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™ Signamax 10/100TX to 100FX Media Converter Preface This manual describes how to install and use the Ethernet media converter. The Converter introduced here provides one channel media conversion between 10/100BaseTX and 100BaseFX. The Converter fully complies with IEEE802.3 10BaseT and IEEE802.3u 100BaseTX/FX standards.
™ Signamax 10/100TX to 100FX Media Converter Introduction In response to an increase in fiber optics cabling deployment, we offer this PCI-based Media Converter Series as a concrete and affordable option. This PCI-based Media Converter Series is one of the most complete solutions in media conversion .The Series are available in all types of fiber...
™ Signamax 10/100TX to 100FX Media Converter Product Features One port fiber connection: Multi-mode with SC/ST/MT-RJ/VF-45/LC up to 2km Single-Mode SC/ST fiber optic distance up to 120km Single-Mode WDM SC single-fiber optic distance up to 40km One port RJ-45 connection: Auto-negotiate 10/100Mbps and full/half duplex;...
™ Signamax 10/100TX to 100FX Media Converter One-Channel Media Converter Ports The Converter provides one TX port and one FX port. For the FX port, it provides options of Multi-mode fiber using SC, ST, VF-45, MT-RJ or LC connector or Single-mode fiber using SC or ST connector or WDM fiber using single SC connector.
™ Signamax 10/100TX to 100FX Media Converter Installation This chapter gives step-by-step installation instructions for the Converter. Installing PCI-based Media Converter into PCI slot Step 1: Turn off the power to the PC. Step 2: Remove any metal decorations from your hands and wrists.
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™ Signamax 10/100TX to 100FX Media Converter Install the PCI-based Media Converter into the PCI slot and screw it onto the backplane. Figure 1 : Installing PCI-based Media Converter into 32-bit PCI slot <Note> Always ensure the power is cut off before any installation to avoid electric shock and possible damage to the equipments.