Black Box LE1345A-R3, LE1345A-ST-R3, LE1346A-R3, LE1346A-4OKM-R2, LE1345A-SX-R3 Installation & User Manual

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Installation & User Guide

“twister”

™

100MBPS TX-TO-FX

M

EDIA CONVERTERS

JULY 1999

LE1345A-R3

LE1345A-ST-R3

LE1346A-R3

LE1345A-ST-R3

LE1346A-4OKM-R2

LE1345A-SX-R3

LE1345A-SXST-R3

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Table of Contents

“twister” 100Mbps Media Converter Installation & User Guide

Introduction ...............................................................................................4

Overview ....................................................................................................5

Installation Guide ...................................................................................... 6

STEP 1: Unpacking the “twister” and Accessories .................... 6

STEP 2: Choosing an Appropriate Location .............................. 6

STEP 3: Setting the Switches ..................................................... 7

STEP 4: Connecting to the Network ..........................................9

STEP 5: Applying Power ......................................................... 11

User Guide ............................................................................................... 13

System LEDs............................................................................13

Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF)............................................15

Topology Solutions ..................................................................16

Technical Specifications...........................................................18

Product Safety, EMC and Compliance Statements ..................20

4

Introduction

Thank you for choosing “twister” media converters.

The “twister” media converters represent the hottest technology available
for extending Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks. “twister” media
conversion has become a standard for providing a cost-effective means of
integrating a mixed media environment. As LANs grow and evolve, this
technology provides an ideal solution for building effective migration
strategies.

These IEEE 802.3u compliant media converters are compatible with Fast
Ethernet devices from other leading network technology providers. This
increases the flexibility of your network configuration by ensuring reliable
data transmission in multi-vendor as well as mixed media environments.

The information in this guide will help you to install and start using your
“twister” media converter.

“twister” Media Converter 5

Overview

The “twister” 100Mbps TX-to-FX media converters provide seamless
high-speed integration of 100BASE-TX twisted-pair and 100BASE-FX
fiber optic segments in Fast Ethernet environments. The “twister”
supports remote fiber optic links up to 2km over multimode and up to
40km over singlemode fiber optic cable.

To optimize your Fast Ethernet network, this innovative media converter
provides seamless operation in half-duplex or full-duplex environments.
Full signal restoration —with a low bit delay — ensures accurate data
transmission to and from LANs within an organization. All signal activity
is completely converted ensuring accurate communication and collision
detection in connected segments and allowing maximum media length to
be achieved on either side of the device.

The “twister” provides the following key features:

• A Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF) enable/disable switch is
included to provide an easy means for troubleshooting a
remote network connection. Refer to the section of this guide
titled Link Loss Carry Forward for more information.

• All twisted-pair ports are equipped with an MDI-II to MDI-X
switch eliminating the need for crossover cables.

• Auto polarity support on all twisted-pair ports.

Whether you are updating or expanding your existing network, the line of
“twister” media converters supports a wide range of configuration needs.
The “twister” includes the following media conversion combinations:

LE1345A-R3 __________ TX to FX multimode SC
LE1346A-ST-R3 _______ TX to FX singlemode ST
LE1345A-ST-R3 _______ TX to FX multimode ST
LE1346A-R3 __________ TX to FX singlemode SC
LE1346A-40KM-R2 ____ TX to FX singlemode SC (40km)
LE1345A-SX-R3 _______ TX to SX multimode SC
LE1345A-SXST-R3 _____ TX to SX multimode ST

6 Installation Guide

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Installation Guide

Follow the simple steps outlined in this section of the guide to
install and start using your “twister” media converter.

Unpack the “twister” media converter and
any accessories.

Check that the following components have been included with
your order:

• “twister” media converter

• Power Supply

• Power Cord

• Four (4) Rubber Feet

Your order has been provided with the safest possible packaging,
but shipping damage does occasionally occur. Inspect your order
carefully. If you discover any shipping damage, notify the carrier
and follow their instructions for damage and claims. Save the
original shipping carton in case return or storage of the unit is
necessary.

Choose an appropriate location.

The “twister” media converter is intended for use in either office
or industrial environments. The unit must be located within six (6)
feet of the AC power source being used and placed as far away as
possible from electrical noise generating equipment such as
copiers, electrostatic printers and other motorized equipment. If
exposed twisted-pair wiring is used nearby, the wiring should be
routed as far away as possible from power cords and data cables
to minimize interference.

The units may be oriented in any manner which permits the user
to make physical connection to the power supply and leaves a
minimum of six (6) inches of space for proper ventilation.

TUV Compliance Note. For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet
must be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.
Bei Geräten mit Steckanschluß muß die Steckdose nahe dem Gerät
angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein.

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Set the Switches.

Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF) Switch.

The media converter incorporates Link Loss Carry Forward
(LLCF) functionality as an aid in troubleshooting a remote
connection.

A switch for enabling/disabling LLCF is located on the rear
panel of the converter. When LLCF is enabled, the FX ports as
well as the TX ports on the “twister” do not transmit a link
signal until they receive a link signal from the opposite port.
Refer to the page titled Link Loss Carry Forward in the User
Guide section of this manual for more detailed information.

The unit is shipped with the LLCF disabled. To re-set the LLCF,
simply slide the switch to the appropriate setting.

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DC INPUT/5VDCLLCF

LLCF Switch

(default is OFF)

8 Installation Guide

MDI-II to MDI-X Switch.

All “twister” media converters with twisted-pair ports have an
MDI-II to MDI-X switch that eliminates the need for crossover
cables. This switch is located on the bottom of the unit directly
below the RJ-45 connector and allows simple setup in either
straight through or crossover configurations. Refer to the
illustration below.

When setting the MDI-II to MDI-X switch, observe the
positioning of the following symbols:

• the parallel symbol (II) indicates a straight through or

parallel connection.

• the cross symbol (X) indicates a crossover connection.

These symbols are clearly marked on the bottom of the unit.
Using a pointed object, simply slide the switch in the direction
of the appropriate symbol. Use the following table as a guide:

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MDI-II / MDI-X Switch

A device that is wired straight through, needs a crossover connection:

If the cable is…

straight through

crossover

… the MDI-II to MDI-X Switch Setting should be

X
II

A device that is wired crossover, needs a parallel connection:

If the cable is…

straight through

crossover

… the MDI-II to MDI-X Switch Setting should be

II
X