MC220L Gigabit SFP Media Converter

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Not really sure what this video is for.. it isn't a review or an in depth test. It is just unpacking and plugging a media converter into a customer router (CPE) in prep for doing the reverse where I replace the CPE with a media converter on a FTTP/FTTH installation.
tp-link MC220L(UN) Ver 4. (Version 4) Gigabit SFP Media Converter
Part Number: 1706502030
Video shows the media converter, the power supply and voltage/amps, plugging in a SFP module and the lights on the media converter.

[@ADZStudio]

can the output from the sfp be branched using a spliter then the output from the spliter can go directly to the router or ONT, please answer

[@runwithdaisy]

HI, may I ask you a question? If the SFP module says up to 20Km and I'm using a fiber cable at 30m, will this overheat the media converters? (I'm using 2 media converter 1GB single mode) -

[@freename]

For that module in question I know someone who has run them on 3m patch leads for years without issue. (You can also buy attenuators to reduce the signal levels or pre-attentuated patch cables but I wouldn't bother)

[@runwithdaisy]

@@freename Thank you!

[@ehamster]

Was this to allow you to connect to a Gigaclear FTTP without the Genexis router?

[@freename]

Good question. Depends how Gigaclear run their network. If it is just routed ethernet and DHCP then yes. If they need a static IP setting, a special DHCP option (similar to a header), or PPPoE then things may be a bit more difficult. Do you know what they use for their optics to buy the correct one to plug in? If you do have the answer or you successfully manage this I'd love for you to reply again here with how you got on and what you did to make it work!

[@drakedrizzy9413]

Is there a way to login in to the media converter to configure it like a modem? Just want to make sure there’s no firewall?

[@freename]

No, it's just a media converter as the name says. Doesn't do anything fancy. Doesn't have any management options.

[@remigiuszstras2133]

Nice! have you noticed any speed limitation using that converter? When i attach device from my ISP and connect fiber i have like 900Mb but using this converter close to 400. I used different ethernet cables and wondering if there is something that does not allow same speed as on ISP modem.

[@freename]

I've not noticed a problem. Are you directly into the media converter or through your own router connected to the media converter?

[@freename]

You wouldn't be able to have one fibre and 4 media converters. Your ISP would usually provide a router which will do NAT to multiple computers or Xbox / devices and more. Those usually have 4 network sockets and also send WiFi signal.

[@freename]

​@Simon Messer You shouldn't be having lag just by several people playing games on the same internet connection. Check that nobody is downloading or uploading at the same time! (Torrents, windows updates, game updates etc.).

[@ekyelectronicchenel5744]

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[@angeloeleazar5783]

Good morning i have a MC210CS media converter what connector i use ? Do i need to use adapter?

[@freename]

I don't really understand the question. The media converter in my video needs a user-supplied optic / SFP. MC210CS looks like it has its own built in optic and uses SC connectors for the fibre.

[@josellanj]

Hi, does a yone know the size of the dc power supply barrel connector? Is it 2.5 mm?

[@freename]

I can find out for you in about a week.. but if it helps, the exact model number of the power supply of the one in the video is T090060-2D1. To me it "seemed" like a normal size 12volt jack.. but that's just me going by memory.

[@khoirulanam4921]

any other video that show de dvice work in more than 1 onu. thanks

[@freename]

1 onu?

[@theduskwoodsnuffer2569]

So my isp ran a fiber terminal to the wall but my router is only compatible with copper. Could I use this to plug fiber into the wall and covert it to copper for a router/firewall?

[@freename]

Yes, if the optic you get is compatible with the network they run. And they don't use port security like AT&T in the USA.

[@theduskwoodsnuffer2569]

@@freename thank you for the reply. Unfortunately it is at&t adi. You don’t believe it will work in that case? Thanks again

[@freename]

@@theduskwoodsnuffer2569 See this page for more information about the port authentication AT&T employ: github.com/MonkWho/pfatt

[@phawmendoza3072]

Is that compatible to the cisco GLC-LH-SMD transceiver

[@freename]

I suspect it doesn't care what transceiver is used but it is possible the transceiver checks and might block the tp link. Big vendors like doing stuff like that, sadly it is probably a try it and see. If you do try and get the answer would be good to know in a follow up comment here :)

[@weeragardens]

Hi Thanks for the very informative video. I want to use media converter to isolate my audio equipment from electrical noise. With the TP link MC220L which SFP module and fibre cable should be used? I live in Australia. Thanks.

[@freename]

I tested with fs.com "Single Mode" 1 x "1000BASE-BX BiDi 1310nm-TX/1550nm-RX (SFP-GE-BX)" module for one end and 1 x "1000BASE-BX BiDi SFP 1550nm-TX/1310-RX (SFP-GE-BX)" for the other end. For home applications would use SC connectors (Subscriber Connector) but in my video it might show an optic with the smaller LC (Low Cost) connectors. Don't forget to buy the appropriate length "single mode" fibre patch lead with the appropriate SC connector on the end. The plugs and sockets for the kit I mentioned usually have UPC (Ultra Polished Connector) rather than APC (Angled Polished Connector). [Home broadband fibre using "PON" (passive optical networking where a single fibre gets split) technology usually needs the APC connectors to reduce reflections from disconnected customer ends. You want to avoid connecting a UPC plug into an APC socket or the other way around.]

[@alwineleydo7364]

What is the brand of sfp module you use master?

[@freename]

Likely from FS.com and 0:58 in the video is the model number. Different routers will use different frequencies so make sure you get the matching optic for whatever you are attempting to connect to!

[@dharma.vibrates]

We are using fibre connection at our office with a Gepon onu router. We are having some difficulties using these ONUs at our premises therefore we want to switch to a Ethernet Media converter tplink CS 220L where we wants a GEPON ONU transceiver. Can you please tell me which type of transceiver is available for this model .

[@freename]

Doubt it matters what transceiver / module you use. The thing to focus on is that it is compatible on the optical side with whatever your ISP is using.

[@dharma.vibrates]

@@freename will this works as reciving data from fibre sc sfp port( simplex single mode ) from isp side and transferring it to rj45 port of it?

[@freename]

@@dharma.vibrates They are just dumb bridges. Whatever goes into LAN side goes out SFP. Whatever comes in SFP goes out LAN. Media converter does not have IP, does not know about protocols etc.

[@dharma.vibrates]

@@freename 😇 thank you, I have read about that they are passive connectors but there is lots of terminology that I am really not sure about things in fibre. I am newbie here, thank you for your guidance it helped me a lot. 😇

[@thatdude3977]

Do media converters only convert from copper to fiber then back to copper. Or can it also go from fiber to copper solely?

[@freename]

If you have the right optic and know the right configuration (VLAN, PPPoE details if required etc.) it can take service from wherever or whatever is sending it down the fibre.

[@thatdude3977]

@@freename got it. Thanks for the quick reply

[@johntamang6547]

Can i connect sfp output fiber to Xpon router directly?

[@freename]

I don't know, sorry. I only tested it with point to point fibre and not PON.

[@terryman0]

Good video dude, do you think I would be able to use this as a substitute for the ISP Provided Modem because they really don’t want us to mess with the settings with the Huawei they gave us.

[@terryman0]

By the way, I think we work with Dynamic IP

[@freename]

Difficult to say and entirely depends on how the network is setup. Most providers will be basic DHCP only with no special requirements and this will work as long as you get the correct optic (there are many types and different send and receive frequencies.). However it is possible for the ISP to do strange stuff like require the correct MAC address or a special flag in the DHCP request before they give you an IP address.

[@terryman0]

Alright, so I made a mistake. I bought a fiber to ethernet converter but the optical port there is for tx so it doesnt even receive a signal from the isp cable. Would it be better if I copy your setup of the MC220L with a Rx sfp or should i buy another fiber to ethernet converter that has an rx slot on it. s.lazada.com.ph/s.YEV7H this was the converter I bought and s.lazada.com.ph/s.YvrPU this is the converter with an rx port on it

[@freename]

@@terryman0 The two products you've linked are very different. One uses two fibres (one for RX and one for TX) "Duplex Fibre" the first one uses a single fibre for both RX and TX "Simplex Fibre". You need to know what type your provider uses and the frequencies your provider uses then match your media converter to that. The MC220L option and buying optics to go in it might be more flexible for testing and the range of compatible optics you could buy or test. Remember that if your provider is transmitting on 1550 nm and receiving on 1310 nm your end will need to be transmitting on 1310 nm and receiving on 1550 nm

[@terryman0]

@@freename Alright thanks man I guess I will go with the MC220L

[@asanmasraf1203]

if the Link of the Media converter device is not on it means what is the problem? and how to fix it?

[@freename]

Has it ever been on? If so.. then your fibre line has been turned off or been broken. If it has never worked on that media converter then you might have the wrong frequency or "end" (A or B end) optic.

[@asanmasraf1203]

@@freename yes of course, it worked when they installed but now after many years of no use of this service I am trying to connect those devices but as I said I haven't link LFP.

[@karansluv639]

Hi, I have a Nokia G-2425G-A GPON router. Can it be used in this setup as access point in my home network?

[@freename]

As in plug the isp fibre into the media converter and use your own router. Then use the Nokia as a WiFi point only?

[@karansluv639]

@@freename yes

[@freename]

No. GPON is different to point to point fibre and needs the optic or router to be adopted and configured by the ISPs equipment. If they could provide you with an ONT fibre module to go in the media converter that would work. If you are in the UK on Box broadband you can ask them to provide you with a media converter they configure.

[@paskandani]

Every intesting and thx for your share bro. Do you have test internet/connection between tplink and genexus ? I plan use the tplink to make simple olt and using passive splitter to distribute connection

[@freename]

Explain the setup? You want to go from your fibre provider into a TP-Link then back out of another TP-Link to other devices in your house ? What is the purpose / what are you trying to achieve rather than using CAT6 ?

[@paskandani]

Im local internet provider, using cat5 cable to supply internet to my neighbor. I have plan to move to fiber to reach greater coverage but here olt device still too expensive and if using point to point fiber using media converter, it will costly because i need addtional wifi router also on client side. Below is my plan ISP router server tplink mc220l (replace olt) passive splitter -> router client with fiber port (onu)

[@freename]

@@paskandani Thats a really good question! I don't have much to go on but a friend who works in a passive FTTP provider thinks that you would need a device that can configure the optic and the media converter probably doesn't have that ability.

[@SurStuRECORD]

hermano hermano buenas tardes necesito su ayuda, me compre este aparato y no sabia que venia sin modulo, creo tener el adecuado pero me seria de aydua si puefo contactarte de otro modo para que me orientes porfavor

[@freename]

I can't help much. And I only use KZbin comments. The "nm" and socket type (LC, SC socket etc.) needs to match the working old device. ---GOOGLE--- No puedo ayudar mucho. Y solo uso comentarios de KZbin. El "nm" y el tipo de conector (conector LC, SC, etc.) deben coincidir con el dispositivo antiguo que funciona.

[@SurStuRECORD]

@@freename u have instagram?

[@LeifzcyberChannel]

please your router type

[@freename]

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[@darienlai2843]

hello

[@freename]

o hi!