CopperLink™ Model 2168A
16.67-Mbps Multi-Rate Ethernet Extender
Overcome the distance limitations of Ethernet with the Patton Model 2168A CopperLink Multi-Rate Ethernet Extender and provide up to 16.67 Mbps of Ethernet extension over a single twisted-pair of voice–grade wire.



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Features & Benefits
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  • Ethernet Extension—Extends 10/100 Base-T Ethernet distances 1 mile using 2-wire 24 AWG unconditioned lines
  • Seamlessly Connect and Extend the LAN—802.3 10/100Base-T LAN connection via built-in shielded RJ-45 port
  • CopperLink 2-Wire Connection—Easy 2-wire CopperLink connection via built-in RJ-45 port or terminal block
  • Switch Selectable—Asymmetrical or Symmetrical line rates up to 16.67 Mbps!
  • Auto-sensing Full-Duplex Ethernet—Auto 10 or 100Base-T and full or half-duplex Ethernet operational
  • Transparent LAN Bridging—Passes higher layer protocols and supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging
  • Automatic Learning, Aging, and Filtering—Only allows packets with addresses outside the LAN to be forwarded


Overview
--Image: EnviroNET Also Available! -- The Patton Model 2168A Multi-Rate CopperLink Ethernet Extender enables the utilization of existing copper infrastructure for high speed Ethernet extensions at data rates up to 16.67 Mbps. The 2168A includes seven asymmetrical and symmetrical settings which provide the flexibility to increase the distance or speed of the Ethernet connections.

CopperLink applications include Ethernet extension, medical imaging, video-conferencing, Ethernet Bridging, and inter-connecting remote devices or remote networks to a central LAN. The multi-rate symmetrical line rates ensure the highest possible data rate is achieved over various lengths and types of copper wire and environments. Multi-rate asymmetrical line rates make the Model 2168A the ideal solution for service providers who want to differentiate their services or extend the reach of their customer base. The Model 2168A allows service providers to offer unparalleled performance for such applications as always on Internet access, real time bi-directional video streaming, and various multimedia applications.

If you want to take your network and voice connections farther and faster over existing copper and eliminate the expense of fiber, Patton's CopperLink Ethernet Extenders are the products for you!

Just plug it in, power it on, and play!

CopperLink™ Copper Ethernet Extenders

Take your network connections faster and farther over existing voice-grade wire with Patton CopperLink™ Ethernet Extenders!

Max. Distance
Max. Speed
Distance at Max. Speed
CopperLink™ Model
1 mile
(1.6 km)
50 Mbps
800 feet
(243.9 m)
1.1 miles
(1.8 km)
16.6 Mbps
3,125 feet
(952.5 m)
Model 2168A
0.75 miles
(1.2 km)
12 Mbps
4,000 feet
(1219.2 m)
5.7 miles
(9.2 km)
4.6 Mbps
2.0 miles
(3.2 km)
5.7 miles
(9.2 km)
2.3 Mbps
3.1 miles
(5 km)
5 miles
(8 km)
144 kbps
5 miles
(8 km)


Applications
Workgroup Ethernet extension application
CopperLink™ 21768A application diagram

Ethernet Extender allows copper instead of fiber for vertical Ethernet spans!

These multi-rate Ethernet Extenders are ideal for bridging Ethernet spans inside buildings that are beyond the 328-foot (100-meter) distance limit of Ethernet.

For example, connecting workgroups located on different floors in a building no longer requires expensive switches or the installation of low capacitance cable.


Specifications

CopperLink Line Interface: RJ-45 or terminal block
Ethernet Interface: Shielded RJ-45
Transmission: Switch selectable asynchronous and synchronous line rates up to 16.67 Mbps
Surge suppression: CopperLink 20kA (8/20ms) gas tube
Power Supply: External AC: UI (100-240); DC: -48,-24, and -12; DC power supplies are optional
Dimensions:
1.5H x 4.13W x 3.75D in.
3.81H x 10.5W x 9.53D cm)
Weight: 0.4lbs (0.18 kg) without power supply


Ordering Information Email: sales@patton.com    Tel: +1 301-975-1000
2168A/E-2PK CopperLink Multi Rate 16 Mbps Ethernet Extender Kit (1 Local Unit and 1 Remote Unit); No power supply
2168A/EUI-2PK CopperLink Multi Rate 16 Mbps Ethernet Extender Kit (1 Local Unit and 1 Remote Unit); with RJ45 Connectors only; 100-240VAC
2168A/TB45/EUI-2PK CopperLink Multi Rate 16 Mbps Ethernet Extender Kit (1 Local Unit and 1 Remote Unit); Terminal Block Line side; 100-240VAC
 

Related Information
Articles (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Patton Brings Unified Communications to Boy Scouts of America Campground October 31, 2007

Catalogs (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Patton Electronics Product Line Catalog #21 (Low resolution, for dial-up users) August 25, 2008

Certifications (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Declaration of Conformity - CopperLink™ Models 2158A, 2168A October 01, 2008
Declaration of Conformity - Models 1058, 1068, 2158, 2168 March 01, 2007

Data Sheets (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Model 2168 Datasheet October 23, 2009
Model 2168 Datasheet (A4 page size) October 23, 2009
Patton Industrial Solutions Guide November 05, 2007
Model 2168 Rev B FAQs November 10, 2006
Model 2168 Rev B GO CARD November 10, 2006
Model 2172 FAQs October 24, 2006
Model 2172 Go Card October 24, 2006
Model 2168 FAQs July 01, 2002
Model 2168 Go Card July 01, 2002

Manuals (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Model 2168A & 2158A Manual April 21, 2010
Model 2158, 2168 Manual October 24, 2006

News Releases
Patton’s Long-Reach Broadband Extender Stretches Ethernet Beyond Technical Limits March 02, 2010
Ruggedized Ethernet Extender Expands Patton’s Industrial Product Line May 12, 2008
With Over 1,000 Networking Products to Offer, Patton Publishes Dual Catalogs May 22, 2007
Patton Unveils Industrial First-mile-Ethernet and Outdoor-VoIP Equipment at GlobalComm 2006 June 06, 2006
Patton Hardens Communication Products April 05, 2006
Patton Receives Technology Champion Award February 01, 2006
Patton Unveils DSL, Telephony-Over-IP, and LAN Extension Technologies at CeBIT 2003. February 21, 2003

Product/Solutions Guides (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Cable Installers Product Guide February 18, 2010

White Papers (PDF) -- Requires Adobe Acrobat to view
Building a Bigger Pipe - Inverse Multiplexing for Transparent Ethernet Bridging over Bonded T1/E1s June 27, 2008