Black Box LBH150A-ST Fast Ethernet Edge Switch, 6-Port, Multimode, 2 km, ST

Black Box LBH150A-ST Fast Ethernet Switch with 5 RJ45 Ports, 1 Multimode Fiber Port, ST

The Ethernet switches in your wiring closet or computer center enjoy a protected environment. The Ethernet switches at the edges of your network have to put up with the bumps, the dirt, the dampness, and the temperature fluctuations that happen out in the real world. This is where Heavy-Duty Edge Switches from Black Box come in. Heavy-Duty Edge Switches are tough, 6-port Ethernet switches that enable you to expand your network into harsh environments such as factory floors or the outdoors. They’re robust, easy to set up, and available with a vast array of interface, power, and durability options. In short, they’re everything you’re looking for in an edge switch. Built tough All Heavy-Duty Edge Switches come in a sturdy steel case that withstands heavy use. The switches come in three versions to adapt to nearly any environment. Because all three types work together seamlessly you can use the LBH150A-ST inexpensive Standard Heavy-Duty Edge Switch in protected office environments and choose the more robust Hardened or Extreme Heavy-Duty Edge Switches for harsh locations at your network’s edge. This Standard Edge Switch is for use in clean, temperature-controlled environments such as offices and wiring closets. It feature the same heavy weight metal case as the more robust models.

The LBH150A-ST switch has two full sets of LED indicators: one set on the front for viewing and one set mounted next to the media ports, so you get a clear view of the LEDs from any angle. This Multimode model supports up to 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) between switches. Use it as a standalone or a wallmounted unit. You can daisychain Heavy-Duty Edge Switches together indefinitely, making them ideal for applications where many switches are needed over a long distance.

Heavy-Duty Edge Switches are literally plug-and-play. All copper ports are autosensing for speed and duplex, adjusting to the connected device automatically. Plus, the UTP ports feature Auto MDI/MDI-X, eliminating the need for crossover cables. The switches feature nonblocking switching architecture with a 2K MAC address table. The 128K buffer memory makes it easy to interconnect 10- and 100-Mbps devices.

Heavy-Duty Edge Switches feature Link-Loss-Learn (LLL) for fast network recovery when using the switches in a redundant application. In a normal network situation where you have a primary link and a backup link, the network can take as much as a few minutes to recover after the primary link goes down. This is because, when the link breaks, the switch will use its old MAC address table to try to send data to the disabled port. However, if a link breaks with LLL in place, the switch senses the disconnect and instantly clears its MAC address table, forcing a new address table that include the new link. LLL works on both fiber and copper ports, and you can enable or disable this feature as needed.

Key Features

• Support VLAN tagging and spanning tree passthrough
• Include Link-Loss-Learn (LLL) feature for fast network recovery
• One 100-Mbps fiber port and 5 10-/100-Mbps RJ45 switch ports
• Fiber interface is MM, ST, 2 km range
• Suitable for dusty or dirty environments with a temperature range between 32 and +104º F (0 to +40º C)
• 100-240VAC power input
• Includes panel mount kit
• 1 Year Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard) included. Extended warranty available. Contact Westward Sales.