Page 3 - introduCtion; Thank you for purchasing this INTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS
introduCtion Thank you for purchasing this INTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS ™ Media Converter. The models listed below vary in the type and number of ports, connectors, data transfer rates and added features, but all are designed so network managers can install fiber cabling anywhere within a network wi...
Page 4 - FCC Warning; when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This; CE Mark Warning; cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to; Overview; Since all the INTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS Media Converter; funCtions & indiCators; Auto MDI
FCC Warning This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipme...
Page 5 - DIP Switches; enable a variety of functions; Loopback Testing; Don’t conduct both loopback tests at the same time.; Local Loopback
DIP Switches The DIP (dual in-line package) switches on the rear panel of some models enable a variety of functions that are printed in a convenient reference key alongside the switches. NOTE: A DIP switch reference list is also listed in the product’s Specifications. In the example at right (model ...
Page 6 - Remote Loopback; and display a pass/fail result
2. Click “Start.” 3. The program will send a testing message looped in the copper segment and display a pass/fail result . Remote Loopback Use a remote loopback (at the remote unit, set the designated DIP switch to On; at the local unit, keep both loopback Dip switches Off/disabled) to check that th...
Page 7 - support Spanning Tree or Fast Spanning Tree protocols. By default,; LEDs; Front panel LEDs provide at-a-glance network status and real-time
support Spanning Tree or Fast Spanning Tree protocols. By default, transmission of data will travel via the primary path. If a link failure is detected, transmission will automatically be switched to the secondary path by Spanning Tree Protocol, delivering non-stop network connectivity. LEDs Front p...
Page 8 - ConneCtions & installation; Ports; their various uses and limits.
ConneCtions & installation Ports A s mentioned in the Introduction, the type of media converter ports will vary from model to model. Refer to each model’s Specifications at the back of this manual to identify a port, and see below for explanations of their various uses and limits. Auto MDI/MDI-X...
Page 10 - Cables; Connecting Fiber Cable
Cables Connecting Fiber Cable When connecting fiber cable to a 1000Base-FX port on the converter, be sure an SC or WDM connector is used. (Other INTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS Media Converter models may need cable that matches their ST ports.) Follow the steps below to properly connect fiber cable . 1...
Page 11 - Cable Selection; Positioning the Converter
the cable for UTP; and 100x the diameter of the cable for fiber. • Avoid letting the cable twist too much to prevent excessive strain on internal cables. • Place cable ties at regular intervals, being careful not to overtighten them. Avoid using ties with fiber cable. • Don’t stretch cable, especial...
Page 12 - Powering On the Converter; The converter uses an AC power supply: 100 – 240 V AC, 50 – 60 Hz. The; Sample Application Diagrams
performance. Consider these guidelines when deciding where to place the device. • Place the converter in a fairly cool and dry location. (See Specifications for the acceptable temperature and humidity operating ranges.) • Place the converter in a location free from strong electromagnetic field gener...
Page 13 - Switch — Converter — Converter — Switch; link to a variety of Gigabit Ethernet network devices within a LAN.; Switch — Converter — Converter — Server
Switch — Converter — Converter — Switch In the configuration below, the converters function as a high-speed bridge between switches, creating increased capacity for each user (node) on the local area network and providing a 1000 Mbps full duplex link to a variety of Gigabit Ethernet network devices ...
Page 14 - separate floors within; Switch — Converter — Converter — Workstation; duplex link to a remote network node.
In the configuration below, redundant link converters function as a server aggregation for an enterprise or LAN configuration, providing a 10/100/1000 Mbps full duplex link to a workgroup of 10/100/1000 switches located on separate floors within a single building. Switch — Converter — Converter — Wo...
Page 15 - speCifiCations; - Fiber media support depends
speCifiCations 15 Standards • IEEE 802.3ab (Twisted Pair Gigabit Ethernet) • IEEE 802.3z (Fiber Optic Gigabit Ethernet) General • Media support: - 1000Base-T Cat5e or higher UTP/STP RJ-45 - Fiber media support depends on SFP module • Connectors: - RJ-45 port, 10/100/1000Base-T - 2 SFP module slots (...
Page 17 - Converter
Standards • IEEE 802.3ab (Twisted Pair Gigabit Ethernet) • IEEE 802.3z (Fiber Optic Gigabit Ethernet) General • Media support: - 1000Base-T Cat5e or higher UTP/STP RJ-45 - 1000Base-LX single-mode 9/125 µm fiber • Connectors: - RJ-45 port, 1000Base-T - Fiber SC port, 1000Base-LX • Distances: - 10 km ...