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Overview This document contains instructions necessary for the installation and operation of the Perle 10G Media Converter modules that are used in conjunction with a Perle Media Converter chassis. Each module contains two pluggable transceiver ports that permit connections of SFP+ fiber, XFP fiber and copper modules. The C model modules are the unmanaged modules and the CM models are the managed modules.
The default switch settings (all switches in the UP position) will work for most installations. The default Auto-Jumper is set to Auto. These are the steps required to configure the Perle 10G Media Converter module: 1. Set the Auto-Jumper switch. (optional) 2.
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4. Insert appropriate modules into the pluggable transceiver ports. 5. Connect fiber or copper cables to the installed modules. 6. The Media Converter module is automatically powered up. Cx-10G-STS Cx-10G-XTS, Cx-10G-XTSH Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
Tighten the Captive retainer screw to ensure the module is locked in place. Caution : Observe electrostatic discharge precautions when installing or removing the module(s) from the Chassis. Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the module(s) and/or chassis Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
DIP switches vary by model, so please refer to the appropriate model. Note: Switch changes made when the product is powered up take effect immediately and will result in a link reset on both ports. Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
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Standard Mode: In this mode, the links can be brought up and down independently of each other. A loss of link on either fiber connection can occur without affecting the other fiber connection Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
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Built In Link Test. Switch 3 determines which port with be put into loopback mode. If the remote device is a supported Perle media converter/module, this unit does not need to be put into test mode and there is no need to set the loopback switch.
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Remote-Cx-10G Configuration All switches in the Up position Note: If the remote Media Converter module is not a supported Perle media converter/ module then the remote Media Converter /module will need to be put into loopback mode. See the documentation that came with that Media Converter module.
2. Media Converter notifies the remote Media Converter that there is a fault on the Link. 3. Media Converter detects loss of fiber link on receiver RX. 4. Media Converter turns off transmitter (TX). Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
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EPROM on the module and module type. Off: When AutoDetect Mode is turned OFF, the Cx-10G media converter module will select the alternative setting from that established by the determination above. Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
Operation Status LED The Perle 10G Media converters modules have three status LEDs located on the front panel of the module. PWR - Power/Test Green On: Power is on and the module is in normal operation mode. Green Blinking slowly: the module is in test or loopback mode.
If unable to get full connectivity with all DIP switches in the UP position, this procedure is recommended for troubleshooting. If the remote device is not a Perle media converter/module the remote device needs to be put into loopback mode.
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Perle Cx-10G media converter modules have the ability to automatically put remote supported Perle media converter/ modules into loopback mode. This allows the remote Perle media converter/module to be located in distant or inaccessible locations. The remote Perle media converter/module will remain in loopback mode as long as the tests are in progress.
SFP+ supports Cx1 (direct attach) interfaces • XFP supports Cx4 modules Fiber Cabling Requirements 50/125 microns 62.5/125 microns 9/125 microns Note: Please refer the product page on the Perle website for the most up to date specifications. http://www.perle.com/ Perle 10G Media Converter module Installation Guide...
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