Link — Media Converter In Cisco Packet Tracer

You might wonder: Do real networks use these? Yes, but they are considered "legacy survival tools." Modern best practices use directly in switches. However, in certification labs (CCNA) and real-world scenarios where you cannot upgrade a switch, media converters are essential.

When to use this: modeling an access switch with copper-connected PCs and a fiber uplink to a distribution switch or core. media converter in cisco packet tracer link

From PC-A, ping PC-B:

To bridge an Ethernet (Copper) connection to a Fiber connection, follow these methods: Modular Switch Method Select a modular switch, such as the Generic Switch-PT Open the device tab and turn the power Drag and drop a fiber module, such as the GLC-LH-SMD (1000Base-LX/LH SFP), into an empty slot. Turn the power back . You can now connect a Copper Straight-Through cable to one port and a cable to the SFP port. PT-Cloud (Bridge) Method Select the Network Devices > WAN Emulation You might wonder: Do real networks use these