The WCM1400 Ethernet Extender over bonded E1 or T1 is a low cost Ethernet Converter & Carrier Ethernet Service delivery unit, offering end to end management using 802.3ah OAM, and customer site LAN extension from twisted pair 10/100/1000BaseT and 100Base/1000Base-X fibre over up to 4 Clear-Channel or Fractional E1 or T1 leased line services.
Gigabit Ethernet Extension over up to 4x bonded E1 or T1

- 10Mb/100Mb/Gigabit Ethernet Extension over 4x Fractional E1 or T1 services
- Use either for individual Point-to-Point links, offering seamless Ethernet bandwidth over up to 4 ‘bonded’ WAN circuits between two locations, or as a small Central Site Aggregator, serving combinations of single and/or bonded E1 or T1 links to between one and four separate locations
- Four RJ45 plus single SFP flexible media port, offering local Switched Ethernet connections up to 1Gbps
- Mini Jumbo Frame Support (up to 2048bytes)
- Fully manageable via Serial Terminal (user-friendly context-sensitive menu system), Telnet/SSH, SNMP and Web Browser
- TACACS+ for secure authentication
- 802.3ah Carrier Ethernet OAM protocol support, for Connectivity Management
- Integrated 'Bit Error Rate Testing' (BERT) for WAN link verification and troubleshooting
- 802.1q VLAN support with prioritisation based on 802.1p and/or DSCP markers
- Bandwidth control per Ethernet Port and Priority queue (also for Broadcast traffic), enabling differentiated traffic QoS
- Flexible Ethernet encapsulation schemes, including support for GFP standard for inter-operability
- Link Loss Forwarding
- RSTP support
- LED status indicators
- Alarm Extension Relay
- Robust metal casing, made in the UK to high quality standards
- Integral auto-sensing power supply (100-250V AC or -48V DC versions)
- 12V & 24V DC PSU variants also available on request
- Easy to install & maintain
- 1-port E1/T1, 8-port bonded E1/T1 and 16-port bonded E1/T1 versions also available
- BNC Version available, details available upon request
MC12000 supporting Multiple Carrier Ethernet Demarcation / LAN Extension Devices
This application shows an MC12000 MetroCONNECT chassis with WCC1400 modules, supporting multiple WCM1400 Ethernet Extenders over bonded E1 or T1 services. The MetroCONNECT and WCM1400 together offer Ethernet Extension and Ethernet demarcation, with remote management via 802.3ah OAM. Various service delivery options are available including fibre, copper, and fibre plus copper over up to 4 Fractional E1 or T1 circuits. Comprehensive remote network management access is available via the MetroCONNECT including end to end remote management using 802.3ah OAM. 10M, 100M and Gigabit Ethernet applications can all be supported, as can Mini Jumbo frames.
WCM1400 delivering Ethernet Extension services from an MPLS core network
This application shows an WCM1400 unit being used as the Ethernet Extension demarcation device to deliver a Carrier Ethernet service from an MPLS core network. A wide choice of Ethernet connectivity is available for the user via the 10/100/1000baseT and SFP fibre ports. OAM support means that the WCM1400 can be remotely managed by the central network management system using standards based OAM packets. GFP is supported allowing single ended use with aggregation platforms in the core network.
WCM1400 units performing Ethernet service demarcation and media conversion
This application shows how a pair of WCM1400 units can be used to offer Ethernet service demarcation and Ethernet Extension functionality either over up to 4 Fractional E1 or T1 circuits.
WCM1400 units performing aggregation of services on multiple sites
This application shows how VLANs can also be used to select which site to forward user data to, e.g. when using a WCM1400 unit supporting four E1 ports at a central site supporting up to four sites with WCM1100 units each supporting a single E1 port.
The WCM1400 is a member of the MetroCONNECT family, offering Managed LAN extension over either Clear-Channel or Fractional E1 or T1 Wide Area Networks.The WCM1400 supports four locally switched RJ45 LAN interfaces, three of which are for 10/100Mbps connections and the fourth supporting 1Gbps. A further LAN interface is provided via an SFP port, offering the flexibility of a wide variety of fibre interface options. Over-sized Ethernet frames are supported.
Ethernet VLANs are supported, either by pass-through of existing Tags or by the Push and Pop of Tags on ingress and egress at Ethernet ports. Pre-embedded prioritisation schemes can be honoured, or alternatively prioritisation can be over-written under Management control.Bandwidth limitation per port and per prioritisation can be implemented, providing a mechanism for differentiated QoS for different services. Management is offered via each of Serial Terminal connection, Telnet, SNMP or Web Browser application. Management security is offered via SSH and TACACS+ authentication. Support is also offered for ‘Carrier Ethernet’ Link OAM Management (IEEE 802.3ah), enabling status information to be shared with connected equipment if required.
In line with all other members of the MetroCONNECT Ethernet Service Delivery family, the WCM1400 supports Metrodata’s ‘zero-touch’ installation process, eliminating the need for skilled resources for remote-site installations.
The WCM1400 supports integrated ‘Bit Error Rate Testing’ (BERT), an invaluable aid during both installation and subsequent troubleshooting. This facility enables integrity testing of the WAN link, prior to application of Ethernet traffic, eliminating doubt as to the location of connectivity problems.
Ethernet traffic is encapsulated by the WCM1400, for transmission over an E1 or T1 link, using a number of optional schema including support for the ITU-T G.8040 standard ‘Generic Framing Procedure’ (GFP). The product can be used for Point-to-Point links, using two WCM1400 products joined via multiply ‘bonded’ terrestrial or wireless (e.g. microwave) WAN services, to provide seamless Ethernet bandwidth of up to ~8Mbps between two locations. Alternatively, the product can be used in conjunction with other members of the MetroCONNECT product family, including the WCM1100,WCM1800,WCM1820 and MC12000 Ethernet Service Delivery Chassis. As a small ‘Central Site’ aggregator, the WCM1400 may serve combinations of single and/or bonded WAN links to between one and four separate locations.
The WCM1400 is available in a choice of 100-250 VAC or -48 VDC integrated power supplies.
The WCM1400 can easily be rack mounted in either a 1U two unit rack mount kit, a 6U eighteen unit rack mount kit.
The WCM1400 is part of a wide range of LAN extension products from Metrodata.
WAN Port Specs | |
Port | 4-port Fractional E1/T1 conforming to G.703 |
Interface | E1: RJ45 (120 ohm) T1: RJ45 (100 ohm) |
Framing | E1: G.704 (with or without CRC4) or unframed T1: ESF |
Line Coding | E1: HDB3 T1: B8ZS |
Bit Rate | E1: 2.048Mbps +/- 50 ppm T1: 1.544Mbps +/- 50ppm |
1000Base-X Fibre Interface | |
Port | IEEE802.3z 1000BaseX |
Interface | Dual LC connectors |
SFP 1000Base SX | |
Wavelength | 850nm multimode |
TX Power | -9.5 to -3dBm |
Max Rx input power | 0dBm |
Rx sensitivity | -17 to 0dBm |
Optical loss budget | 7.5dB (550m) |
SFP 1000Base LX | |
Wavelength | 1300nm singlemode |
TX Power | -9.5 to -3dBm |
Max Rx input power | -3dBm |
Rx sensitivity | -19 to -3dBm |
Optical loss budget | 9.5dB (10km) |
10/100/1000BaseT Electrical Interface | |
Port | 4x 10/100/1000BaseT with auto-negotiation and Jumbo frame support |
Interface | RJ45 (Auto Crossover MDI/MDIX) |
Operating mode | Auto Negotiate, 10M, 100M, 1000M, Full Duplex, Half Duplex |
LEDs | Link, Activity, Speed |
Compliance & Approvals | |
Safety | EN60950 |
IEC60825-1 Class 1 Laser Eye Safety | |
EMC | EMC EN55032 |
Environment | |
Temperature | 0 - 50 deg C |
0 - 95% RH, non condensing | |
Storage Temp | -40 to 100 deg C |
Pressure | 86 - 106 kPa |
Power Supply Options | |
-48 VDC | -36 to -72V DC, 125 - 65 mA |
AC Mains | 100 - 250V AC, 50 - 60Hz, 60 - 25mA |
Power Consumption | 6 watts approx when operating |
Packaging | |
Type | 1U 19 inch rack mount |
Dimensions | 435 x 213 x 43 mm (W x D x H) |
Order Code | ||
Product | AC Mains: 100 - 250 VAC | DC Power: -48 VDC |
WCM1400 | 80-70-4542 | 80-71-4542 |
Product variants with 12V to 24V DC operation are also available on request.
If you require further information please contact our sales team with your requirements.
Commonly used SFP transceivers | Order Code | Description |
1000baseT Gigabit Ethernet | 80-31-001 | Copper Interface RJ45 connector |
1Gbps Multimode 550m 850nm | 80-31-011 | Multimode interface fibre optic loss budget 7.5dB |
1Gbps Singlemode 10km 1300nm | 80-31-031 | Singlemode interface fibre optic loss budget 9.5dB |
1Gbps Singlemode 40km 1300nm | 80-31-033 | Singlemode interface fibre optic loss budget 18dB |
1Gbps Singlemode 80km 1550nm | 80-31-042 | Singlemode interface fibre optic loss budget 20dB |
100Mbps Multimode 2km 1300nm | 80-30-021 | Multimode interface fibre optic loss budget 8.5dB |
100Mbps Singlemode 10km 1300nm | 80-30-031 | Singlemode interface fibre optic loss budget 13dB |
100Mbps Singlemode 40km 1300nm | 80-30-033 | Singlemode interface fibre optic loss budget 20dB |
100Mbps Singlemode 80km 1550nm | 80-30-042 | Singlemode interface fibre optic loss budget 29dB |
Other SFPs are available on request including long haul, 1550nm, CWDM and bi-directional.
Whilst the MetroCONNECT product range uses industry standard user exchangeable SFPs, it is recommended that these are purchased from Metrodata to guarantee their specification and compatibility with each other.
If you require another SFP please Contact our Sales Team contact our sales team with your requirements.
MetroCONNECT Managed Carrier Ethernet Service Demarcation
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- FCM9005 Multi-port 1Gbps Advanced Ethernet Demarcation Device with L2/L3 Traffic Test & Monitoring
- FCM10G05 10Gbps Advanced Ethenet Demarcation Device with L2/L3 Traffic Test & Monitoring
MetroCONNECT Ethernet Service Delivery Products - Chassis System
- MetroConnect Carrier Ethernet Service Delivery Platform
- FCC9000: Dual 10/100/1000baseT to 1000base-X Ethernet Media Converter Module
- WCC1400 MetroConnect Ethernet over 4-port Fractional E1/T1 LAN Extension Module
- WCC1800 MetroConnect Ethernet over 8-port Fractional E1/T1 LAN Extension Module
- WCC3200 MetroConnect Ethernet over 2-port Fractional E3/DS3 LAN Extension Module
- WCC5200 MetroCONNECT Ethernet over Dual STM-1 LAN Extension Module
- WCC-Serial MetroConnect Ethernet over Serial Module
MetroCONNECT Ethernet Service Delivery Products - Standalone Units
- WC-Serial: WC-Serial Ethernet Converter to X.21, V.35 or EIA-530 Serial
- WC1000: WC1000 Unmanaged Fast Ethernet over E1 / T1
- WCM1100: Gigabit Ethernet Extender to E1 or T1
- WCM1101: 10/100Mb Ethernet Extender to E1 or T1
- WCM1400: WCM1400 Ethernet Extender over 4x bonded E1 or T1
- WCM1800: WCM1800 Ethernet Converter over 8x E1 or T1
- WCM1820: WCM1820 Ethernet Converter to 16x E1 or T1
- WCM3100: WCM3100 Ethernet Converter to E3 or DS3
- WCM3200: WCM3200 Ethernet Extender over 2x E3 or DS3
- WCM3400: Ethernet Aggregator for 4x E3 or DS3
- WCM5100: WCM5100 Gigabit Ethernet Converter to STM1 or OC3
- WCM-Serial: WCM-Serial Ethernet Converter to X.21, V.35 or EIA-530 Serial
- LHM1000: LHM1000 Ethernet Converter to HSSI Serial
Ethernet Media Converters
- FC7X00: Fast Ethernet copper to fibre conversion media converter, i.e. 10/100baseT to 100baseF, over multimode or singlemode cable, with both short-haul or long-haul applications being supported.
- FCM5000: Managed 1Gb Ethernet Media Converter (copper to fibre conversion) and Entry Level Ethernet Demarcation Device
- FC5000: Gigabit Ethernet copper to fibre conversion media converter, i.e. 10/100/1000baseT to 1000baseSX or 10/100/1000baseT to 1000baseLX
- FC2X00: Fast Ethernet fibre mode media converter, i.e. 100baseF multimode to 100baseF singlemode, with both short-haul or long-haul singlemode applications being supported.
- FC-GigE: Gigabit Ethernet fibre mode conversion, i.e. 1000baseSX to 1000baseLX.
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