Fast and gigabit ethernet media converter (68 pages)
Summary of Contents for Allied Telesis MCF3300
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MCF3000 Series Multi-channel Modular Media Converter MCF3300 Chassis MCF3000/8LC Media Converter MCF3000/8SP Media Converter MCF3010SP/4SP Media Converter MCF3010SPT/4SP Media Converter MCF3000M Management Module MCF3300AC Power Supply MCF3300DC Power Supply Installation Guide 613-002756 Rev. B...
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Allied Telesis, Inc. has been advised of, known, or should have known, the...
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Radiated Energy Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
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Consignes de sécurité traduites Important: Le symbole indique que les traductions de la déclaration de sécurité sont disponibles dans le PDF Translated Safety Statements publiées sur le site Web de Allied Telesis à l'adresse alliedtelesis.com/us/en/library/search. Dichiarazioni di sicurezza tradotte Importante: indica che le traduzioni della dichiarazione di sicurezza sono disponibili nelle ...
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Power and System LEDs..........................48 Chapter 4: Beginning the Installation ......................49 Reviewing Safety Precautions.......................... 50 Choosing a Site for the Media Converter Chassis.................... 54 Unpacking the MCF3300 Media Converter Chassis ..................55 Unpacking the MCF3300AC or MCF3300DC Power Supply ................59...
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Installing a Power Supply..........................73 Chapter 6: Installing the Media Converter on a Table or Desktop ............77 Chapter 7: Installing the MCF3300 Chassis in an Equipment Rack ............81 Removing the Bumper Feet ..........................82 Installing the MCF3300 Chassis ........................83 Chapter 8: Cabling the Media Converter and Management Modules ............85...
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Figures Figure 1: Front and Rear Panels of the MCF3300 Chassis....................19 Figure 2: MCF3300AC and MCF3300DC Power Supplies....................20 Figure 3: MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Media Converter Modules ................22 Figure 4: Media Converter Channels on the MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Media Converter Modules.......23 Figure 5: Copper Port LEDs on the MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Modules..............24...
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Figure 82: Loosening the Captive Screws on the MCF3000M Management Module............119 Figure 83: Disconnecting the MCF3000M Management Module from the Backplane Connector ........120 Figure 84: Removing the MCF3000M Management Module from the MCF3300 Chassis ..........120 Figure 85: Installing the Blank Management Slot Cover.....................121 Figure 86: Tightening the Captive Screws on the Blank Management Slot Cover .............121...
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Tables Table 1: MCF3000 Product Family ............................17 Table 2: Link/Activity LEDs on the Copper Ports on the MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Modules .......24 Table 3: Link/Activity LEDs for the Fiber Optic Ports on the MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Modules ......25 Table 4: SFP+ Transceiver LEDs on the MCF3010SP/4SP Module ...................29 Table 5: Copper Port LEDs on the MCF3010SPT/4SP Module ..................32 Table 6: Link/Activity LED on the MGMT Port ........................44 Table 7: Power and System LEDs ............................48...
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Preface This guide contains the hardware installation instructions for the MCF3000 Series Multi-channel Media Converter. This preface contains the following sections: “Document Conventions” on page 12 “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 13 ...
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Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following services on this page: 24/7 Online Support —...
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Chapter 1 Overview Here are the sections in this chapter: “Introduction” on page 16 “Media Converter Components” on page 17 “MCF3300 Chassis” on page 19 “Power Supplies” on page 20 ...
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Chapter 1: Overview Introduction The MCF3000 series of multi-channel module media converters provides a simple and reliable way to consolidate large numbers of geographically separated Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, or 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks into a central location, with fiber optic cables. The media converter modules feature four or eight channels that function as independent media converters for transferring network traffic between copper and fiber optic cables.
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Media Converter Components The product components are listed in Table 1. Table 1. MCF3000 Product Family Component Description MCF3300 Chassis with the following physical characteristics: - Three slots for media converter modules. - Two slots for AC or DC power supplies.
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Chapter 1: Overview Table 1. MCF3000 Product Family (Continued) Component Description MCF3010SPT/4SP Media converter module with four channels. Each channel has two ports: - One port containing a 10/100Mbps/1/ 2.5/5/10Gbps AT-SP10TM copper port transceiver. - One port for a 1000Mbps (1000Base- SX/LX) SFP or 10Gbps (10GBase-SR/ LR) SFP+ transceiver.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide MCF3300 Chassis The front and rear panels of the MCF3300 Chassis are shown in Figure 1. Three Slots for Media Converter Modules Slot for MCF3000M MCF3300 AC or MCF3300 AC or Management Module DC Power Supply DC Power Supply Figure 1.
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Chapter 1: Overview Power Supplies The power supplies for the chassis are the AC MCF3300AC and DC MCF3300DC modules. Refer to Figure 2. Figure 2. MCF3300AC and MCF3300DC Power Supplies Power supplies are installed in the two slots on the rear panel. Refer to Figure 1 on page 19.
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Chapter 2 Media Converter Modules Here are the sections in this chapter: “MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Media Converter Modules” on page 22 “MCF3010SP/4SP Media Converter Module” on page 27 “MCF3010SPT/4SP Media Converter Module” on page 30 “Media Converter Channels” on page 33 ...
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Chapter 2: Media Converter Modules MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Media Converter Modules The MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP media converter modules are illustrated in Figure 3. MCF3000/8LC Eight 10M/10M0/1G Copper Eight 1G (1000Base-SX) Ports Fiber Optic Ports with Duplex LC Connectors MCF3000/8SP Eight ports for 100M Eight 10M/100M/1G Copper (100Base-FX) or 1G Ports...
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MCF3000 Modular Media Converter Installation Guide Media Converter Channel 1 Media Converter Channel 2 Figure 4. Media Converter Channels on the MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/ 8SP Media Converter Modules Copper Ports Here are the properties of the copper ports: Standard RJ-45 8-pin connectors. For port pin-outs, refer to “RJ-45 ...
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Chapter 2: Media Converter Modules 1G: Standard TIA/EIA 568-A-compliant Category 5 or TIA/EIA 568- B-compliant Enhanced Category 5 (Cat 5e) unshielded cabling. Copper Port The copper ports have one active LED that displays link and activity information. Refer to Figure 5. LEDs Link/Activity Unused...
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The fiber optic ports on the MCF3000/8SP media converter module support 100M 100Base-FX or 1G 1000Base-SX/LX SFP transceivers. Fiber Optic Ports They do not support 10G transceivers. Contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for a list of supported transceivers. Fiber Optic Port The fiber optic ports have one LED that displays link and activity information.
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Chapter 2: Media Converter Modules Table 3. Link/Activity LEDs for the Fiber Optic Ports on the MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP Modules (Continued) State Description Slow Flashing Green The media converter channel is operating in the MissingLink mode. The fiber optic port has a link to a network device, but the companion copper port in the same channel does not.
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MCF3000 Modular Media Converter Installation Guide MCF3010SP/4SP Media Converter Module The MCF3010SP/4SP media converter module is shown in Figure 7. Eight Slots for 1G/10G SFP+ fiber optic or copper port transceivers Figure 7. MCF3010SP/4SP Media Converter Module Media Converter The MCF3010SP/4SP module has four independent media converter channels.
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The channel slots support 1G and 10G SFP+ fiber optic or copper port transceivers. For a list of supported SFP+ and copper transceivers, contact an Allied Telesis sales representative. The channel assignments of the transceiver slots cannot be ...
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MCF3000 Modular Media Converter Installation Guide Table 4. SFP+ Transceiver LEDs on the MCF3010SP/4SP Module State Description Green The SFP+ or copper port transceiver has established a link to a link partner. Slow The media converter channel is operating in flashing the MissingLink mode.
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Chapter 2: Media Converter Modules MCF3010SPT/4SP Media Converter Module The MCF3010SPT/4SP media converter module is a bundled product consisting of these products: One MCF3010SP/4SP media converter module. Four pre-installed 10/100M/1/2.5/5/10G AT-SP10TM copper port transceivers. Refer to Figure 9. Four Slots for 1G/10G SFP+ Four 10/100M/1/2.5/5/10G fiber optic or copper port...
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The SFP+ transceiver slots support 1G and 10G fiber optic, or copper port transceivers. For a list of supported SFP+ transceivers, contact an Allied Telesis sales representative. The channel assignments of the ports cannot be changed. The four media converter channels operate independently of each ...
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Chapter 2: Media Converter Modules Copper Port Each copper port has two status LEDs. Refer to Table 5. LEDs Table 5. Copper Port LEDs on the MCF3010SPT/4SP Module State Description Green The copper port has established a link to a link partner.
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MCF3000 Modular Media Converter Installation Guide Media Converter Channels The ports on the media converters are paired together. Each pair functions as an independent media converter channel. The MCF3000/8LC and MCF3000/8SP media converters have eight independent media converter channels. The MCF3010SP/4SP and MCF3010SPT/4SP modules have four channels.
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Chapter 2: Media Converter Modules Here are the media converter guidelines: Local and remote devices that need to communicate with each other through the media converter have to be connected to ports in the same channel. You cannot change the port assignments of the channels. ...
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MCF3000 Modular Media Converter Installation Guide MissingLink Mode The MissingLink mode enables the two ports of a media converter channel to pass the “Link” status of their connections to each other. This allows channel ports and, consequently, the network devices connected to the ports, to instantly be aware of changes to the states of the links on companion ports.
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MissingLink mode should not be used on a channel if the two ports are connected to network devices that cannot react to a lost link. Furthermore, Allied Telesis does not recommend using the MissingLink mode when troubleshooting network problems that might be caused by link problems.
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MCF3000 Modular Media Converter Installation Guide Guidelines Here are MissingLink guidelines: The default MissingLink setting is enabled. Disabling the MissingLink mode requires the MCF3000M management module. You can enable or disable the MissingLink mode on the individual media converter channels.
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Chapter 3 MCF3000M Management Module Here are the sections in this chapter: “Overview” on page 40 “Front Panel” on page 42 “MGMT Port” on page 43 “MGMT Port LEDs” on page 44 “CONSOLE Port” on page 45 ...
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Chapter 3: MCF3000M Management Module Overview The MCF3000M management module is used to monitor and configure the ports and channels on the media converter modules. Refer to Figure 13. You can access the module locally through its CONSOLE port or remotely over your network through the MGMT 10/100/1000Base-T port, from Telnet or SSH clients.
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MCF3000 Media Converter Installation Guide Note For the complete list of management features, refer to the MCF3000 Series Command Line Interface User Guide or MCF3000 Series Web Browser Interface User Guide, available from the Allied Telesis web site.
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Chapter 3: MCF3000M Management Module Front Panel Figure 14 illustrates the front panel of the MCF3000M management module. Figure 14. Front Panel of the MCF3000M Management Module The front panel components are briefly described here: MGMT port - This is a standard 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port. ...
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MCF3000 Media Converter Installation Guide MGMT Port The MGMT port is a standard Gigabit Ethernet port. You need to connect it to a device on your network, such as a Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet switch, if the management module will be performing any of the following management functions: Obtaining its IP address configuration from a DHCP server.
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Chapter 3: MCF3000M Management Module MGMT Port LEDs The MGMT management port has an L/A (Link/Activity) LED. Unused Link/Activity Figure 15. Link/Activity LED on the Management Port The states of the Link/Activity LED are defined in Table 6. Table 6. Link/Activity LED on the MGMT Port State Description The port has not established a link to a network...
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MCF3000 Media Converter Installation Guide CONSOLE Port This micro USB connector is used to locally manage the chassis with a console or a PC and a terminal emulation program. This management method does not need an Internet Protocol (IP) address because it is not conducted over a network.
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Chapter 3: MCF3000M Management Module RESET Button The RESET button is used to restore the default settings to all system parameters. Here are situations where you might want to reset the module: Discard the current configuration and start over again with the default ...
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MCF3000 Media Converter Installation Guide USB Port The USB port is used with memory devices to upload new versions of the management software to the management module. Note A memory device is optional. The management module does not require a memory device for normal operations. Note The USB port cannot be used to upload or download configuration files from the management module.
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Chapter 3: MCF3000M Management Module Power and System LEDs The Power and System LEDs on the right side of the panel display general status information. Refer to Figure 17. Power and System LEDs Figure 17. Power and System LEDs Table 7 defines the states of the LEDs. Table 7.
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“Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 50 “Choosing a Site for the Media Converter Chassis” on page 54 “Unpacking the MCF3300 Media Converter Chassis” on page 55 “Unpacking the MCF3300AC or MCF3300DC Power Supply” on page 59 “Unpacking the MCF3000M Management Module”...
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Chapter 4: Beginning the Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before beginning the installation procedure. Note Safety statements that have the symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document at www.alliedtelesis.com/library. Note Les consignes de sécurité...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Warning Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet could place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts. ...
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Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the device. Caution The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack. ...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Warning Switches should not be stacked on top of one another on a table or desktop because that could present a personal safety hazard if you need to move or replace switches. Warning A transceiver can be damaged by static electricity.
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Chapter 4: Beginning the Installation Choosing a Site for the Media Converter Chassis Observe these requirements when planning the installation of the media converter chassis. The device can be installed on a table or in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Before installing the device on a table, verify that the table is level ...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Unpacking the MCF3300 Media Converter Chassis The shipping box for the MCF3300 Media Converter Chassis is shown in Figure 18. Figure 18. MCF3300 Media Converter Chassis Shipping Box Figure 19 lists the items included in the MCF3300 Media Converter...
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Diameter: 4.0mm (0.2 in.) Four bumper feet with rivets Figure 19. Items in the MCF3300 Chassis Shipping Box The items in Figure 20 are included if you purchased the chassis with the AC MCF3300AC Power Supply. One regional power cord...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Visually inspect the front panel for the pre-installed items in Figure 21. Three media converter module slot covers Figure 21. Front Panel Visually inspect the back panel. Figure 22 shows the pre-installed components for the chassis with the MCF3300AC Power Supply. One MCF3300AC Power Supply One management...
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One power supply slot cover Figure 23. Pre-installed Back Panel Components - Chassis and the MCF3300DC Power Supply Note Please retain the original packaging material in the event you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Unpacking the MCF3300AC or MCF3300DC Power Supply The chassis comes with one pre-installed AC or DC power supply. A second power supply can be installed for power redundancy. Figure 24 shows the MCF3300AC Power Supply shipping box. Figure 24.
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Chapter 4: Beginning the Installation Figure 25 shows the MCF3300DC Power Supply shipping box. Figure 25. MCF3300DC Power Supply Shipping Box The contents include only the power supply.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Unpacking the MCF3000M Management Module Figure 26 shows the MCF3000M management module shipping box. Figure 26. MCF3000M Management Module Shipping Box...
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Chapter 4: Beginning the Installation Figure 27 lists the items included in the shipping box with the MCF3000M management module. One MCF3000M Management Module One management cable with micro USB and DB-9 (D-sub 9- pin) connectors Figure 27. Items in the MCF3000M Management Module Shipping Box...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clips The MCF3300AC Power Supply comes with a power cord retaining clip that protects the power cord from being accidentally unplugged from the unit. To install a power cord retaining clip, position the “u” part facing down, press in the sides, and insert the ends of the clip into the holes in the retaining bracket on the AC connector on the switch.
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Chapter 5 Installing Media Converter and Management Modules This chapter contains the following procedures: “Installing Media Converter Modules” on page 66 “Installing the MCF3000M Management Module” on page 69 “Installing a Power Supply” on page 73 ...
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Chapter 5: Installing Media Converter and Management Modules Installing Media Converter Modules Note The media converter modules support hot swapping. You can install them while the chassis is powered on. Note There are no adjustable switches on the circuit boards of the media converter modules.
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Note You should retain the packaging material in the event you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis. 4. Align the edges of the module with the guides in the slot and carefully slide the module into the chassis until it makes contact with the backplane connector in the chassis.
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Chapter 5: Installing Media Converter and Management Modules Figure 31. Seating a Media Converter Module on the Backplane Connector 6. Tighten the two captive screws on the media converter module with a cross-head screwdriver to secure it in the chassis. Refer to Figure 32. Figure 32.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Installing the MCF3000M Management Module Note The MCF3000M Management Module supports hot-swapping. You can install it while the chassis is powered on. Caution The module is sensitive to and can be damaged by electrostatic discharge.
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Chapter 5: Installing Media Converter and Management Modules Battery Insulator Figure 34. Removing the Battery Insulator from the MCF3000M Management Module 4. Align the edges of the module with the card guides in the slot and carefully slide the module into the chassis until it makes contact with the connector on the backplane inside the chassis.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Card Guide Figure 35. Installing the Management Module 5. Gently press on both sides of the faceplate to seat the card on the connector on the backplane inside the chassis. Refer to Figure 36. Figure 36.
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Chapter 5: Installing Media Converter and Management Modules 6. Tighten the two captive screws on the module with a cross-head screwdriver. Refer to Figure 37 on page 72. Figure 37. Tightening the Captive Screws on the MCF3000M Management Module...
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1. Unpack the MCF3300AC or MCF3300DC Power Supply from its shipping package and verify the package contents. Refer to “Unpacking the MCF3300AC or MCF3300DC Power Supply” on page 59. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. Note Please retain the original packaging material in the event you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis.
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Chapter 5: Installing Media Converter and Management Modules Figure 39. Removing the Blank Cover from a Power Supply Slot 4. Position the power supply as shown in Figure 40 and slide it into the slot until it makes contact with the connector inside the chassis. Figure 40.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Caution To prevent damaging the connector pins on the backplane, do not force the module into place. Figure 41. Seating the Power Supply on the Connector in the Chassis 6. Secure the power supply by tightening the two captive screws on the faceplate, with a cross-head screwdriver.
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Chapter 6 Installing the Media Converter on a Table or Desktop This chapter contains the instructions for installing the media converter on a table or desktop. Warning Media converters should not be stacked on a table or desktop. They could present a physical safety hazard if you need to move or replace them.
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Chapter 6: Installing the Media Converter on a Table or Desktop 5. Install the bumper feet as follows: a. Insert a rivet housing into a bumper foot. Refer to Figure 44. Figure 44. Inserting the Rivet Housing into the Bumper Foot b.
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MCF3000 Media Converter Installation Guide Figure 46. Inserting the Rivet into the Bumper Foot d. Repeat this step to install the remaining bumper feet. 6. Turn the switch over and place it on a flat, secure desk or table, leaving ample space around it for ventilation.
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Chapter 6: Installing the Media Converter on a Table or Desktop...
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Chapter 7 Installing the MCF3300 Chassis in an Equipment Rack This chapter contains the following procedures: “Removing the Bumper Feet” on page 82 “Installing the MCF3300 Chassis” on page 83 ...
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Chapter 7: Installing the MCF3300 Chassis in an Equipment Rack Removing the Bumper Feet The bumper feet included with the media converter should not be used when installing the device in an equipment rack. If they are already installed, perform the following procedure to remove them: 1.
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Please review the information and perform the procedures in Chapter 4, “Beginning the Installation” on page 49 before installing the switch. Caution The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack. E28...
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Chapter 7: Installing the MCF3300 Chassis in an Equipment Rack 3. Mount the chassis in a 19-inch rack using standard screws (not provided). Refer to Figure 49. Figure 49. Installing the MCF3300 Chassis in an Equipment Rack...
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Chapter 8 Cabling the Media Converter and Management Modules Here are the sections in this chapter: “Cabling Copper Ports” on page 86 “Installing SFP/SFP+ Transceivers” on page 87 “Cabling the MGMT Port on the MCF3000M Management Module” on ...
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Chapter 8: Cabling the Media Converter and Management Modules Cabling Copper Ports Here are the guidelines to cabling copper ports: The connectors on the cables should fit snugly into the ports, and the tabs should lock the connectors into place. The setting for the wiring configurations of the ports is auto-MDI/ ...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Installing SFP/SFP+ Transceivers This section contains guidelines and the procedure for installing SFP/ SFP+ transceivers. Installation Please review the following guidelines before installing copper or fiber optic transceivers: Guidelines Transceivers are hot-swappable. You can install them while the ...
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Chapter 8: Cabling the Media Converter and Management Modules Installing Copper To install copper or SFP+ fiber optic transceivers in the media converter modules, perform the following procedure: or SFP+ Transceivers Note The illustrations in the procedure show an SFP transceiver with a duplex LC connector.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide 6. Remove the dust cover from the transceiver. Refer to Figure 51 on page 89. Figure 51. Removing the Dust Cover from a Transceiver 7. Verify the position of the handle on the transceiver. For a top slot, the handle is in the upright position.
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Chapter 8: Cabling the Media Converter and Management Modules 8. Connect the fiber optic cable to the transceiver, as shown in Figure 53. The connector on the cable should fit snugly into the port, and the tab should lock the connector into place. Figure 53.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Cabling the MGMT Port on the MCF3000M Management Module The MGMT port on the MCF3000M management module is a standard 10/ 100/1000Base-T Ethernet port. It is used by the module to communicate with your network when performing the remote functions listed in “Overview”...
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Chapter 8: Cabling the Media Converter and Management Modules...
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Chapter 9 Powering On and Verifying the Chassis This chapter contains the following procedures: “Powering On the MCF3300AC Power Supply” on page 94 “Powering On the MCF3300DC Power Supply” on page 97 “Verifying the Media Converter” on page 102 ...
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Chapter 9: Powering On and Verifying the Chassis Powering On the MCF3300AC Power Supply To power on MCF3300AC power supplies, perform the following procedure: 1. Raise the retaining clip to the upright position on the MCF3300AC Power Supply. Refer to Figure 55. Figure 55.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide 3. Lower the power cord retaining clip to secure the power cord to the chassis. Figure 57. Positioning the Power Cord Retaining Clip 4. Plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate power source. Refer to Figure 58.
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Chapter 9: Powering On and Verifying the Chassis Note The unit might have more than one power source. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect all power cords before servicing the unit. E30 For instructions on how to verify the operations of the modules, go to “Verifying the Media Converter”...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Powering On the MCF3300DC Power Supply This section contains the procedure for wiring the DC connector on the MCF3300DC power supply. Warning As a safety precaution, install a circuit breaker with a minimum value of 15 Amps between the equipment and the DC power source.
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Chapter 9: Powering On and Verifying the Chassis 2. Use the legend above the terminal block to identify the terminals. The terminals are positive, power supply ground and negative, from left to right, as shown in Figure 59. Ground +48 VDC Positive -48 VDC Negative Terminal Terminal...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Note Allied Telesis recommends tinning the wires with solder to protect against loose strands. This guide does not contain instructions on how to tin wires. 5. Loosen the retaining screw to the Ground connector on the power supply with a #1 flathead screwdriver.
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Chapter 9: Powering On and Verifying the Chassis Figure 63. Connecting the Ground Wire to the DC Terminal Block 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to connect the +48 VDC (RTN) feed wire to the terminal block marked + (plus). 8.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide 10. Secure the tray cable near the rack framework using multiple cable ties to minimize the chance of the connections being disturbed by casual contact with the wiring. Use at least four cable ties, separated four inches apart.
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Chapter 9: Powering On and Verifying the Chassis Verifying the Media Converter The instructions in this chapter are used to verify the proper operations of the modules and should be performed after the initial installation of the media converter or whenever you add or replace modules. The sections are listed here: “Media Converter Modules,”...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Starting a Local Management Session This section contains the procedure for starting a local management session on the MCF3000M management module using the micro-USB Console port and the provided management cable. Note Local management of the management module requires the CP210x USB to UART Bridge Virtual COM Port (VCP) driver from Silicon Labs.
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Chapter 9: Powering On and Verifying the Chassis Figure 66. Connecting the USB Cable to Your Computer 3. Configure the terminal or terminal emulator program as follows: Baud rate: 115200 bps (The baud rate of the RS-232 Terminal port is adjustable from 9600 to 115200 bps.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide are “manager” and “user1”. The manager account lets you view and change all system parameters, as well as view traffic statistics. The user1 account is only used to view the parameter settings and traffic statistics.
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Chapter 10 Replacing Modules This chapter contains the following procedures: “Replacing Media Converter Modules” on page 108 “Removing the MCF3300AC Power Supply” on page 111 “Removing the MCF3300DC Power Supply” on page 115 “Replacing the MCF3000M Management Module” on page 118 ...
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Chapter 10: Replacing Modules Replacing Media Converter Modules Caution Media converter modules are sensitive to and can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge precautions when handling the modules. To remove a media converter module: 1.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Figure 68. Sliding the Media Converter Module from the Chassis 6. To install a new module, refer to “Installing Media Converter Modules” on page 66. Note If the chassis is unmanaged, the channels in the replacement module use their current settings or if the module is new, the default values.
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Chapter 10: Replacing Modules Figure 69. Installing the Slot Cover over a Media Converter Slot...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Removing the MCF3300AC Power Supply This section contains the procedure for removing the MCF3300AC Power Supply from the chassis. The power supply is hot-swappable. You do not have to power off the chassis to install or remove a power supply in a chassis that has two power supplies.
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Chapter 10: Replacing Modules 3. Disconnect the power cord from the chassis. Refer to Figure 72. Figure 72. Disconnecting the Power Cord from the MCF3300AC Power Supply 4. Using a cross-head screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws on the power supply. Refer to Figure 73. Figure 73.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Figure 74. Pulling on the Handle to Disconnect the MCF3300AC Power Supply from the Chassis 6. Slide the power supply out from the chassis. Refer to Figure 75. Caution The power supply is heavy. Hold it with both hands when removing it from the chassis.
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Chapter 10: Replacing Modules 7. To install a replacement power supply, refer to “Installing a Power Supply” on page 73. 8. If you are not installing a replacement power supply now, install the blank slot cover. Refer to Figure 76. Figure 76.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Removing the MCF3300DC Power Supply This section contains the procedure for removing the MCF3300DC Power Supply from the chassis. The power supply is hot-swappable. You do not have to power off the chassis to install or remove a power supply in a chassis that has two power supplies.
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Chapter 10: Replacing Modules Warning When installing or removing this equipment, always connect the power supply ground connection first and disconnect it last. E11 5. Using a cross-head screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws on the power supply. Refer to Figure 78. Figure 78.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Caution The power supply is heavy. Use both hands to remove it from the chassis. Figure 80. Sliding the MCF3300DC Power Supply from the Chassis 8. To install a replacement power supply, refer to “Installing a Power Supply”...
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Chapter 10: Replacing Modules Replacing the MCF3000M Management Module This section contains the procedure for replacing the MCF3000M management module. Please review the following information before performing the procedure: The management module can be hot-swapped. You do not have to ...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Figure 81. Disconnecting Cables and USB Device from the MCF3000M Module 2. Loosen the two captive screws on the management modules with a cross-head screwdriver. Refer to Figure 82. Figure 82. Loosening the Captive Screws on the MCF3000M Management Module 3.
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4. Slide the module from the chassis. Refer to Figure 84. Figure 84. Removing the MCF3000M Management Module from the MCF3300 Chassis 5. If you are not immediately installing the management module in another chassis, store it in an anti-static bag.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide 6. Do one of the following: To install a replacement module, refer to “Installing the MCF3000M Management Module” on page 69. After installing the replacement module, download the most recent backup configuration file to it. Refer to the MCF3000 Series Command Line Interface User Guide or MCF3000 Series Web Browser Interface User Guide.
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Chapter 11 Troubleshooting The following sections contain troubleshooting recommendations should you encounter a problem with the product: “Media Converter Modules” on page 124 “MCF3300AC Power Supply Module” on page 128 “MCF3300DC Power Supply Module” on page 129 “MCF3000M Management Module”...
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Chapter 11: Troubleshooting Media Converter Modules Problem: All the port LEDs on a media converter module are off. Solution: Try the following: For MCF3010SP/4SP and MCF3010SPT/4SP modules, verify that the chassis has two MCF3300AC or MCF3300DC power supplies and that both power supplies are powered on. These media converter modules require two power supplies.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Verify that the cable is the correct category for the port speed. Refer to “Copper Cable” on page 23. If the chassis has the MCF3000M management module, use the management software to verify that the port is enabled. Problem: The Link/Activity LED of a fiber optic port is off.
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Chapter 11: Troubleshooting Problem: A port’s Link/Activity LED is slowly blinking once a second. Solution: This means that the media converter channel is operating in the MissingLink mode. The port with the blinking LED can establish a link with its network device, but the companion port in the same channel cannot establish a link, If the companion port is a copper port, refer to Problem 2.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Another possible cause is an intermittent link on a port, perhaps because of a problem with a cable or a network device. To identify which port has the problem, set the channel to the regular mode and go to the previous Problem.
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Chapter 11: Troubleshooting MCF3300AC Power Supply Module Problem: The fans in the power supply have stopped. Solution: The power supply module is not receiving power or has a technical problem. Try the following: Verify that the module is fully seated in the power supply slot in the ...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide MCF3300DC Power Supply Module Problem: The fans in the power supply have stopped. Solution: The power supply module is not receiving power or has a technical problem. Try the following: Verify that the module is fully seated in the power supply slot in the ...
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Chapter 11: Troubleshooting MCF3000M Management Module Problem: The POWER and SYSTEM LEDs on the module are off. Solution: Try the following: Verify that the power supply module in the chassis is operating properly. Refer to “MCF3300AC Power Supply Module” on page 128.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Problem: You cannot start a remote Telnet or SSH management session with the management module. Solution: Try the following: Verify that the MGMT port is connected to a network device, such as an Ethernet switch or router. Use a PING utility on your workstation to verify the existence of a ...
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Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections: ”Physical Specifications” on page 134 ”Environmental Specifications” on page 136 ”Power Specifications” on page 137 ”Certifications” on page 139 ”RJ-45 Copper Port Pinouts” on page 140 ...
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Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D) Table 8 and Figure 87 list the product dimensions. Table 8. Product Dimensions MCF3300 Chassis 4.3 cm x 44.0 cm x 43.7 cm (1.7 in. x 17.3 in. x 17.2 in.) MCF3000/8LC Module 3.6 cm x 14.5 cm x 16.5 cm...
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Figure 88. Bracket Hole Locations Weights Table 9 lists the product weights. Table 9. Product Weights MCF3300 Chassis with slot covers 4.40 kg (9 lb. 7 oz.) and no power supplies MCF3300 Chassis with slot covers 4.99 kg (11 lb.)
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Appendix A: Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Table 11 lists the environmental specifications of the switches. sb - from Table 11. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F) Storage Temperature -15° C to 65° C (-5° F to 149° F) Operating Humidity 5% to 95% noncondensing Storage Humidity...
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Power Specifications This section contains the maximum power consumption values and input voltages. Maximum Power Consumption Table 12 list the maximum power consumption. Table 12. Maximum Power Consumption (Watts) MCF3300 Chassis 100W MCF3000/8LC Module MCF3000/8SP Module MCF3010SP/4SP Module MCF3010SPT/4SP Module...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Certifications Table 16 lists the product certificates. Table 16. Product Certifications Safety UL62368-1 CAS C22.2 No. 62368-1 EN62368-1, CE Mark EMI (Emissions) FCC Class A EN55022 Class A VCCI Class A ICES EMC (Immunity) EN55024 Electrical and Laser Safety EN62368-1 (TUV), UL62368-1...
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Appendix A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Copper Port Pinouts Figure 89 illustrates the pin layout of the RJ-45 connectors on the media converter modules and the MGMT port on the MCF3000M module. Figure 89. Pin Layout (Front View) of the RJ-45 Connectors Table 17 lists the pin signals for 10 or 100Mbps.
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Table 18. Pin Signals on Copper Ports at 1000Mbps (Continued) TX and RX+ TX and RX- TX and RX- TX and RX+ TX and RX-...
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Appendix A: Technical Specifications Micro-USB Console Port Pinouts Table 19 lists the pin signals on the micro-USB Console port on the MCF3000M management module. sb - need to verify Table 19. Micro-USB Console Port Pin Signals Signal USB2 VBUS Input USB2 Data Negative USB2 Data Positive Not Connected...
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MCF3000 Multi-Channel Media Converter Installation Guide Fiber Optic Ports on the MCF3000/8LC Module Table 20 lists the specifications for the 1000Base-FX fiber optic ports on the MCF3000/8LC Module. sb - done Table 20. Specifications for the Fiber Optic Ports on the MCF3000/8LC Module General Connector...
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