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Optical Bypass Switch PLEASE READ THESE LEGAL NOTICES CAREFULLY. By using a Net Optics Optical Bypass Switch you agree to the terms and conditions of usage set forth by Net Optics, Inc . No licenses, express or implied, are granted with respect to any of the technology described in this manual .
Optical Bypass Switch Introduction Net Optics Optical Bypass Switches provide a permanent and trouble-free access port for in-line network security and monitoring devices . The Optical Bypass Switch automatically switches network traffic through added in-line devices or bypasses devices that are about to be removed . Prevent link failure when attached IPS and IDS devices lose power by powering the Bypass Switch and in-line device from the same power source .
Support • Net Optics offers free technical support throughout the lifetime of your purchase. Our technical support team is available from 8 am to 5 pm Pacific Time, Monday through Friday at +1 (408) 737-7777 and via email at ts- support@netoptics .com .
Product Diagrams Silk Screen Diagram Power Connector ® Network A Network B Monitor A Monitor B Figure 1. BPO-SX and BPO-LX models with DC Jack Silk Screen Diagram ® n t r Control Port Network A Network B Monitor A Monitor B Figure 2.
Optical Bypass Switch is delivered with the following: • 1 Control cable (BPO-SX-1, BPO-LX-1 models) • 1 DC power supply (BPO-SX, BPO-LX models) • 2 Duplex SC fiber cables • 1 Manual If any component is missing or damaged, contact Net Optics Customer Service immediately .
Optical Bypass Switch Power Loss Bypass The Optical Bypass Switch protects link integrity when the in-line appliance loses power . When the Bypass Switch is receiving power it is in Bypass Dis- abled (OFF) mode. In Bypass Disabled mode the switch sends network traffic through the connected device .
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. RJ45 Power Connector Models The BPO-SX-1 and BPO-LX-1 models use a Control Port with an RJ45 con- nector to supply power to the switch directly from a source on the in-line de- vice .
Optical Bypass Switch Connecting to the Network 1 . Connect Network Port A to the appropriate switch, server or router device . 2 . Connect Network Port B to the appropriate switch, server or router device . 3 . Verify that the Bypass Switch Network Ports are cabled in-line between two devices .
. 4 . Connect the control cable or power supply to the switch . If you are installing the models BPO-SX and BPO-LX, make sure you connect the switches' power supply to the same power sources that in-line appliance is using .
. Net Optics, Inc . warrants this Optical Bypass Switch to be in good working order for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of purchase from Net Optics or an authorized Net Optics reseller .