OLT (Optical Line Terminal). Once you have connected the hardware, you are ready to enjoy Internet access. Two ONU-6040B-2x models are discussed in this guide: ONU-6040B-21 (with a 10km transceiver) and ONU-6040B-22 (with a 20km transceiver). 1 Hardware Connections...
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ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide 1 PON: Connect an SC-type, single-mode optical cable to the PON port for Internet access. To avoid possible eye injury, do NOT look into an operating fiber-optic module’s connector. 2 LAN: Use the included Ethernet cable to connect the LAN port to a computer.
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ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide The following table describes the LEDs in detail. Label Color POWER Green Green LAN1 ~ 4 Green Status Description The ONU-6040B-2x is receiving power and is ready. The ONU-6040B-2x is not receiving power. Connection to the optical network is Connection to the optical network is down.
ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide 2 Test Your Internet Connection After you have connected the hardware and turned on the ONU-6040B-2x, open a web browser on your computer and go to any web site (for example, www.zyxel.com) to test your Internet connection. 3 Hardware Installation The ONU-6040B-2x can be placed on a desktop or mounted on a wall.
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ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide 2 Drill two holes large enough for the M4 tap screws. Make sure the distance between the centers of the holes is 108mm. Be careful to avoid damaging pipes or cables located inside the wall when drilling holes for the screws.
ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide The following are dimensions of an M4 tap screw and masonry plug used for wall mounting. All measurements are in millimeters (mm). Troubleshooting 1 The POWER light is not on when I connect power to the ONU-6040B-2x.
ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide • If the problem continues, contact your local vendor. 2 The PON light is off. • Check the connector on the optical cable and the PON port. Make sure they are clean and dust-free. Use an air duster to clean the connectors.
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PON: One PON port Compliant with IEEE 802.3ah PX-10 (ONU-6040B-21) PX-20 (ONU-6040B-22) SC optical connectors with shutters Transmission distance: 10 km (ONU-6040B-21) 20 km (ONU-6040B-22) Ethernet: Four 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports Auto-negotiation Auto-MDIX 12 VDC @ 1.5 A 0º C ~ 45º C -30º...
ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide Safety Warnings For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions. • For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions. • Do NOT use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide to order a new one. • Do NOT remove the plug and plug into a wall outlet by itself; always attach the plug to the power supply first before you insert it into the wall. • Do not use the device outside, and make sure all the connections are indoors. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
ONU-6040B-2x Series User’s Guide CE Mark Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Taiwanese BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection) A Warning: Notices Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for...
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