MCR1900 Modular Chassis System

19-module chassis for Media Converters and Ethernet Extenders

High density 19-slot system
Fits a standard 19” or 23” rack – 2U height
Hot-swappable slide-in modules
Redundant hot-swappable AC and 48v DC power supplies

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The Perle MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis is the most reliable high density modular chassis system available today. It is ideal for enterprise and campus environments where multiple points of copper and/or fiber integration are essential. An end-to-end copper to copper, copper to fiber, multimode to single mode or multimode to multimode solution can be achieved by pairing modules in this high density chassis with another Perle MCR1900 chassis standalone media converters, or standalone Ethernet extenders. Management of Media Converter Modules and chassis can be performed with the addition of a chassis management module. For a low to mid density solution, please check out the MCR200 Media Converter Chassis.

For those environments requiring a medium to large-scale deployment of media converters, a centralized platform that simplifies the configuration, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of this gear is recommended. PerleVIEW Device Management software is a multi-user, Windows server-based application that delivers this level of Enterprise-grade solution.

MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis Features

High Density Media Converter Platform	Insert up to 19 modules into a single 2U chassis. The modules share a common power source.
Rugged Chassis Design	U-channeled card cage provides high torsional rigidity
	Unified design between chassis slot and module faceplates provide additional chassis strength
	Redundant vertical supports ensure that slot alignment remains accurate enabling easy card insertion and removals over time
	Advanced card guide design along with 32 pin DIN 41612 connectors offer better card mating accuracy for reliable module additions and changes
	Made with zinc coated cold-rolled steel offering excellent corrosion resistance
	Extra ventilation slots on module face plates provide cooler operation and longer life
	Multi channel air flow for improve card cooling
	Auto-Thermal Shutdown Protection should internal temperature threshold be exceeded
Hot-Swappable modules	Modules can be inserted and removed with no impact to the rest of the system. Upon insertion the module will automatically be powered up and begin functioning. Modules can be placed in any slot and in any order.
Power Supply Failover	On dual power supply configurations, the load sharing power supplies provide instant failover should a power supply or power source fail. A single power supply can provide more than sufficient power for a fully loaded system.
Intelligent Alarm Relay	A backplane controller provides continuous monitoring of vital chassis resources. The built-in, normally open/closed, dry contact relay will engage on the following fault conditions:
	Power supply failure
	High internal temperature
	Fan speed failure
	Backplane voltage error

MCR1900 Modular Chassis related products

Unmanaged Fiber Converter Modules

Link 10Mbps, 100Mbps, 1G, 2.5G, or 10G copper to multimode or single mode fiber
Link multimode to single mode
Connect two multimode networks

Managed Fiber Converter Modules

Link 10Mbps, 100Mbps, 1G, 2.5G, or 10G copper to multimode or single mode fiber
Link multimode to single mode
Connect two multimode networks
Manage via SNMP, Telnet/SSH, HTTPS, or PerleVIEW

Ethernet Copper Extender Modules

Extend 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or 1G Ethernet links over Coax or any 2-wire 24 AWG twisted pair
Extend data transmission distances up to 10,000 feet (3 KM)
For use in Managed and Unmanaged environments

MCR-MGT Chassis Management Module

Manage Fiber Converter and Ethernet Extender Modules via SNMP, CLI -Telnet/SSH, internet browser, or PerleVIEW Centralized Management
Advanced security features such as TACACS+, RADIUS, LDAP, Kerberos, and NIS authentication
SSH and secure browser access via HTTPS

Hardware Specifications

Features	MCR1900-AC	MCR1900-DAC	MCR1900-DC	MCR1900-DDC
Intelligent Alarm Relay	Dry Contact Relay engaged upon monitored chassis error conditions: power failure, high temperature, backplane voltage error, fan speed failure 3 amps @24 vDC, Normally open / normally closed contacts on removable terminal blocks
Hot-swappable Modules	All modules, management module and power supplies are hot-swappable
Power
Nominal input voltage	115/230 VAC		24/48v DC
Input Voltage Range	90 - 264 VAC		18 - 72v DC
Capacity	120 watts max.	240 watts max. The dual supply provides redundancy for instant fail-over. Power supplies load share	120 watts max.	240 watts max. The dual supply provides redundancy for instant fail-over. Power supplies load share
AC input frequency	47 - 63 Hz		N/A
International Power Line Cords by Model	USA: IEC320-C13 to NEMA5-15P		Pluggable Terminal block +, - , Gnd with Reverse polarity protection
	UK: IEC320-C13 to BS1363
	EU: IEC320-C13 to CEE717 Schuko
	South Africa / India: IEC320-C13 to BS546
	Australia: IEC320-C13 to AS3112
LEDs	Power Supply A Status	Power Supply A and B status	Power Supply A Status	Power Supply A and B status
Grounding	Dual ground screws for #10 ring terminals or grounding lug connectors provide a reliable chassis ground connection.
Environmental Specifications
Heat Output (BTU/HR)	17	29	19 at 24vdc, 25 at 48vdc	34 at 24vdc, 49 at 48vdc
MTBF (Hours)*	31,716	255,530	32,051	255,531
Operating Temperature	0C to 50C, 32F to 122F
Storage Temperature	-25C to 70C, -13F to 150F
Humidity	5 to 95% (non-condensing) for both storage and operation.
Case	SECC Zinc plated sheet metal (1 mm)
Ingress Protection Rating	IP30 with all slots occupied
Altitude	up to 3,038 meters (10,000 ft)
Mounting	2U - 19" rack mounting hardware is included 2U - 23" Telcom / ETSI rack mounting hardware is optional
Product Weight and Dimensions
Weight	6.32 kg, 14 lbs	7.0 kg, 15.4 lbs	6.39 Kg, 14.1 lbs	7.14 kg, 15.74 lbs
Dimensions	356 x 435 x 89 mm, 14 x 17.2 x 3.5 in
Packaging
Shipping Weight	7.76 kg, 17 lbs	9.0 kg, 19.8 lbs	7.76 kg, 17.11 lbs	9.0 kg, 19.8 lbs
Shipping Dimensions	559 x 482 x 178 mm, 22 x 19 x 7 in
Regulatory Approvals
Emissions	FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55022 Class A
	CISPR 32:2015/EN 55032:2015 (Class A) CISPR 24:2010/EN 55024:2010
	CFR47:2003, Chapter 1, Part 15 Subpart B,(USA) Class A
	ICES-003, Issue 4, February 2004 (Canada)
	EN55022:1998 + A1:2000 + A2:2003 Class A
	EN61000-3-2 : 1995, Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions
	EN61000-3-3 : 1995, Limits of Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker
Immunity	EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003
	EN61000-4-2: Electrostatic Discharge
	EN61000-4-3: RF Electromagnetic Field Modulated
	EN61000-4-4: Fast Transients
	EN61000-4-5: Surge
	EN61000-4-6: RF Continuous Conducted
	EN61000-4-8: Power-Frequency Magnetic Field
	EN61000-4-11: Voltage Dips and Voltage Interruptions
Safety	UL/EN/IEC 62368-1 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1
	UL 60950-1 IEC 60950-1(ed 2); am1, am2 EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013
	CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 and ANSI/UL 60950-1, First Edition April 1st 2003 (Recognized Component)
	CE
Environmental	Reach, RoHS and WEEE Compliant
Other	ECCN: 5A991
	HTSUS Number: 8517.62.0020
	Perle Limited Lifetime Warranty

*Calculation model based on MIL-HDBK-217-FN2 @ 30 °C

Ethernet to Fiber in a Campus Network
The use of chassis-based media converters is a cost effective means in providing fiber connectivity in a campus network. By consolidating Ethernet to fiber conversion in a rack mount media converter chassis, various types of fiber links can be brought into a single wiring closet platform. This simplifies deployment and maintenance and also provides a scalable means to grow your network as needed.
High Density Fiber Distribution from UTP Switch Equipment at Corporate Headquarters
In this enterprise campus application, up to 19 Perle Ethernet to Fiber Media Converters are installed in the MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis. A remote fiber enabled Ethernet switch is connected directly to the central MCR1900 Chassis. A standalone Media Converter converts the fiber to Ethernet in a fiber-to-desktop application. Another standalone Fiber Media Converter is connected to a remote office Ethernet switch. In all cases, multimode or single-mode fiber can be used. Fiber links can be extended up to 120km using single-mode fiber.
Enterprise Infrastructure
Enterprise Infrastructure using Fiber Optics Create a fiber infrastructure for your enterprise network without any wholesale replacement of existing copper-based equipment.
High Density Fiber Distribution from Fiber Switch Equipment at Corporate Headquarters
In this enterprise campus application, up to 19 Perle Fiber to Fiber Media Converters ( Multimode to Single mode ) are installed in the MCR1900 Media Converter Chassis. A remote single mode fiber enabled Ethernet switch is connected directly to the central MCR1900 Chassis. Another standalone Fiber Media Converter is connected to a remote office Fiber switch. In all cases, multimode or single-mode fiber can be used. Fiber links can be extended up to 160km using single-mode fiber.
Extend 10/100/1000 Ethernet across Twisted Pair or Coaxial Wire
Extend an Ethernet link beyond the 100 meter ( 328 feet ) limit using Ethernet Extenders. Distances of up to 3 km ( 10,000 feet ) can be achieved over twisted pair Cat 5,6 or 7 cable. You can also install along with Ethernet to Fiber Media Converter Modules and extend the Ethernet connection over fiber for greater distance.