Gigabit Ethernet Modules - 3Com CoreBuilder 3500 Getting Started Manual

Gigabit Ethernet Modules

Gigabit Ethernet modules are supported in the
following configurations:
1000BASE-SX
The single-port Gigabit Ethernet module supports
1000BASE-SX MMF in either 62.5-micron or
50-micron multimode fiber.
1000BASE GBIC
The single-port GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter)
module uses a 1000BASE GBIC transceiver to
connect to your Gigabit Ethernet network.
Each system can accommodate up to four Gigabit
Ethernet modules. The modules are hot-swappable.
To ensure optimal performance, compatibility, and
regulatory compliance, use only GBIC transceivers and
conditioned launch cables that 3Com supports. For a
list of currently supported GBICs and launch cables,
visit this 3Com Web site:
http://www.3Com.com/gigabit_ethernet/gbics
For more information about GBIC transceivers, see
the GBIC Transceiver Installation Guide.
CoreBuilder 3500 Modules
Figure 6 illustrates the 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet
module. Figure 7 illustrates the 1000BASE GBIC
module.
Figure 6 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet Module
1000 BASE - SX
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Figure 7 1000BASE GBIC Module
1000 BASE (GBIC)
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For module installation instructions, see Chapter 3 or
the guide that is shipped with the module.
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