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- Page 1 16-Port Dual Output Copper Tap TAP-100-2X16 HARDWARE GUIDE PN 2530040 September 2005 © 2005 Fluke Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
- Page 2 C C O O M M P P L L I I A A N N C C E E T T E E S S T T I I N N G G CAUTION Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Page 3: Limited Warranty & Limitation Of Liability
Ni-Cad, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries, cables or other peripherals are all considered parts or accessories. The warranty extends only to the original buyer or end user customer of a Fluke Networks authorized reseller, and does not apply to any product which, in Fluke Networks’ opinion, has been misused, abused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Informational description 6–7 Display detail 7–8 SPECIFICATIONS General PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel Rear panel 10–11 SWITCH REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT TAP-100-2X16 section removal 12–13 Switch section replacement DAISY-CHAIN ADDRESSING Connection instructions 14–15 Hardware installation 16–17 TROUBLESHOOTING CARE AND MAINTENANCE Avoiding rough handling... -
Page 5: Preface
The main section of this hardware guide is written assuming that you are installing the full- duplex TAP-100-2X16 with a network appliance as the nerve center of a network analyzing system. Further, it is assumed that switch configuration will take place at a central location using Fluke Networks switch control software for Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP following the procedure outlined in the Fluke Networks MANagents software guide. -
Page 6: Introduction
The TAP-100-2X16 affords the ultimate in network integrity. The unique design of the TAP-100-2X16 allows for effortless upgrades and enables the active components to be swapped without breaking network links. -
Page 7: Hardware Installation
Console Figure 1. TAP-100-2X16 connectivity diagram If you are familiar with other Fluke Networks switch installations, please note that the TAP-100-2X16 Copper Tap is unique in that the Network Type (Insert or Non-Insert) and Etherate (10BASE-T or 100BASE-T) for each port connection must be specified for each inline channel — as described in... - Page 8 Most NICs support auto-negotiation, but in many cases, they do not negotiate very well — if at all. If the network device connected to the TAP-100-2X16 1-16 port upper connector DOES NOT auto-negotiate, a cross-over cable must be used to make the upper port connection.
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Page 9: Informational Description
Transport NIC Appliance A Transport NIC Appliance B Figure 2. TAP-100-2X16 informational diagram The top TAP A port is connected to one of the Network Interface Cards (NICs) of a network appliance using a DRL366-3 tap cable. The selected INLINE port data is output on pins 3 and 6 of the top TAP A port. -
Page 10: Display Detail
Figure 3. Connect the miniature 4-pin male quick lock power supply connector into the POWER port of the TAP-100-2X16 Copper Tap and then plug the power supply into the external power source wall receptacle. Shortly after powering up, an initialization message (i.e., “loading”) will be displayed. - Page 11 Hardware Installation Figure 6. Switch status (TAP B = CHAN #12). TAP B is connected to insert channel port 12. Figure 7. Switch status (TAP A = DAISY). TAP A is connected to the next TAP-100-2X16 in a DAISY configuration.
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Page 12: Specifications
The table below shows the TAP-100-2X16 capacity, network type, network connectivity, product weight and shipping weight. IMPORTANT Do not exceed 90 meters network segment length for a single TAP-100-2X16 unit installation and 80 meters network segment length for subsequent daisy-chain TAP-100-2X16 unit installations. FEATURE SPECIFICATION 100–240V AC at 50–60Hz / 5V DC at 5.0A... -
Page 13: Panel Description
Figure 8. TAP-100-2X16 unit front panel and display REAR PANEL The rear panel of the TAP-100-2X16 is illustrated in Figure 9. The rear panel is the location for all cable connections and the power input connection. An explanation of each rear panel legend follows. - Page 14 LINK The LINK connector port is a shielded 4-pin female rectangular, USB-style connector and is cabled to the CONTROL port of the next TAP-100-2X16 when daisy-chained. POWER POWER is supplied through a miniature 4-pin, female quick-lock circular connector used to connect...
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Page 15: Switch Removal & Replacement
Switch Removal and Replacement TAP-100-2X16 SECTION REMOVAL In the unlikely event the TAP-100-2X16 requires repair, the internal components may be removed without having to remove the rack-mounted chassis. The unique design of the TAP-100-2X16 allows for effortless upgrades and enables the active components to be swapped without breaking network links. -
Page 16: Switch Section Replacement
Apply firm but equal pressure to the thumbscrews to start the forward motion of the TAP-100-2X16 section and remove it from the rack enclosure as shown above in Figure 11. -
Page 17: Daisy-Chain Addressing
2. Connect the miniature 4-pin male quick lock power supply connector into the POWER port of the TAP-100-2X16 and then plug the power supply into the external power source wall receptacle. The model number and switch status will scroll on the front display. - Page 18 Connect the DB9 male lead labeled B to the COM 1 port of the other network appliance. 2. Connect the LINK port of the first TAP-100-2X16 to the CONTROL port of the second TAP-100-2X16 using a DRL448-6 cable. Any subsequent daisy-chained TAP-100-2X16 has the LINK port connected to the CONTROL port of the next TAP-100-2X16 using a DRL448-6 cable.
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Page 19: Hardware Installation
Most NICs do support auto-negotiation, but in many cases, they do not negotiate very well, if at all. If the network device connected to the TAP-100-2X16 unit 1–16 port upper connector fails to auto-negotiate, then a cross-over cable must be used to complete the upper port connection. - Page 20 Daisy-Chain Addressing 9. Connect the power supply to the POWER port of the TAP-100-2X16 unit and plug the power supply into the external power source wall receptacle. The message Loading . . . OS Version x.xx will illuminate the front panel display, indicating power is on. The TAP-100-2X16 model number and switch status will appear on the display.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
RS232 which is compatible only with these Fluke Networks-supplied cables. If the proper cable is used and still no response is detected, then substitute with another DRL460-6-6/DRL448-6 cable — ideally one known to operate correctly. -
Page 22: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance The TAP-100-2X16 Copper Span Tap is designed to be maintenance free. Treat it with care to ensure the best performance. The suggestions below will help you fulfill the obligations of the warranty and enjoy the tap for many years. -
Page 23: Contacting Fluke Networks
To contact Fluke Networks, visit our website at http://www.flukenetworks.com or send email to support@flukenetworks.com. For operating assistance in the USA, call 1-800-283-5853. To order accessories or to find out the location of the nearest Fluke Networks distributor or service center, call: • Australia: 61 (2) 8850-3333 or 61 3 9329 0244 •...
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