10/100/1000base-t to 1000base-x (sfp slot)
standalone media converter (19 pages)
Summary of Contents for CTS MCT-RACK-18-MGM
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MCT-RACK-18-MGM 18 SLOTS COMPACT MEDIA CONVERTER CENTER User’s Guide Version 0.90...
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Trademarks CTS is a registered trademark of Connection Technology Systems Inc.. Contents are subject to revise without prior notice. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright Statement Copyright Connection Technology Systems Inc.. This publication may not be reproduced as a whole or in part, in any way whatsoever unless prior consent has been obtained from Connection Technology Systems Inc..
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Revision History Version Release Date Description 0.90 20150916 First release...
2.4.2 Desk Top Installation ............... 10 2.5 Connect MCT Series Media Converters to network ......10 2.6 Connect Power Supply ..............10 2.7 Power On the MCT-RACK-18-MGM ..........12 2.8 DI/DO Configuration (Coming Soon) ..........12 3. OPERATION ....................13 3.1 LED Status ..................
All above user friendly designs make MCT-RACK-18-MGM be in a shape of high performance and reliability. MCT-RACK-18-MGM can be used as a table top unit or mounted on a 19 inches standard rack by using 19 inches bracket accessories shipped...
Hardware Features Hot-Swappable Converter Modules Hot-Swappable AC or DC Power Modules Power Redundancy Commercial Operation Temperature 0°C~50°C Plug & Play Design Redundant Power Supply Redundant power supply is provided for non-stop running. 1.2 Connectors, Indicators, and Switches Front Panel ...
Digital Output (Alarm) Terminal Block Power Requirement: AC power: 100-240V, 50-60Hz, DC power: 48VDC 2. INSTALLATION The procedures for installing the MCT-RACK-18-MGM are as follows, 2.1 Requirement 2.2 Unpack MCT-RACK-18-MGM 2.3 Install MCT Series Media Converters 2.4 Install MCT-RACK-18-MGM 2.5 Connect MCT Series Media Converters to network...
4. Insert MCT Series Media Converters carefully into the selected slot Make sure that the MCT Series Media Converters is firmly connected with the middle plane connector. 5. Fix the fastener screw on MCT-RACK-18-MGM. 6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 for all the MCT Series Media Converters.
7. You may connect the supplied pulling cable with a media converter to pull it out more easily. 2.4 Install MCT-RACK-18-MGM CAUTION To prevent any damage or failure of the MCT-RACK-18-MGM and MCT Series Media Converters, do not block the bottom of the MCT-RACK- 18-MGM. 2.4.1 Standard 19-Inch Rack Installation...
2.4.2 Desk Top Installation 1. Plan the MCT-RACK-18-MGM desk top position. 2. Place the MCT-RACK-18-MGM on a well ventilated, flat and firmly desk. 2.5 Connect MCT Series Media Converters to network Please refer to the User’s Manual that comes with the MCT Series Media Converters for cabling specifications and direction.
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AC Power Module DC Power Module Procedure: 1. Insert new AC/DC power supply carefully into the slot. Make sure that the AC/DC power supply is firmly connected with the middle plane connector. 2. Fix the fastener screw. NOTE: 1. Power Supply is hot swappable. 2.
2.7 Power On the MCT-RACK-18-MGM Procedure: 1. Check the power outlet 2. Connect the power cord to the power outlet 3. Turn on the MCT-RACK-18-MGM power source 4. Verify the MCT-RACK-18-MGM status 5. Power LED is on 2.8 DI/DO Configuration (Coming Soon)
Insert the positive and negative (signal ground) wires into the “+” and “-” contact on the terminal blocks. 3. OPERATION MCT-RACK-18-MGM is easy to operate; no special training is required. However, customers may perform local or remote status monitor through, 1. LED status 2.
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MCT Series Media Converter LED Please refer to the User’s Manual that comes with the MCT Series Media Converters for LED indications.
4. MAINTENANCE MCT-RACK-18-MGM is easy to maintain, we suggest the following procedures when problem occurring. 4.1 Fault Identification Local check 4.2 Hardware Replacement Procedures Replace MCT Series Media Converter Replace AC or DC Power Supply 4.1 Fault Identification Fault identification can help users quickly locate the problem and take proper actions to solve the problems.
New firmware can be obtained from your sales representative. For detailed upgrading procedures, please refer to the Network Management User’s Manual. Automatic Firmware and Configuration Upgrade via USB host The MCT-RACK-18-MGM’s firmware and configuration can also be upgraded automatically via USB host.
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(Logic unit number, LUN) File system : FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, NTFS3.1(read-only) and before Automatic Firmware and Configuration Upgrade Process Preparation steps before inserting disk Rename the firmware name as: cts-fw-MCT-RACK.<admin_user>.<password> Rename the configuration file name as: cts-cfg-MCT-RACK.<admin_user>.<password>...
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Firmware Upgrade Firmware upgrade Plug in USB disk and reboot* automatically Upgrade Complete Configuration Upgrade Configuration upgrade and reboot** automatically *Firmware upgrade process would be skipped if: The firmware file is not authorized (wrong admin/password or unauthorized) File too big (>16MB) ...
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