Practical Fiber Extension for Growing Networks
When you need to connect devices across longer distances than copper can handle, an ethernet fiber switch becomes the backbone of your network. The CL1604C is built for small to medium-sized businesses that want to bridge LAN segments or add fiber links without complex configuration. It gives you 16 100Base-X SFP slots for downstream devices — think IP cameras, access points, or workgroup switches — plus two 1000Base-X SFP slots and two 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 ports for uplinks to your core switch or internet gateway.
This switch is unmanaged, so you literally plug in fiber transceivers, connect your copper cables, and it starts forwarding traffic right away. No CLI, no web interface, no training needed. All ports support auto MDI/MDI-X and full-duplex transmission, which means you don’t have to worry about crossover cables or duplex mismatches. For IT admins managing a growing network, this translates to less time troubleshooting physical layer issues and more time on actual projects.
The metal casing and fanless design keep it running reliably in office environments, distribution closets, or even light industrial spaces. With a 10K jumbo frame support and 1Mbit cache, it handles bulk data transfers like video surveillance streams or large file copies without dropping packets. If your network spans multiple floors or buildings, this ethernet fiber switch gives you a cost-effective way to extend connectivity using single-mode or multi-mode fiber.
