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This quick start guide describes how to install and use the Hardened Ethernet Extender. This is the Hardened Ethernet Extender of choice for harsh environments with space constraints. QS1. Physical Description The Port Status LEDs and Power Inputs Figure QS-1. LB304A, LBPS301A, LBPS304A. Table QS-1. Power input assignment. Power Signal Voltage...
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Hardened Ethernet Extender Quick Start Guide Table QS-2. DIP switch assignment. DIP Switch Description The device operates in local mode. The device operates in remote mode. Table QS-3. LED indicators Power LEDs State Indication Power 1 Steady Power on Power 2 Power off Power 3 Ethernet LEDs...
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Hardened Ethernet Extender Quick Start Guide Table QS-4. Speed/distance. Speed Distance 1 Mbps 6232 ft. (1900 m) 3 Mbps 5904 ft. (1800 m) 5 Mbps 5249 ft. (1600 m) 10 Mbps 4593 ft. (1400 m) 15 Mbps 3936 ft. (1200 m) 20 Mbps 3280 ft.
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Hardened Ethernet Extender Quick Start Guide Table QS-5. 10/100BASE-TX RJ-45 port pin assignments. Regular Ports Uplink Ports Output Transmit Data + Input Receive Data + Output Transmit Data - Input Receive Data - Input Receive Data + Output Transmit Data + Positive (VCC+) Positive (VCC+) Positive (VCC+)
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Hardened Ethernet Extender Quick Start Guide • Ethernet port: Supports IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3x. Autonegotiation: 10/100 Mbps, full-/half-duplex; Auto MDI/MDI-X. • Complies with IEEE 802.3at standard for high power input required device and also compatible with IEEE 802.3af powered devices (Only available for Hardened IEEE 802.3at PoE PSE Ethernet Extender version.) •...
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Hardened Ethernet Extender Quick Start Guide QS.3. Assembly, Startup, and Dismantling • Assembly: Place the Hardened Ethernet Extender on the DIN rail from above using the slot. Push the front of the Hardened Ethernet Extender toward the mounting surface until it audibly snaps into place. •...
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