Allied Telesis AT-MC106XL Installation Manual

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AT-MC105XL
AT-MC106XL
Fast Ethernet Media Converters
Installation Guide
PN 613-10800-00 Rev B

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  • Page 1 AT-MC105XL AT-MC106XL Fast Ethernet Media Converters Installation Guide PN 613-10800-00 Rev B...
  • Page 2 Copyright  2002 Allied Telesyn, Inc. 960 Stewart Drive Suite B, Sunnyvale CA 94086 USA All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from Allied Telesyn, Inc. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation. All other product names, company names, logos or other designations mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Electrical Safety And Emission Compliance Statement

    Declares that the product: Ethernet Media Converters Model Numbers: AT-MC105XL, AT-MC106XL This product complies with FCC Part 15B, Class B Limits: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance Statement Laser/LED EN60825 Important: Appendix B contains translated safety statements for installing this equipment. When you see the , go to Appendix B for the translated safety statement in your language. Wichtig: Anhang B enthält übersetzte Sicherheitshinweise für die Installation dieses Geräts.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance Statement ......iii Welcome to Allied Telesyn ................. vii Where to Find Related Guides................. vii Document Conventions ..................vii Contacting Allied Telesyn Technical Support..........viii Online Support ..................viii Telephone Support ...................viii E-mail Support ................... ix Returning Products ...................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Appendix A Technical Specifications ................15 Physical ......................15 Temperature ..................... 15 Electrical Rating ....................15 Agency Compliance................... 15 Fiber Optic Port Specifications ................ 16 Pinout Assignments..................18 Appendix B Translated Safety and Emission Information ........19...
  • Page 7: Welcome To Allied Telesyn

    Welcome to Allied Telesyn This guide contains instructions on how to install the AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Fast Ethernet Media Converters. Where to Find Related Guides The Allied Telesyn web site at www.alliedtelesyn.com offers you an easy way to access the most recent documentation, software, and technical information for all of our products.
  • Page 8: Contacting Allied Telesyn Technical Support

    Welcome to Allied Telesyn Contacting Allied Telesyn Technical Support You can contact Allied Telesyn technical support online or by telephone or e-mail. Online Support You can request technical support online by accessing the Knowledge Base at www.kb.alliedtelesyn.com. You can use the Knowledge Base to submit questions to our technical support staff and review answers to previously asked questions.
  • Page 9: E-Mail Support

    AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide E-mail Support Latin America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Caribbean, and Virgin Islands latin_america@alliedtelesyn.com Europe support_europe@alliedtelesyn.com Returning Products Products for return or repair must first be assigned a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. A product sent to Allied Telesyn without a RMA number will be returned to the sender at the sender’s expense.
  • Page 10: For Sales Or Corporate Information

    Welcome to Allied Telesyn For Sales or Corporate Information You can contact Allied Telesyn for sales or corporate information at the location listed below: Allied Telesyn, Inc. 19800 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011 Tel: 1 (425) 487-8880 Fax: 1 (425) 489-9191 Tell Us What You Think If you have any comments or suggestions on how we might improve this or...
  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Overview

    300 meters (984 feet). Both ports operate at 100 Mbps and features half- or full-duplex operation. The AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL media converters can be used on a desktop or in an AT-MCR12 chassis. These units are easy to install and do not require software configuration or management.
  • Page 12 Overview Figure 2 illustrates an AT-MC106XL media converter. 100Base-SX 100Base-TX LNK TST MDI-X AT-MC106XL FAST ETHERNET MEDIA CONVERTER Figure 2 AT-MC106XL Front Panel (SC Connector) Table 1 lists the maximum operating distances for the AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL media converters. Table 1 Maximum Operating Distances...
  • Page 13: Key Features

    Standard size for use on a desktop or in an AT-MCR12 rackmount chassis Status LEDs Table 2 lists the LEDs for the media converters. Table 2 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL LEDs Color Description Green Power is applied to the media converter.
  • Page 14: External Power Adapter

    Overview External Power Adapter An external AC/DC power adapter is provided with the media converter for use on a desktop. The power adapter supplies 12 V DC to the media converter. Allied Telesyn supplies an approved safety compliant AC power adapter for the 120 V AC and 240 V AC versions with an unregulated output of 12 V DC at 1 A.
  • Page 15 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide The value to this type of network monitoring and fault notification is that some hubs and switches can be configured to take a specific action in the event of the loss of connection on a port. In some cases, the unit can be configured to...
  • Page 16: Auto-Negotiation

    The AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL media converters can operate in either full- or half-duplex mode. However, the end-nodes connected to these media converters must operate in the same duplex mode to avoid a duplex mode mismatch, which can result in poor network performance.
  • Page 17: Network Topologies

    AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide Network Topologies The AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL media converters can be used in two different topologies: standalone and back-to-back. Both types of topologies are described below. Standalone Topology A standalone topology uses one media converter between the end-nodes.
  • Page 18: Back-To-Back Topology

    Figure 5 illustrates two AT-8224XL switches at different campuses interconnected by two AT-MC106XL media converters. The 100Base-TX ports on the media converters are connected to one 10/100Base-TX port on each switch, while the 100Base-SX ports on the media converters are directly connected together.
  • Page 19: Installing The Media Converter

    Make sure the following items are included in your package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesyn sales representative for assistance. One AT-MC105XL or AT-MC106XL Fast Ethernet Media Converter Four protective feet (for desktop use only) External power adapter...
  • Page 20: Selecting A Site

    AT-MC105XL 50/125 or 62.5/125 300 m (984 ft) 1.5 dB at 850 nm micron multimode AT-MC106XL Note For additional fiber optic port specifications, refer to “Fiber Optic Port Specifications” on page 16. Selecting a Site Be sure to observe the following requirements when choosing a site for your switch.
  • Page 21: Installing The Media Converter

    All Countries: Install product in accordance with local and National Electrical Codes. Installing the Media Converter To install an AT-MC105XL or AT-MC106XL media converter, perform the following procedure: Remove all equipment from the package and store the packaging material in a safe place.
  • Page 22: Warranty Registration

    Installing the Media Converter If you are installing the media converter in an AT-MCR12 chassis, refer to the chassis’s installation guide for instructions on how to install the unit, then proceed to Step 6. Place the media converter on a flat, secure surface (such as a desk or table) leaving ample space around the unit for ventilation.
  • Page 23: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Follow the guidelines below to test and troubleshoot the installation in the event of a problem occurs. If the PWR LED is OFF, do the following; If the unit is installed on a desktop, check to be sure that the power adapter is securely connected to a power outlet and that the power adapter cable is securely connected to the back of the media converter.
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting Make sure that the cable connected to the fiber optic receiver port (RX) on the media converter is connected to the transmitter port (TX) on the remote end-node and that the fiber optic transmitter port (TX) on the media converter is connected to the receiver port (RX) on the end-node. Test the attenuation on the fiber optic cable to ensure that it does not exceed acceptable values.
  • Page 25: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Dimensions: W x D x H 10.5 cm x 9.5 cm x 2.5 cm (4.125 in x 3.75 in x 1.0 in) Weight: 294 g (10.4 oz) Temperature Maximum Operating: 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Maximum Storage: C to 80 C (-4°...
  • Page 26: Fiber Optic Port Specifications

    Maximum Average Minimum AT-MC105XL 50/125 850 nm -13.0 -15.8 -18.8 microns AT-MC106XL 62.5/125 850 nm -10.0 -12.0 -15.0 microns 1. MMF = Multimode Fiber. 2. The launch power is measured at one meter from the transmitter. Table 6 Fiber Optic Receiver...
  • Page 27 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide Table 7 Fiber Optic Datalink Minimum Fiber Average Maximum Fiber Optical Power/ Model Optic Signal Distance Type Frequency Link Diameter Loss Spec Budget AT-MC105XL 50/125 850 nm 26.40 dB 31.50 dB 300 m microns (984 ft) AT-MC106XL 62.5/125...
  • Page 28: Pinout Assignments

    Technical Specifications Pinout Assignments Figure 6 shows the pin assignments of the RJ-45 connector. Pin 1 Pin 8 Figure 6 RJ-45 Pin Assignments Table 9 lists the 100Base-TX connector pins and their signals when the port is operating in either MDI or MDI-X configuration. Table 9 RJ-45 Pin Signals MDI-X (Default) Signal...
  • Page 29: Translated Safety And Emission Information

    Appendix B Translated Safety and Emission Information Important: This appendix contains multiple-language translations for the safety statements in this guide. Wichtig: Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen der in diesem Handbuch enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweise in mehreren Sprachen. Vigtigt: Dette tillæg indeholder oversættelser i flere sprog af sikkerhedsadvarslerne i denne håndbog.
  • Page 30 Declares that the product: Ethernet Media Converters Model Numbers: AT-MC105XL, AT-MC106XL This product complies with FCC Part 15B, Class B Limits: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 31 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide Warning Electrical Shock Hazard: To prevent electrical shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user-servicable parts inside. The unit contains hazardous voltages and should only be opened by a trained and qualified technician.
  • Page 32 Translated Safety and Emission Information Europe - EU Gebrauchen Sie einen von TÜV zugelassenen Wechselstromadapter für Gleichstrom 12 V, 500 mA. Steckbares Gerät: Die Anschlußbuchse sollte in der Nähe der Einrichtung angebracht werden und leicht zugänglich sein.” Vorsicht Die Entlüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht versperrt sein und müssen zum Kühlen freien Zugang zur Raumluft haben.
  • Page 33 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide Eisen: Dit product voldoet aan de volgende eisen. RFI Emissie EN55022 Klasse B Waarschuwing: Binnenshuis kan dit product radiostoring veroorzaken, in welk geval de gebruiker verplicht kan worden om gepaste maatregelen te nemen. Immuniteit EN55024 Waarschuwing: Om te voldoen aan de emissie- en immuniteitsnormen dient dit apparaat te zijn voorzien van afgeschermde kabels.
  • Page 34 Translated Safety and Emission Information Ce matériel est un “PRODUIT À DIODE ÉLECTROLUMINESCENTE DE CLASSE 1” Information Sur Les Risques Électriques Avertissement: DANGER D’ÉLECTROCUTION Pour éviter toute ÉLECTROCUTION, ne pas ôter le revêtement protecteur du matériel. Ce matériel ne contient aucun élément réparable par l’utilisateur. Il comprend des TENSIONS DANGEREUSES et ne doit être ouvert que par un technicien dûment qualifié.
  • Page 35 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide Europe - EU Käytä TÜV-lisenssillä valmistettua verkkosovitinta, jonka tasajännitteen nimellisarvot ovat DC 12 V, 500 mA (milliampeeria). Pistorasiaan kytkettävä laite; pistorasia on asennettava laitteen lähelle ja siihen on oltava esteetön pääsy.” Huomautus: Ilmavaihtoreikiä ei pidä tukkia ja niillä täytyy olla vapaa yhteys ympäröivään huoneilmaan, jotta ilmanvaihto tapahtuisi.
  • Page 36 Translated Safety and Emission Information Sikkerhetsnormer: Dette produktet tilfredsstiller følgende sikkerhetsnormer. RFI stråling EN55022 Klasse B Advarsel: Hvis dette produktet benyttes til privat bruk, kan produktet forårsake radioforstyrrelse. Hvis dette skjer, må brukeren ta de nødvendige forholdsregler. Immunitet EN55024 Advarsel: Dette produktet må brukes med vernede kabler for å tilfredsstille emisjons- og fritakelsesstandarder.
  • Page 37 AT-MC105XL and AT-MC106XL Installation Guide Avisos Sobre Características Elétricas Atenção: PERIGO DE CHOQUE ELÉTRICO Para evitar CHOQUE ELÉTRICO, não retire a tampa. Não contém peças que possam ser consertadas pelo usuário. Este aparelho contém VOLTAGENS PERIGOSAS e só deve ser aberto por um técnico qualificado e treinado.
  • Page 38 Translated Safety and Emission Information Equipo conectable, el tomacorriente se debe instalar cerca del equipo, en un lugar con acceso fácil”. Atencion: Las aberturas para ventilación no deberán bloquearse y deberán tener acceso libre al aire ambiental de la sala para su enfriamiento. Temperatura Requerida Para La Operación: Este producto está...

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