Configuring the optical network at home
Optical network installation at home: Essential Tools and Techniques
Optical networking offers significantly higher data transmission speeds than traditional cables, making it ideal for high-speed Internet connections and home networks. ELFCAM will present recommendations for essential products and their practical applications to perfect your home optical network installation.
How does it work?
A HOME-MADE solution Universal proposed by ELFCAM very simple and very integral for your home. ELFCAM offers you this Simple and Plug-and-Play solution for the particular, private and expandable optical network. ELFCAM has already equipped more than 40 homes with this cutting-edge technology.
The key components of an optical network
SC Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber Optic Converter
The fiber optic converter is an essential device that transforms light signals into electrical signals and vice versa. It serves as a bridge between optical fiber and electronic equipment, ensuring smooth data transmission.
In practice, 2 Fiber Optic Converter allows you to connect a simplified network without the need for SFP (SFP is already integrated in fiber-to-ethernet converter), plug-and-play.
- Maximum Ethernet Cable Output: 4
- Maximum Fiber Output: 1
- SFP: Integrated (1.25Gb)
- Waterfall: No
Fiber Ethernet Port4-Port4 Converter 59,99 € TTC
SC/APC TO SC/APC Fiber Optic Cable 5,99 € TTC
Ethernet Network Cable 6,99 € TTC
Fiber Optic Switch
This device is used to connect multiple devices to an optical network. It allows light signals to be directed to the appropriate device, thereby optimizing data distribution within the network.
Fiber Optic Switch allows you to install a very simple, cascaded and expandable, plug-and-play fiber optic network.
- Maximum Ethernet Cable Output: 8
- Maximum Fiber Output: 8
- SFP: 1.25Gb
- Waterfall: Yes
Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4 SFP Ports and 2 Ethernet Ports 79,99 € TTC
SC/APC TO SC/APC Fiber Optic Cable 5,99 € TTC
Ethernet Network Cable 6,99 € TTC
1.25G SFP Module, Single Mode SC 39,99 € TTC
1.25G Fiber-to-Ethernet Converter without SFP 21,99 € TTC
Fiber Optic Switch + Integrated SFP Converter
You can also create a network between fiber optic switch and the integrated SFP converter.
- Converter A = Converter with a 1310nm Single-mode SC SFP
- Converter B = Converter with a 1550nm Single-mode SC SFP
- SFP: 1.25Gb
SC/APC TO SC/APC Fiber Optic Cable 5,99 € TTC
Ethernet Network Cable 6,99 € TTC
1.25G SFP Module, Single Mode SC 39,99 € TTC
Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4 SFP Ports and 2 Ethernet Ports 79,99 € TTC
4 Port - 4 Port Fiber Ethernet Converter (Integrated SFP) 59,99 € TTC
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| PoE Ethernet port | * | 4*10/100/1000Mbps | 8*10/100/1000Mbps | 16*10/100/1000bps | ||
| Ethernet port | 2*10/100/1000Mbps | 8*10/100/1000Mbps | 5*10/100/1000/2500Mbps | 1*10/100/1000Mbps | 2*uplink*10/100/1000Mbps | 2*uplink*10/100/1000Mbps |
| SFP port | 4*SFP | 8*SFP | 2*SFP+ | 2*SFP | 2*SFP | 2*SFP |
| Switching Capacity | 60 Gbps | 60 Gbps | 60 Gbps | 60 Gbps | 60 Gbps | 60 Gbps |
| Lightning Protection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fanless Design | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Metal case | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4 SFP Ports and 2 Ethernet Ports 79,99 € TTC
SC/APC TO SC/APC Fiber Optic Cable 5,99 € TTC
Ethernet Network Cable 6,99 € TTC
1.25G SFP Module, Single Mode SC 39,99 € TTC
1.25G Fiber-to-Ethernet Converter without SFP 21,99 € TTC
Gigabit Switch With 4 SFP Ports And 2 Ethernet Ports 79,99 € TTC
Gigabit Switch with 2 SFP Ports and 8 POE Ethernet Ports 179,99 € TTC
10Gb network
10Gb networking, or 10 gigabit per second networking, is a speed standard for optical connections (backward compatible for SFP and SFP+). It offers ten times greater transmission capacity than traditional networks, ensuring an unprecedented user experience in terms of streaming, online gaming and downloading.
By equipping with a switch with SFP+ ports, you can simply create a 10 GB / 1 GB network.
- Maximum Ethernet+ Cable Output: 5
- Maximum Fiber Output: 2
- SFP: 10G/1.25G
- Waterfall: Yes
Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 2 SFP+ Ports and 5 Ethernet Ports 149,99 € TTC
SC/APC TO SC/APC Fiber Optic Cable 5,99 € TTC
Ethernet Network Cable 6,99 € TTC
1.25G SFP Module, Single Mode SC 39,99 € TTC
Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4 SFP Ports and 2 Ethernet Ports 79,99 € TTC
Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 2 SFP+ Ports and 5 Ethernet Ports 149,99 € TTC
10Gbps SFP+ LC/UPC OM3 OM4 39,99 € TTC
LC/UPC Optical Fiber – LC/UPC OM3 Duplex 7,69 € TTC
Steps to configure your optical network
Needs Assessment : First of all, it is crucial to assess your connectivity needs. How many devices do you want to connect? What is the size of your home?
Choice of components : Depending on your needs, select the appropriate components. Make sure you choose quality devices, compatible with the 10Gb standard if necessary.
Physical installation : Start by installing optical fiber in your home. Be sure to protect it from outside elements and avoid creases or twists.
Device configuration : Once the fiber is in place, connect your devices to the fiber optic switch. Use the converter to connect fiber to your modem or router.
Testing the connection : Finally, test your network to make sure everything is working properly. If you have problems, check the device manuals or call a professional.
In conclusion, installing an optical home network may seem complex, but with the right tools and careful planning, our products offer unrivaled benefits in speed and reliability. If you are considering switching to fiber optics, do not hesitate to find out more and invest in our quality components.
