converts 10/100/1000Base-T copper connections to 1000Base-LX singlemode fiber, extending network reach up to 12.43 miles (20 km) over 9/125 µm fiber. This TAA federal gigabit fiber media converter is ideal for government procurement vehicles including GSA schedules, and meets Buy American Act requirements. As a compact gigabit copper to singlemode fiber bridge, it delivers full Gigabit Ethernet performance in a wall- or rack-mountable form factor.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis MMC2000LX/LC-960 is part of the MMC Series mini media converters, engineered to extend copper-based Gigabit Ethernet networks over singlemode fiber infrastructure. The fiber port uses a duplex LC connector operating at 1310 nm wavelength over 9/125 µm singlemode fiber, reaching distances up to 20 km — suitable for campus backbone extension, inter-building links, and long-haul IDF-to-MDF runs. The RJ-45 copper port supports Auto-Negotiation and Auto MDI/MDIX, auto-sensing 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps at up to 100 meters. The unit operates in store-and-forward mode and supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN-tagged frames, including jumbo frames up to 10K bytes, ensuring compatibility with modern enterprise backbone switches. The Smart MissingLink (SML) feature monitors both network segments and alerts administrators when a link failure occurs, enabling rapid fault isolation. Smart Link Restoration automatically re-establishes links after power failures or interruptions without requiring manual reset. With only 1.7W power consumption, the MMC2000LX/LC-960 delivers industry-leading energy efficiency. An extended temperature rating of -40°C to 70°C makes it suitable for industrial and outdoor enclosure deployments. The included AC power supply and wall/rack mounting hardware provide flexible installation options. TAA compliance qualifies this unit for federal, defense, and government procurement under GSA and other contract vehicles.

Key Features

• TAA Compliant — Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal and government procurement, including GSA Schedule eligibility.
• Singlemode 1000Base-LX Fiber Port (LC) — Operates at 1310 nm over 9/125 µm SMF, supporting links up to 20 km (12.43 miles).
• 10/100/1000Base-T Copper Port (RJ-45) — Auto-negotiating, Auto MDI/MDIX, supports up to 100 m over Cat5e/Cat6.
• Store-and-Forward Switching — Ensures error-free frame forwarding between copper and fiber segments.
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Transparency — Passes tagged frames transparently, compatible with modern enterprise and data center switches.
• 10K Jumbo Frame Support — Handles oversized frames for storage, virtualization, and high-throughput applications.
• Smart MissingLink (SML) — Monitors both ports; propagates link-down events across segments for accurate network fault detection.
• Smart Link Restoration — Automatically restores connectivity after link loss or power interruption without manual intervention.
• 1.7W Ultra-Low Power Consumption — Over 50% power savings versus standard media converters; supports EEE (Energy Efficient Ethernet) on copper.
• Extended Temperature Range — Rated -40°C to 70°C for industrial, outdoor cabinet, and harsh environment deployments.
• 2K MAC Address Table — Provides Layer 2 forwarding intelligence for efficient traffic handling.
• Wall and Rack Mountable — Compact form factor (0.9" H x 2.2" W x 4" D) with mounting hardware included.

Typical Applications

• Federal, defense, and government network infrastructure upgrades requiring TAA-compliant hardware
• Campus backbone extension from copper edge switches to singlemode fiber inter-building links
• IDF-to-MDF fiber uplink runs exceeding multimode fiber distance limits
• Enterprise LAN edge deployments where existing cabling is singlemode fiber
• Industrial and manufacturing environments requiring extended temperature operation
• Small to mid-size business network upgrades adding fiber backbone connectivity

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the AT-MMC2000LX/LC-960 TAA compliant for government purchasing?

Yes. The AT-MMC2000LX/LC-960 is fully TAA compliant, qualifying it for federal procurement under GSA Schedule contracts and other government acquisition vehicles requiring Buy American Act compliance.

Q: What fiber cable type is required?

This unit requires 9/125 µm singlemode fiber (SMF) with LC duplex connectors. It operates at 1310 nm wavelength and supports runs up to 20 km.

Q: What is the maximum copper cable distance?

The RJ-45 copper port supports up to 100 meters (328 feet) over Cat5e or Cat6 twisted-pair cabling.

Q: Does it support VLAN-tagged traffic?

Yes. The MMC2000LX/LC-960 is fully transparent to IEEE 802.1Q VLAN-tagged frames, making it compatible with all modern managed switches.

Q: Can this unit be used in industrial or outdoor cabinet environments?

Yes. The extended temperature rating of -40°C to 70°C makes it suitable for industrial environments, outdoor enclosures, and non-climate-controlled spaces.

Q: What does Smart MissingLink (SML) do?

SML monitors both the copper and fiber ports. When a link failure occurs on one segment, it signals a link-down on the other side, enabling connected switches and devices to detect the failure and trigger failover or alerting.

Q: Is a power supply included?

Yes. The AT-MMC2000LX/LC-960 includes an AC power supply unit in the box.

Q: What mounting options are available?

The unit supports both wall mounting and rack mounting, and can also be used as a standalone desktop device.