N48LSM16X16 - Network Equipment Tripp Lite - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	1U Passive MPO/MTP Patch Panel
Brand	Tripp Lite
Model	N48LSM-16X16
Form Factor	1U (48.26 cm wide, 4.45 cm high)
Number of Ports	16 MPO/MTP ports (8 front spine + 8 rear leaf)
Architecture	Spine-and-leaf, replacement for MPO/MTP-LC cross-connect
Housing Material	Steel
Estimated Weight	Approximately 1.5 kg
Power	None (passive)
Main Functions	Fiber optic distribution, space reduction, spine-leaf architecture
Connector Type	MPO/MTP female
Cable Management	Adjustable front and rear cable management system
Mounting	Standard EIA 19-inch rack, extendable side brackets
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean connectors with suitable optical kits, avoid dust and moisture
Safety	Do not look directly into fibers, use protective caps
Warranty	Limited lifetime (repair or replacement)
Spare Parts and Repairability	Not user-serviceable, contact Tripp Lite support
General Information	Designed for data centers, continuous improvement, specifications subject to change

Frequently Asked Questions - N48LSM16X16 Tripp Lite

What is the difference between spine and leaf ports on this panel?

The spine ports (front) connect to the spine switch, and the leaf ports (rear) connect to the leaf switch, simplifying network architecture.

How to install the N48LSM-16X16 panel in a rack?

Extend the front and rear side brackets, secure them with the provided screws, then mount the panel in a standard EIA 19-inch rack and tighten the screws.

What type of MPO/MTP cables to use with this panel?

Use multimode MPO/MTP cables with female connectors matching the panel ports.

Can I use this panel with LC connectors?

No, this panel is designed only for MPO/MTP connectors. To use LC, an adapter or another panel model is required.

What warranty does Tripp Lite offer for this panel?

A limited lifetime warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, with repair or replacement at the seller's option.

How to clean the panel connectors?

Use a specific optical cleaning kit for MPO/MTP connectors, such as lint-free swabs and isopropyl alcohol.

Is this panel compatible with standard network switches?

Yes, it is designed to interface with spine and leaf switches that have MPO/MTP ports.

What are the exact dimensions of the panel?

The panel occupies 1U (48.26 cm wide, 4.45 cm high). Depth varies depending on brackets, approximately 25-30 cm.

Is there an integrated cable management system?

Yes, the panel has adjustable cable managers at the front and rear to organize fibers.

Where to find additional information or support?

Visit tripplite.com/support or contact Tripp Lite at 1111 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL 60609.

USER MANUAL N48LSM16X16 Tripp Lite

Spine-and-Leaf Multimode MPO/MTP Panels, 1U

Models: N48LSM-16X16, N48LSM-32X32

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Main Components

The N48LSM-16X16 and N48LSM-32X32 1U network panels are designed for spine-and-leaf architecture, which replaces a standard MPO/MTP-to-LC cross-connect with MPO/MTP ports and helps eliminate significant rack clutter. Spine ports in the front of the panel mate with a spine switch, and leaf ports in the rear mate with a leaf switch. Main components of the panels are shown below:

Installation

Step 1: Extend the front and back side brackets, and secure the side screws.

Installation

Step 2: Remove screws, rotate the front and back wire manager, and then tighten the screws.

Step 3: Mount the panel into an EIA-standard 19-inch rack, and secure the screws.

Network Mapping

Warranty and Product Registration

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in material and workmanship for its lifetime. If the product should prove defective in material or workmanship within that period, Seller will repair or replace the product, in its sole discretion. Service under this Warranty can only be obtained by your delivering or shipping the product (with all shipping or delivery charges prepaid) to: Tripp Lite, 1111 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL 60609. Seller will pay return shipping charges.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OR TO DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT, MISUSE, ABUSE OR NEGLECT. SELLER MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTY OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTYES, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTYES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE; AND THIS WARRANTY EXPRESSLY EXCUSES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.)

WARNING: The individual user should take care to determine prior to use whether this device is suitable, adequate or safe for the use intended. Since individual applications are subject to great variation, the manufacturer makes no representation or warranty as to the suitability or fitness of these devices for any specific application.

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Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.

Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Photos and illustrations may differ slightly from actual products.

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Spine-and-Leaf Multimode MPO/MTP-panels, 1-HE

Modelle: N48LSM-16X16, N48LSM-32X32

English 1 • Espanol 5 • Français 9 • Pycckn 13

Manufacturing Excellence.

1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA · tripplite.com/support

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1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA · triplite.com/support