Redundant Power Supply Unit StarTech MCM-CHASSIS-PSU, 130W AC, 100–240V, Tool-Free Hot-Swappable, Fanless

Redundant Power Supply Unit StarTech MCM-CHASSIS-PSU provides 130 W of AC power and is designed to fit the redundant bay of the StarTech MCM15-MEDIA-CHASSIS. The module accepts a wide-range 100–240 V AC input with 2.5 A input current and installs without tools for quick slot-in replacement. Its fanless design relies on chassis airflow for cooling, enabling quiet operation in rack environments while delivering reliable power to media converter installations. The compact black module is TAA compliant and certified to FCC and RoHS standards, with an estimated MTBF of approximately 50,000 hours.

Advantages

The power supply provides uninterrupted 130 W output to maintain continuous operation across up to fifteen media converter slots in the MCM15 chassis. Tool-free, hot-swappable installation allows replacement without powering down the chassis, supporting automatic failover and zero-downtime maintenance. Fanless operation reduces noise and moving parts, while the universal 100–240 V AC input ensures compatibility in global deployments. TAA compliance and regulatory certifications support use in environments with procurement or regulatory requirements.

Suitable for

• Enterprise and campus networks requiring redundant power for media converters
• Internet service providers and metro network backbones
• Data center edge and on-premise installations with high-availability requirements
• Environments where silent operation is important (fanless cooling)
• Deployments that require TAA-compliant components

Key specifications

• Total power: 130 W
• Input voltage: 100–240 V AC
• Input current: 2.5 A
• Cooling: Fanless (chassis airflow)
• Design: Tool-free, hot-swappable module for redundant bay
• Estimated MTBF: ~50,000 hours
• Colour: Black
• Certifications: FCC, RoHS, TAA compliant

How to use

Insert the module into the redundant power bay of the StarTech MCM15-MEDIA-CHASSIS while the chassis remains powered; the tool-free design allows the unit to slide into place and engage automatically with the chassis power backplane. If replacing an existing module, remove the failed unit from its slot and slide the replacement into the same bay to trigger automatic failover. Ensure the chassis is mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's guidance so that airflow is maintained for passive cooling.

Usage recommendations

Install a second identical power supply in the complementary redundant bay to enable full redundancy. Verify AC input voltage compatibility at the installation site and maintain unobstructed chassis ventilation to ensure proper fanless cooling. For mission-critical environments, schedule periodic checks of power connections and monitor the chassis power status indicators for early detection of faults.