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Molex Introduces New ModLink Plug & Play Copper Solution
Posted OnOctober 24, 2008 by Sneha Latha
Lisle, Illinois USA — October 23, 2008 – Molex, a leading structured cabling system manufacturer, is pleased to announce the release of it’s ModLink Plug and Play Copper solution, a custom pre-terminated high density modular copper solution that is 100% factory tested.
Factory terminated Plug and Play solutions offer enterprises a number of advantages over traditional cabling systems. All cabling is delivered to site pre-terminated and as a result the deployment is faster and smoother. Plug and Play solutions are ideal for installations where quality, security and speed of implementation are paramount, in most cases, high density environments. Typical applications for Plug and Play solutions are: Data Centers, Storage Area Networks (SAN’s), Disaster Recovery Networks or temporary cabling systems.
The ModLink solution utilizes the patented Molex iPass™ connector- a low profile slim line I/O connector designed specifically for high density applications. The connector is made from die-cast zinc alloy and has a narrow latch-pull design that enables swift and positive connect or disconnect. The connector accommodates a 24 pair cable and the overall cable diameter is significantly less than that of the multiple RJ45 cables used in traditional systems – this assists with airflow and cooling in cable-dense applications. The iPass connector provides a consistent & reliable performance up to Gigabit Ethernet speeds.
Each ModLink cassette supports 6 or 12 RJ45 ports in a 2 row format and easily slides in and out of the ModLink panels allowing speedy installations in switch or server applications. The simple design of the cassette allows for fast upgrades or expansion of systems in the future, with minimum installation time. The cassettes offer reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance and help keep the cost of ownership at low manageable levels as usage of critical capacity rack space is greatly reduced.
The ModLink solution also consists of Distribution Cables, used as the interconnection cable between cassettes (with an iPass to iPass assembly), and Hydra Cable assemblies (iPass to 6 RJ45 plugs) predominantly used for panel to panel or switch to Panel links.
All Molex Premise Network systems are backed by a 25-year Product, System Performance and Application Assurance Warranty when installed as a certified system by a Molex Certified Installer. When you specify a Molex Premise Networks solution you benefit from global resources, standards exceeding performance levels and innovative solutions. For further information regarding the Molex ModLink Plug & Play Copper Solution and supporting products, please contact Product Manager Jim Duran at jim.duran@molex.com.
About Molex:
Molex Incorporated is a 70-year-old manufacturer of electronic components, including electrical and fiber optic interconnection products and systems, switches and integrated products; with 58 plants in 19 countries in five continents. Molex manufactures a wide portfolio of products specific to the transmission of voice, data and, video imaging signals. In supplying innovative structured cabling solutions world-wide, the Molex reputation is one of technological excellence. Molex offers a comprehensive range of both Category 5e and Category 6 products for virtually any application. These products exceed all relevant international performance standards, including TIA/EIA 568-B, ISO/IEC 11801:2002 and AS/NZS 3080:2002, maximizing user return on investment by extending the useful life of the system. www.molexpn.com.
Factory terminated Plug and Play solutions offer enterprises a number of advantages over traditional cabling systems. All cabling is delivered to site pre-terminated and as a result the deployment is faster and smoother. Plug and Play solutions are ideal for installations where quality, security and speed of implementation are paramount, in most cases, high density environments. Typical applications for Plug and Play solutions are: Data Centers, Storage Area Networks (SAN’s), Disaster Recovery Networks or temporary cabling systems.
The ModLink solution utilizes the patented Molex iPass™ connector- a low profile slim line I/O connector designed specifically for high density applications. The connector is made from die-cast zinc alloy and has a narrow latch-pull design that enables swift and positive connect or disconnect. The connector accommodates a 24 pair cable and the overall cable diameter is significantly less than that of the multiple RJ45 cables used in traditional systems – this assists with airflow and cooling in cable-dense applications. The iPass connector provides a consistent & reliable performance up to Gigabit Ethernet speeds.
Each ModLink cassette supports 6 or 12 RJ45 ports in a 2 row format and easily slides in and out of the ModLink panels allowing speedy installations in switch or server applications. The simple design of the cassette allows for fast upgrades or expansion of systems in the future, with minimum installation time. The cassettes offer reliable Gigabit Ethernet performance and help keep the cost of ownership at low manageable levels as usage of critical capacity rack space is greatly reduced.
The ModLink solution also consists of Distribution Cables, used as the interconnection cable between cassettes (with an iPass to iPass assembly), and Hydra Cable assemblies (iPass to 6 RJ45 plugs) predominantly used for panel to panel or switch to Panel links.
All Molex Premise Network systems are backed by a 25-year Product, System Performance and Application Assurance Warranty when installed as a certified system by a Molex Certified Installer. When you specify a Molex Premise Networks solution you benefit from global resources, standards exceeding performance levels and innovative solutions. For further information regarding the Molex ModLink Plug & Play Copper Solution and supporting products, please contact Product Manager Jim Duran at jim.duran@molex.com.
About Molex:
Molex Incorporated is a 70-year-old manufacturer of electronic components, including electrical and fiber optic interconnection products and systems, switches and integrated products; with 58 plants in 19 countries in five continents. Molex manufactures a wide portfolio of products specific to the transmission of voice, data and, video imaging signals. In supplying innovative structured cabling solutions world-wide, the Molex reputation is one of technological excellence. Molex offers a comprehensive range of both Category 5e and Category 6 products for virtually any application. These products exceed all relevant international performance standards, including TIA/EIA 568-B, ISO/IEC 11801:2002 and AS/NZS 3080:2002, maximizing user return on investment by extending the useful life of the system. www.molexpn.com.