Advantech Slide-In Modular Media Converter — Model 858-18121
The Advantech IE-iMcV-MultiWay (Model 858-18121) is a single-wide slide-in modular media converter designed for use in multi-port chassis. It features two SFP ports for network-side connections and two fixed 10/100/1000Base-T copper ports, with four DIP switch-selectable configurations for flexible deployment.
Key Specifications
- Product Type: Slide-In Modular Media Converter
- Model Name: IE-iMcV-MultiWay
- Copper Ports: 2 x 10/100/1000Base-T
- Fiber Ports: 2 x SFP (supports copper and fiber SFPs)
- Form Factor: Single-wide module
- Manufacturer: Advantech
- Model: 858-18121
Features
- Single-wide module maximizes slot utilization in multi-port chassis
- Supports OAM (Operations, Administration, and Maintenance) and VLAN
- Link Fault Pass-Through (LFPT) for end-to-end fault detection
- SFP port accepts both copper and fiber SFP transceivers
- SNMP manageable for network monitoring and control
- RS-232 CLI console port for local configuration
- Hot-swappable design for maintenance without chassis downtime
Applications
Designed for service providers and enterprise networks requiring flexible media conversion between copper and fiber Ethernet. The modular, hot-swappable design makes it well-suited for multi-service chassis deployments where individual converter modules may need independent configuration or replacement. DIP switch-selectable configurations allow adaptation to different network topologies without software configuration.

