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SMC TigerSwitch Modules
Installation Guide
Introduction
The SMC TigerSwitch modules can be installed into the SMC6624M switch
to provide 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps connections to other compatible
network devices.
This document describes how to install, verify, and troubleshoot the
following SMC TigerSwitch modules:
1000BASE-SX-SC
TX
1000BASE-LX-SC
TX
100/1000BASE-T
100BASE-FX-SC MMF
TX
Use these modules for the following network connectivity:
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1000BASE-SX module—1000 Mbps operation over multimode fiber-
optic cable
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1000BASE-LX module—1000 Mbps operation over either single-
mode or multimode fiber-optic cable
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100/1000BASE-T module—1000 or 100 Mbps operation over Cate-
gory 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-
pair (STP) cables
100BASE-FX SC module—100 Mbps operation over multimode
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fiber-optic cable
For more information on the cables used with these modules and the
supported cable lengths, see page 4.
SMC6624GSSC 1000BASE-SX module
RX
SMC6624GSSC
SMC6624GLSC 1000BASE-LX module
RX
SMC6624GLSC
SMC6624GT 100/1000BASE-T module
SMC6624GT
SMC6624FMSC 100BASE-FX module
RX
SMC6624FMSC
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  • Page 1 SMC TigerSwitch Modules Installation Guide Introduction The SMC TigerSwitch modules can be installed into the SMC6624M switch to provide 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps connections to other compatible network devices. This document describes how to install, verify, and troubleshoot the following SMC TigerSwitch modules: 1000BASE-SX-SC SMC6624GSSC 1000BASE-SX module...
  • Page 2: Installation Notes

    Installation Notes Please read these notes before proceeding. The SMC TigerSwitch modules are supported in the SMC TigerSwitch 10/100 SMC6624M switch only. Do not try to install the modules in any other SMC TigerSwitch devices. It is not necessary to turn off power to the SMC6624M switch before installing a module into it.
  • Page 3: Insert The Module Into The Slot

    Insert the Module into the Slot The modules are installed into the SMC6624M switch as follows: 1. Using a flat-bladed or Torx T-10 screwdriver, unscrew the two retaining screws on the slot cover plate or existing module, and remove it from the switch.
  • Page 4: Connect Network Cables To The Module Port

    Connect Network Cables to the Module Port The network cables identified in the table below should be used with the SMC TigerSwitch modules. Port Type Cable Type Length Limits Fiber-Optic Cables 62.5/125 µm or 50/125 µm core/ • 62.5 µm cable: 1000BASE-SX cladding diameter, graded-index, –...
  • Page 5 To connect a fiber-optic cable to a module: 17 18 Link 1000BASE-SX-SC Link 1. For fiber optic modules, remove 23 24 the plastic dust covers from the SMC6624GSSC cable connectors and from the notches module port. 2. Press the connector into the jack Fiber cable so that the tabs on the connector with duplex SC...
  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following problems may exist: The Link LED for the module is not on, even though the module is receiving power and the network cable is connected. Check the following: • Verify that the networked device at the other end of the cable is on. •...
  • Page 7: Specifications For The Smc Tigerswitch Modules

    Specifications for the SMC TigerSwitch Modules Laser The 1000BASE-SX and 1000BASE-LX modules are Class 1 Laser Products (Laser Klasse 1). They comply with IEC 825-2: 1993. Environmental Operating Non-Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Relative humidity: 15% to 95% at 40°C (104°F) 15% to 90% at 65°C (149°F)
  • Page 8: Mode Conditioning Patch Cord For 1000Base-Lx

    Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for 1000BASE-LX The following information applies to installations in which multimode fiber-optic cables are connected to a 1000BASE-LX module. Unlike 1000BASE-SX, which connects to only multimode fiber-optic cabling, 1000BASE-LX can use either single-mode or multimode cable. Multimode cable has a design characteristic called “Differential Mode Delay”, which requires that the transmission signals be “conditioned”...
  • Page 9: Installing The Patch Cord

    Installing the Patch Cord As shown in the illustration below, connect the patch cord to the 1000BASE- LX module with the section of single-mode fiber plugged in to the Tx (transmit) port. Then, connect the other end of the patch cord to your network cabling patch panel, or directly to the network multimode fiber.
  • Page 10: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All SMC products carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller.
  • Page 11 * SMC will provide warranty service for one year following discontinuance from the active SMC price list. Under the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies, fans, and cables are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase. SMC Networks, Inc. 6 Hughes Irvine, CA 92618...
  • Page 12 FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, CALL: From U.S.A. and Canada (24 hours, 7 days a week) (800) SMC-4-YOU; (949) 707-2400; (949) 707-2460 (Fax) From Europe (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM UK Greenwich Mean Time) 44 (0) 1188 748740; 44 (0) 1189 748741 (Fax) INTERNET E-mail addresses: techsupport@smc.com...

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