FibroLAN CTF6/M User And Installation Manual

Multichannel ethernet media converters

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FibroL
Fiberoptic Networking
CTF6/M and CTF12/M
Multichannel Ethernet Media Converters
User and Installation Guide
Date: August 2001
Version: 1.1
Printed in Israel
FibroLAN Ltd.
Shaar Yoqneam Industrial Park, P.O. Box 200, Yokneam-Illit, 20692 ISRAEL
Tel: 972-4-9591717
Fax: 972-4-9591718
e-mail: support@fibrolan.com
web site: www.fibrolan.com
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  • Page 1 FibroL Fiberoptic Networking CTF6/M and CTF12/M Multichannel Ethernet Media Converters User and Installation Guide Date: August 2001 Version: 1.1 Printed in Israel FibroLAN Ltd. Shaar Yoqneam Industrial Park, P.O. Box 200, Yokneam-Illit, 20692 ISRAEL Tel: 972-4-9591717 Fax: 972-4-9591718 e-mail: support@fibrolan.com...
  • Page 2: System Models

    10Base-T twisted pair port and a 10Base-FL fiber optic port. The CTF6/M unit features six channels, providing you with six individual media converters, while the CTF12/M unit features twelve channels, giving you twelve individual media converters.
  • Page 3: Twisted Pair And Fiber Optic Ports

    The twisted pair and fiber optic ports on the unit are paired together (see figure 3). Each pair is reffered to as a “channel” and each channel functions as an independent media converter. The CTF6/M Multichannel Media Converter has six channels while the CTF12/M Multichannel Media Converter has twelve channels.
  • Page 4: Channel Leds

    The CTF6/M/12 is transparent to the HDX/FDX modes of the interconnected devices. When planning an optical network based on the CTF6/12M you have to take care of mainly this issue: the proper duplex mode of the entire network.
  • Page 5: Management Ports

    Figure 6 illustrates an example of a network that incorporates an CTF6/M unit to interconnect dispersed network devices. At the top of the topology is an Fast Ethernet (dual speed) switch.
  • Page 6 SWITCH SERVER Workstations FibroLAN CTF6/M POWER BKUP MAIN figure 6 – Network topology deployment example using CTF6/12M...
  • Page 7: Installing The Multichannel Media Converter

    Installing The Multichannel Media Converter The following sections explain how to install the unit onto your network. The unit can be installed as a standalone system (such as on a desk) or in a standard 19-inch rack. Selecting a Site for the Multichannel Media Converter Be sure to observe the following requirements when choosing a site for your media converter: •...
  • Page 8 • Four self-adhesive rubber feet • This installation guide If any of the above items are missing or damaged, contact your FibroLAN representative. Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you install the media converter. __________________________caution___________________________________________ •...
  • Page 9: Installing The Multichannel Media Converter As A Standalone Unit

    • to de-energize equipment, Power cord is used as a disconnection device: disconnect the power cord. • this equipment must be earthed. The power plug Electrical-type class 1 equipment: must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet. An improperly connected socket outlet could place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts.
  • Page 10 __________________________________________________________________ Plug the power cord into the back of the unit and plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet. If you installed an optional S.CON/PS unit, plug its power cord into the power supply and the other end into a power outlet. ______________________caution_____________________________________ When connecting a power cord, you should always plug the power cord into the multichannel media converter first.
  • Page 11 the one covering the management module slot unit unless you intend to install the unit. ____________________________________________________________________ Place the mounting bracket over the mounting holes on one side of the unit. Insert the three screws provided with the unit and tighten with a suitable screwdriver. Repeat step 4 and step 5 to install the remaining bracket on the other side of the unit.
  • Page 12: Operating The Multichannel Media Converter

    Verifying the Installation The purpose of the procedure in this section is to test the unit by checking the F/O link integrity. Verify that the MAIN LED is a steady amber, indicating that the unit is receiving power. If you installed an optional redundant power supply, check that the BCKP LED is a steady green.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    T-LNK Steady Green A link exists between the twisted pair port and the node to which the port is connected. F-LNK Steady Green A link exists between the fiber optic port and the node to which it is connected. ACTIVE Flashing Amber The fiber optic port is receiving data.
  • Page 14: Resetting The Unit

    If a LINK LED of a port is lit but there is a communication problem with the port, check the following: • Check to be sure that the node connected to the port is operating at 10 Mbps. • Check to be sure that the duplex setting is set the same on the two nodes connected to the twisted pair and fiber optic ports of a channel on the media converter.
  • Page 15: Warranty

    Input Supply Voltage 110-120/200-240 VAC DC, 50 to 60 Hz -36 to -72VDC optional Power Consumption 35 Watts maximum Warranty The multichannel media converter has a full 12 months warranty. Appendix Standards: this product meets the following standards. U.S Federal Communications Commission Radiated energy Note: this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 FCC Rules.
  • Page 16: Safety Warnings

    THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED. Power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts. • PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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