Transition Networks Scorpion-USB 3.0 TN-USB3 01 Series User Manual

Transition Networks Scorpion-USB 3.0 TN-USB3 01 Series User Manual

Scorpion-usb 3.0 to gigabit ethernet fiber adapter 1000base-sx

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TN-USB3-xx-01 Series
Scorpion-USB
3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Adapter
1000Base-SX
User Guide
33644 Rev. B

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  • Page 1 TN-USB3-xx-01 Series Scorpion-USB ™ 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Adapter 1000Base-SX User Guide 33644 Rev. B...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Compliance Information ....................26 Declaration of Conformity .................... 26 FCC Regulations ......................26 Canadian Regulations ....................27 European Regulations ....................27 Electrical Safety Warnings ....................28 Record of Revisions ......................28 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 2...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Data Sheets, Specifications, etc. go to the Support Library (no registration required). Note that this manual provides links to third party web sites for which Transition Networks is not responsible. Other related manuals are listed below. 1. Product Documentation Postcard, 33504 2.
  • Page 4: Product Views

    Product Views TN-USB3-SX-01(LC) Views TN-USB3-SX-01(SC) Views TN-USB3-SFP-01 Views 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 4...
  • Page 5: Application Example

    * Data Rate - Theoretical max is the actual signaling rate not the data throughput of the device. The data throughput will be determined by the combination of all the software and hardware components involved in the system. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 5...
  • Page 6: Dimensions

    Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Warning: This product contains lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 6...
  • Page 7: Unpacking

    SFP / LC TP Link/Activity: Green/Yellow: Green = Link @1000, Yellow= Link@100, BLINK= activity Figure 3: Connectors and LEDs (TN-USB3-SFP-01) The SFP fiber interface is MSA compliant supporting up to a 1W module. LC Connector Pigtail USB 3.0 Type A End 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 7...
  • Page 8: Connecting The Tn-Usb3-Xx-01

    If the TN-USB3-xx-01 is not discovered, install the driver; see the “Driver Installation” sections below. Note that it will not appear as TN-USB3-xx-01; it will appear as the Asix chip (i.e., the USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet controller). 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 8...
  • Page 9: Installation Overview

    The supported downloaded drivers have these filenames: 1. AX88179_178A_LINUX_DRIVER_v1.14.4_SOURCE.zip 2. AX88179_178A_Macintosh_10.6_to_10.12_Driver_Installer_v2.8.0_20160912.zip 3. AX88179_178A_Win7_32bit_Driver_v1.12.11.0_WHCK.zip 4. AX88179_178A_Win7_64bit_Driver_v1.14.11.0_WHCK.zip 5. AX88179_178A_Win7_v1.x.11.0_Drivers_Setup_v3.0.3.0.zip 6. AX88179_178A_Win10_8.x_32bit_Driver_v1.18.2.0_WHCK.zip 7. AX88179_178A_Win10_8.x_64bit_Driver_v1.18.2.0_WHCK.zip 8. AX88179_178A_Win10_8.x_v1.18.2.0_Drivers_Setup_v1.0.0.0.zip 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 9...
  • Page 10: Installing The Driver

    1. Plug the TN-USB3-xx-01 into the computer’s USB port. The software dialog displays. Searching Windows Update... Skip 2. At the dialog, click the link that indicates obtaining driver software from Windows Update... 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 10...
  • Page 11 To verify the hardware is recognized by your system, navigate to Devices and Printers: displays ASIX AX88179 USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter #x (where is the number of adapter cards in your system). 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 11...
  • Page 12 See below for procedure details. Scan for hardware changes: displays the Device Manager > Network adapters > ASIX AX88179 USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter #x screen shown above. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 12...
  • Page 13 Adapter #x can transfer information faster if you connect it to a Super-Speed USB 3.0 port. Displays if you plug the device into a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 13...
  • Page 14: Uninstall The Driver Package

    Delete the driver software for this device at the same time as the uninstall. 6. Click the OK button to uninstall the driver software (and optionally delete the driver software from your system). 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 14...
  • Page 15: Windows Driver Setup Program (Windows 7 Professional)

    If the driver install is successful, continue with normal operation. The USB LED lights after the driver is installed and functional. If the driver install is unsuccessful, continue with the “Troubleshooting” section on page 19. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 15...
  • Page 16: Windows 7 Driver Configurable Parameters

    8. SSIdleTimeout: Selective suspend idle time-out in units of seconds. If selective suspend is enabled and the unit is idle for SSIDLE Timeout seconds, then the adapter can transition to a lower-power state. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 16...
  • Page 17: Windows 8.1 Driver Configurable Parameters

    8. SSIdleTimeout: Selective suspend idle time-out in units of seconds. If selective suspend is enabled and the unit is idle for SSIDLE Timeout seconds, then the adapter can transition to a lower-power state. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 17...
  • Page 18: Manual Windows Driver Update

    Information is also provided on how to perform these three suggestions. Follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Perform the Troubleshooting steps below if the device driver software still is not successfully installed. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 18...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    15. Try to troubleshoot the problem using Windows Device Manager. The TN-USB3-xx- 01 may be listed as "Unknown Device" or "Other Device" or the correct device name may be displayed. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 19...
  • Page 20 Value dropdown make sure ‘Disabled’ is selected as shown below. Having EEE enabled can cause dropped packets with some SFPs. Contact TN Technical Support; see Contact Us on page below. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 20...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Windows 7 / 8.1 Driver & Performance Problems

    Settings). The exact steps are OS version dependent; In Windows 7 for example: 2. In the TN-USB3-xx-01 USB port Device Manager Power Management tab, deselect (un-check) “Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power”. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 21...
  • Page 22 For more information Windows 10 http://jonathanesmith.blogspot.com/2015/12/windows-10-usb- selective-suspend.html Selective Suspend: https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/usbcoreblog/2011/05/10/demystifying-usb- selective-suspend/ 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 22...
  • Page 23: Recording Information For Technical Support

    _______________________________________________________________________ Third party devices in network: ____________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Troubleshooting steps taken: _____________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Additional notes: _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Contact Transition Networks technical support department; see Contact Us below. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 23...
  • Page 24: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Networks be liable for incidental or consequential damages, costs, or expenses arising out of or in connection with the performance of the product delivered hereunder. Transition Networks will in no case cover damages arising out of the product being used in a negligent fashion or manner.
  • Page 25: Contact Us

    180-day limited warranty. All warranty claims are subject to the restrictions and conventions set forth by this document. Transition Networks reserves the right to charge a $50 fee for all testing and shipping incurred, if after testing, a return is classified as “No Problem Found.”...
  • Page 26: Compliance Information

    In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations shielded cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio & television reception. * NOTE: Shielded cables were used when testing this product. 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 26...
  • Page 27: Canadian Regulations

    In accordance with European Union Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, Transition Networks will accept post usage returns of this product for proper disposal. The contact information for this activity can be found in the 'Contact Us' portion of this document.
  • Page 28: Electrical Safety Warnings

    Trademarks Notice: All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright Restrictions: © 2016-2021 Transition Networks. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means - graphic, electronic or mechanical - without written permission from Transition Networks.
  • Page 29 Transition Networks 10900 Red Circle Drive Minnetonka, MN 55343 USA telephone: +1.952.941.7600 toll Free: 800.526.9267 fax: 952.941.2322 sales@transition.com info@transition.com techsupport@transition.com https://www.transition.com 33644 Rev. B Transition Networks • User Guide | 29...

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