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IMC Networks MediaConverter/1 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 MediaConverter Operation Manual...

  • Page 2: Fcc Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    At its option, IMC Networks will repair or replace at no charge the product which proves to be defective within such warranty period. This limited warranty shall not apply if the IMC Networks product has been damaged by unreasonable use, accident, negligence, service or modification by anyone other than an authorized IMC Networks Service Technician or by any other causes unrelated to defective materials or workmanship.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement ...ii Warranty...ii About the MediaConverter...4 About McPIMs ...4 About McLIMs ...4 About McGigabit...5 Configuring Media Conversion Modules...5 About LinkLoss and FiberAlert...9 Installing Media Conversion Modules ...15 LED Operation...16 Installation Troubleshooting ...19 IMC Networks Technical Support...20 Specifications ...20 Safety Certifications...21...

  • Page 4: About The Mediaconverter

    McPIMs (10 Mbps Ethernet), McLIMs (100 Mbps Fast Ethernet) and McGigabit modules (1.25 Gbps Ethernet). • MediaConverter/1 and /4 are standalone chassis which include one or four media conversion module slots, respectively, and a fixed, internal 100/240 VAC power supply.

  • Page 5: About Mcgigabit

    McLIMs include one RJ45 connector for the twisted pair port and one pair of fiber connectors (or one small form factor fiber connector) for the fiber port. McLIMs are also available in single-strand fiber versions which include one SC fiber connector. Each McLIM requires one slot in a MediaConverter chassis.
  • Page 6 Board Diagrams and Jumper/Switch Settings Note To determine which board diagram (-20, -40, -50, etc.) matches your module, compare the jumper locations with the diagrams found above. McLIM TP-TX/FX, McGigabit and S2MM Module sets do not require any configuration and are not shown above.
  • Page 7 Media Converter Jumper Configuration Chart Module/Board McPIM TP/FO (-20) TP Dist. (100+ M) Shielded Cable FO LinkLoss FiberAlert McPIM TP/FO (-40) FiberAlert FO LinkLoss TP Dist. (100+ M) McPIM TP/FO (-10) Pulsing FiberAlert W/PULSING TP LinkLoss FIBERALERT FO LinkLoss McLIM TX/FX (-20) FX LinkLoss FiberAlert Auto-Negotiation...
  • Page 8 The switch is labeled with “X” for a crossover connection (factory default) and an “ll” for a straight-through connection. Select the appropriate setting by moving the switch to the proper position before installing the media conversion module. If uncertain whether crossover or straight-through is needed, set the switch to the position that makes the link LED glow.

  • Page 9: About Linkloss And Fiberalert

    The appropriate “LNK” (link) LED is lit to indicate this. The IMC Networks media converter also sends out link pulses from its copper and fiber transmitters, but normally has no way of knowing whether the cable to the other device is intact and the link pulses are reaching the other end.
  • Page 10 What is TP/TX Link Loss? TP/TX LinkLoss is another troubleshooting feature. When a fault occurs on the twisted pair segment of a conversion, TP/TX LinkLoss detects the fault and passes this information to the fiber segment. If a media converter is not receiving a twisted pair link, TP/TX LinkLoss disables the transmitter on the media converter's fiber port.
  • Page 11 FiberAlert minimizes the problems associated with the loss of one strand of fiber. If a strand is unavailable, the IMC Networks device at the receiver end notes the loss of link. The device will then stop transmitting data and the link signal until a signal or link pulse is received.
  • Page 12 Pulsing FiberAlert minimizes the problems associated with the loss of one strand of fiber. If a strand is unavailable, the IMC Networks device at the receiver end notes the loss of link. The device will stop transmitting data and start sending link pulses.
  • Page 13 ON/OFF positions. For more information on LinkLoss and FiberAlert, visit the IMC Networks Web site at http://www.imcnetworks.com/Adocs/Support/to-features.pdf. If you are unsure of how best to implement these features in your configuration, contact IMC Networks technical support at (800) 624-1070 (U.S.
  • Page 14 The diagram below shows a typical application, followed by a table with three possible configurations. End to End Connection Half-Duplex Full-Duplex Full-Duplex Configure Auto-Negotiation on McLIMs with a 3-pin jumper block located on the module. Please see the diagrams on page 3 and chart on page 4 of this manual to verify jumper position and default setting.

  • Page 15: Installing Media Conversion Modules

    MediaConverter chassis ship from the factory with all but one media conversion module slot covered with “blank” brackets. Be sure to keep unused slots covered for EMI containment. IMC Networks recommends saving any “blanks” removed during installation for future use if configuration requirements change.

  • Page 16: Led Operation

    Power Supply Installation When installing a redundant power supply module into a powered-on chassis, IMC Networks recommends setting the ON/OFF switch on the module to OFF (if present). After installing the power supply, set the switch to ON. If the redundant power supply module does not have an ON/OFF switch, IMC Networks recommends powering-down the chassis before installing the power supply.
  • Page 17 LEDs on McPIM TP/FO (-10) The LED functions on McPIM (-10) are as follows: • FO LINK/ACT Glows green when link is established on the FO port; blinks green when activity is detected on the port. • TP LINK/ACT Glows amber when link is established on the TP port; blinks amber when activity is detected on the port.
  • Page 18 • ACTIVITY Glows green in normal operation. LEDs on MediaConverter Chassis MediaConverter/1, 4 and 8 include LEDs on the back of the chassis: • POWER Glows green when chassis has power. •...

  • Page 19: Installation Troubleshooting

    Use caution when conducting a loopback test; it is possible to create a network loop if connecting the twisted pair port to an active network switch. IMC Networks recommends connecting the twisted pair cable to a PC for this type of test.

  • Page 20: Imc Networks Technical Support

    IMC Networks Technical Support Phone: (949) 465-3000 or (800) 624-1070 (in the U.S. and Canada); +32-16-550880 (Europe) Fax: (949) 465-3020 E-Mail: techsupport@imcnetworks.com Web: www.imcnetworks.com Specifications Operating Temperature*: 32° to 122°F (0° to +50°C); 5% to 90% (non-condensing), 0 to 10,000 ft. altitude Storage Temperature*: -13°...

  • Page 21: Safety Certifications

    Electrical Equipment Designed for use within Certain Voltage Limits (73/23/EEC). Certified to Safety of Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment. For further details, contact IMC Networks. Class 1 Laser product, Luokan 1 Laserlaite, Laser Klasse 1, Appareil A’Laser de Classe 1...
  • Page 22 © 2007 IMC Networks. All rights reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. IMC Networks assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. MediaConverter is a trademark of IMC Networks. Other brands or product names may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies.

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