New Ultra-High-Speed Ethernet Extender Breaks Another Barrier

Patton achieves downstream data rates up to 168 Mbps and extends Ethernet segments up to 10,000 feet (3 kilometers). Made in USA, the CopperLink™ 2174 sets the new standard for Ethernet speed and distance.

CopperLink™... Going the distance


GAITHERSBURG, MD: Patton—the leader in business and carrier-class VoIP, network access, connectivity, and video surveillance equipment—is now taking orders for the new, US-manufactured CopperLink™ 2174 series of ultra-high-speed Ethernet Extenders, with initial shipments expected during October.

Patton sports a long history of barrier-busting innovations in Ethernet Extension technology. Now, by designing and manufacturing a device that achieves downstream line rates up to 168 Mbps, the company breaks its own record once again.

By extending Ethernet up to 10,000 feet (3 kilometers) while operating over copper twisted-pair, coaxial or Cat 5 cabling, the CopperLink™ 2174 eliminates the expense and hassle of replacing installed cable infrastructure when inter-connecting IP-enabled devices.

For example, using the 2174, network engineers can leverage existing cabling infrastructure to:

• Convert legacy CCTV circuits (coaxial) to IP
• Replace serial RS-232/422/485 circuits (twisted-pair) with Ethernet connections
• Improve the Ethernet speed/distance performance of Cat 5/6/7 segments