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GigaBit Media Converter PLEASE READ THESE LEGAL NOTICES CAREFULLY. By using a Net Optics GigaBit Media Converter you agree to the terms and conditions of usage set forth by Net Optics, Inc. No licenses, express or implied, are granted with respect to any of the technology described in this manual.
• Includes automatic Link Fault Signaling. Link Fault Signaling alerts each host (router, switch, server) attached to a Net Optics GigaBit Media Converter, if any of the intermediate links that separate them have failed. If one link fails, or is not connected, the converter automatically disables the forward link to the next device, until the unit is connected or the link is repaired.
GigaBit Media Converter About this Guide This guide covers the installation and use of the following models: Part Number Description FMC-LX/SX-R GigaBit Fiber Mode Converter, Rack-mount FMC-LX/SX GigaBit Fiber Mode Converter, Stand-alone...
GigaBit Media Converter Product Diagrams +5VDC +5VDC 1.5 AMP 1.5 AMP Figure 1. Rack mount model PORT 1 PORT 2 550m 10 Km LINK Figure 2. Stand alone model...
GigaBit Media Converter Connecting to the Network 1. Unpack the GigaBit Media Converter, verify that you have all components, and obtain the required cables needed to successfully install the unit. 2. Multimode Ports: Using a duplex multimode cable, connect the appropriate switch, server, or router to the GigaBit Media Converter's Multimode Port.
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GigaBit Media Converter Connecting to the Network When installing the GigaBit Media Converter, care must be taken in choosing the appropriate cabling to avoid Differential Mode Delay (DMD) effects. DMD is caused by singlemode, (1310 nanometer) laser point sources launching into multimode cable. Optical power is concentrated in the center of the fiber core, propagating in less than 5% of possible modal paths.
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GigaBit Media Converter PORT 1 PORT 2 550m 10 Km LINK Duplex SC/SC Duplex SC/SC From switch, server, From switch, server, Singlemode Cable Multimode Cable or router (DTE) or router (DCE) Figure 3. Connecting to the Network...
GigaBit Media Converter Configuration Guidelines for Link Fault Signaling (LFS) Operation Link Fault Signaling (LFS) circuitry provides visual indication of link condition on both segments, as well as alerting each end host device when a remote link (segment) is down. If either segment experiences a link failure, the good segment port LED will remain lit.
GigaBit Media Converter Safety Notes on Laser Singlemode and Multimode-type Connectors The FMC-LX/SX uses one 850nm laser (Multimode Port) and one 1310 nm laser (Singlemode Port) connector. Observe caution when deploying equipment using laser optics. Non-eye safe laser devices may be inadvertently connected to cabling that is intended to be attached.to eye-safe 850nm or 1310 nm laser driven equipment.
GigaBit Media Converter Specifications Environmental Operating Temperature: 0˚C to 55˚C Storage Temperature: -10˚C to 70˚C Relative Humidity: 10% min, 95% max, non-condensing Power Supply Input: 100-240 VAC, 0.6A, 50-60 Hz (AC100-125V~30VA, 50-60 Hz, for Japan) Output: 5V, 2A (5V, 2.4A for UK and Japan) Mechanical Dimensions: 1.0”...
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• Gigabit Ethernet series converters comply with all applicable IEEE 802.3u specifications. Net Optics’ converters are designed to comply with all the following safety, emissions and susceptibility specifications: UL 1950, CSA-C22.2 No. 950-93, CE Mark EN60950 and EN55022, and FCC Class •...
Net Optics, Inc. warrants this GigaBit Media Converter to be in good working order for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of purchase from Net Optics or an authorized Net Optics reseller.
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