EXFO FG-750 User Manual

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FG-750

Fiber Guardian

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Copyright Information

Copyright © 2012–2015 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, be it electronically, mechanically, or by any other means such as photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of EXFO Inc. (EXFO).

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The information contained in this publication is subject to change without notice.

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Units of Measurement

Units of measurement in this publication conform to SI standards and practices.

Patents

This product incorporates the proprietary EXFO Link-Aware™ technology, employing spectrally-selective high-reflectance demarcation (HRD) filters to enable the attenuation of a specific branch of a P2MP (point-to-multipoint) network to be measured/monitored. The Link-Aware™ technology is protected by Canadian patent no. 2,737,974, by pending US patent application no. 13/124,455, and by corresponding pending patent applications in Australia, China, the EC, India, Japan, and Korea.

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Version number: 2.0.1

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Microsoft End-User License Agreement

You have acquired a device ("DEVICE") that includes software licensed by EXFO Inc. (EXFO) from an affiliate of Microsoft Corporation ("MS"). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and "online" or electronic documentation ("SOFTWARE") are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties. Manufacturer, MS and its suppliers (including Microsoft Corporation) own the title, copyright, and other intellectual property rights in the SOFTWARE. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All rights reserved. The Microsoft EULA for the SOFTWARE can be found at: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/legal/intellectualproperty/useterms/default.aspx, by entering “Windows” as the Product Name, and “8” as the Version Number.

This EULA is valid and grants the end-user rights ONLY if the SOFTWARE is genuine and a genuine Certificate of Authenticity for the SOFTWARE is included. For more information on identifying whether your software is genuine, please see http://www.microsoft.com/piracy/howtotell.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA"), DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR COPY THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT EXFO FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE UNUSED DEVICE(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE

YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).

EXFO End-User License Agreement

Software License Agreement (V.2015-03)

This Software License Agreement (“Agreement”) shall apply to any Customer request for quotation and purchase order, EXFO order acknowledgement and invoice and any delivery of Software by EXFO, for which there is no separate license agreement between you and the manufacturer or owner of the software, together with EXFO’s Sales Terms and Conditions, available at www.exfo.com/SalesTC or on request, which are an integral part of this Agreement.

IMPORTANT: BY ORDERING, INSTALLING, DOWNLOADING, OR USING THE SOFTWARE OR OTHERWISE PROCEEDING WITH ANY TRANSACTION AFTER RECEIPT OF THE AGREEMENT, OR BY CLICKING ON THE ACCEPT BUTTON OR SIMILAR BUTTON, YOU, AS THE INDIVIDUAL OR SINGLE ENTITY ACQUIRING THE SOFTWARE (THE “CUSTOMER”), OR AS THE USER (AS HEREINAFTER DEFINED) SIGNIFY THAT YOU HAVE READ AND ACCEPTED THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT AS OF THE DATE ON WHICH YOU FIRST ORDER THE SOFTWARE, INSTALL, DOWNLOAD, USE OR CLICK THE ACCEPT BUTTON (THE “EFFECTIVE DATE”). IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THIS AGREEMENT, YOU SHOULD NOT ORDER, INSTALL, DOWNLOAD, NOR USE THE SOFTWARE AND CONTACT EXFO FOR A REFUND, IF APPLICABLE.

Terms and Conditions

 1. DEFINITIONS

1.1 "Documentation" means EXFO’s online or electronic information manual or other printed materials that (i) contain operating instructions and performance specifications for the Software and; (ii) EXFO delivers with the Software; and (iii) EXFO generally makes available to all users of its Software.

1.2 “Open Source Software” means individual software components that are provided with the Software, for which the source code is made generally available, and that are licensed under the terms of various published open source software license agreements or copyright notices accompanying such software components which include without limitation any software licenses approved as open source licenses by the Open Source Initiative or any substantially similar licenses.

1.3 “Product” means any hardware product developed by or on behalf of EXFO designed for use with the Software, as the case may be.

1.4 "Software" means the software programs and software components in object code, source code or other format and all modifications, updates, upgrades and enhancements that EXFO agrees to deliver or make available to Customer from time to time.

1.5 “Third Party” means any individual, corporation, partnership, association or other entity, other than the parties to this Agreement.

1.6 “Third Party Software” means the software programs distributed by EXFO as part of the Software which have been developed by Third Parties or their licensors and may include Open Source Software.

1.7 “Users” means Customer’s officers, employees, and independent agents and contractors, who are bound by enforceable obligations to use the Software only on behalf of the Customer and only in accordance with this Agreement.

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 2. PROPRIETARY RIGHTS

2.1 The Customer acquiring a license to the Software is granted only those rights expressly conferred by the license grant set forth in Section 3 of this Agreement. The Software is licensed, not sold. Title to the Software and the Documentation shall not be passed to Customer, Users or to any other party. EXFO shall retain ownership of all rights, titles and interests, in and to the intellectual property rights related to the Software and the Documentation, including but not limited to, patent, trademark, copyrights, trade names, trade secrets, other similar rights, and intellectual property rights that could result from any alterations, attachments and improvements made by either party. Title in the Third Party Software or the Open Source Software remains with the Third Party licensors, as applicable. Customer and Users shall not, remove or modify any Software and Documentation markings or any notices of EXFO’s or its Third Party licensors’ proprietary rights.

 3. LICENSE GRANT

3.1 License Grant. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, EXFO grants to Customer a personal, non-sublicensable, non-transferable and non-exclusive license to have Users install and use the Software in accordance with the Documentation and solely within Customer's own personal or business operations, as the case may be. EXFO’s license grant is conditioned on Customer continuous compliance with all limitations and license restrictions described herein and in the Documentation and if Customer violates any of these limitations and restrictions or any other terms of this Agreement, the license grant will automatically and immediately terminate without notice from EXFO. Any usage of the Software outside one of the following scopes constitutes an infringement of EXFO’s and/or its Third Party licensor’s intellectual property and/or proprietary rights as well as a material breach of this Agreement.

3.1.1 Standard. The license grant of section 3.1 is granted solely to install the Software on either (i) one (1) EXFO designated Product; (ii) one (1) stand-alone computer; or (iii) one (1) mobile device, neither of which may be connected to a network in a manner that allows more than one (1) User to upload, access, run or generally use the Software concurrently.

3.1.2 Simulator Multi-User. In the case of Simulator Products, the license grant of section 3.1 is granted solely to use the Software in connection with one (1) EXFO designated Simulator Product and multiple Users may upload, access, run or generally use the Software concurrently subject to the hardware capabilities of the Simulator Product purchased by the Customer.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, Users may customize or modify the Software standard package to meet Customer’s specific needs as allowed by the script environment.

3.1.3 Server Access. For any Software that allows access to a server (namely but not limited to EXFO Connect Software) the license grant of section 3.1 is granted solely for the purpose of accessing the server that enables administration of User accounts and performs services as specified in the Documentation, such as data storage. Customer shall use the Software only with one (1) stand-alone EXFO Product and shall be responsible for the administration of the Users accounts and the Users’ use of the Software. The Users may use the Software on behalf of the Customer for Customer’s internal business activities as described in section 3.1 above, subject to the terms of this Agreement. The Customer shall purchase the number of subscription licenses necessary for each User accessing the server at any one time. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the license grant is limited to a period of 1 year.

3.1.4 Service Assurance Licensed Hardware. In the case of Service Assurance Products, the license grant of section 3.1 is granted solely to use the BrixWorx system (including where applicable other Service Assurance applications) in connection with the maximum number of verifier agents purchased by the Customer and identified by a verifier key provided by EXFO.

3.2 Copies. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Customer may, when applicable with the type of Software, only make one (1) copy of the Software for backup and disaster recovery purposes provided that any copy or portion thereof must bear the same proprietary and/or copyright notices contained in or on the original copy.

 4. LICENSE RESTRICTIONS

4.1 No right is granted (i) for the use of the Software for or in the interest of any Third Party, including, but not limited to, use for timesharing, service bureau, subscription service, hosting, outsourcing or other similar services; (ii) to sell, transfer, export, license or sublicense any of the Software; or (iii) to transmit the Software to any person outside Customer's own business organization or personal use, as the case may be.

4.2 Customer shall not translate or create any derivative works based on the Software or Documentation or reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble or decode in whole or in part the Software or the Product or derive any source code or algorithms from the Software nor modify or alter the Software, the Product or the Documentation in any other manner whatsoever.

4.3 Customer shall not copy or use the Software or Documentation for any purpose or in any manner not expressly permitted in this Agreement.

4.4 Customer shall not remove or modify any program markings or any notice of EXFO’s or its Third Party licensors’ proprietary rights.

4.5 The validity of this Agreement is subject to the payment of all applicable license fees by Customer to EXFO indicated in the applicable EXFO invoice, if any.

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4.6 The Third Party Software provided to Customer is distributed under the terms of the license agreements associated with that Third Party Software. Copies of these terms are included in the Documentation otherwise this Agreement shall govern the use of any Third Party Software by Customer. EXFO may designate any Third Party licensors as a third party beneficiary of this Agreement (the “ Third Party Beneficiary”) solely with regards to the distribution of such Third Party Software but this Agreement shall not be enforceable by the Third Party Beneficiary without a prior written agreement duly executed with EXFO. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING ELSE TO THE CONTRARY IN THIS AGREEMENT, EXFO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY, RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY WITH REGARD TO THE THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE, INCLUDING THE DOWNLOADING AND INSTALLATION, IF APPLICABLE.

4.7 Software may contain Open Source Software. Open Source Software is composed of a variety of individual software components, each of which has its own copyright and its own applicable license conditions. Customer must review the licenses within the individual packages to understand its rights under them. The licenses can be found in each Software and/or the Documentation. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING ELSE TO THE CONTRARY IN THIS AGREEMENT, EXFO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY, RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY WITH REGARD TO OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE.

4.8 The Software may use Google Analytics, an analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”) or any other similar analytics services. Anonymous information may be collected about Customer’s use of the Software and such information will be transmitted to and stored on Google or third party servers. This information will be used for the purpose of compiling reports on the Software’s activity. This information may also be transferred to other parties where required to do so by law, or where such parties process the information collected by the analytics services.

 5. RESERVED RIGHTS

5.1 Title in the Software remains with EXFO. Title in the Third Party Software and Open Source Software remains with the Third Party providers.

5.2 EXFO reserves any rights not expressly granted in Section 3 and nothing in this Agreement constitutes a waiver of EXFO’s rights under copyright laws or any other federal or state law or treaty. Without limiting the foregoing, EXFO reserves the right to license the Software to others on such terms as EXFO may establish in its sole discretion.

5.3 EXFO reserves the right, in any way and without notice, to revise, not to revise, update or modify the Software, or the information upon which the Software was based. Except as otherwise expressly

set forth in this Agreement, EXFO assumes no responsibility, for (i) protecting the Software against obsolescence; (ii) providing any improvements to the Software; (iii) maintaining the Software; or (iv) providing other services with respect to the Software.

 6. COOKIE AND PRIVACY POLICY

If the use of the Software allows connection to an EXFO Server, Customer and Users consent to EXFO’s collection, use and disclosure of information associated with the Software solely in accordance with EXFO’s Cookie and Privacy Policy, currently available at http://www.exfo.com/en/Cookie-and-Privacy-Policy/, as it may be updated by EXFO from time to time.

 7. AUDIT

When applicable, EXFO reserves its right to verify, upon reasonable notice, Customer’s use of the Software in compliance with the terms of this Agreement and audit all books and financial records related to such use. Customer agrees to pay within 30 days of written notification any underpaid fees. If the Customer does not pay, EXFO can end Customer’s support, licenses and this Agreement. EXFO shall have the right to disclose the result of such audit to its Third Party Software licensors to the extent that such audit results in findings concerning such Third Party Software licensor.

 8. SUPPORT

EXFO shall only provide support for the Software to the extent set forth in a separate maintenance agreement or support program, if any, between EXFO and Customer.

 9. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION

9.1 Customer shall hold the Software and the Documentation in strict confidence for the benefit of EXFO as confidential information.

9.2 Customer shall not make any disclosure of the Software (including methods or concepts utilized in the Software) to anyone other than its Users who have a need to know provided that Customer shall be responsible for the use of the Software by its Users. Customer shall notify its Users of their confidentiality obligations with respect to the Software and the Documentation and shall require its Users to comply with these obligations. The confidentiality obligations of Customer and its Users shall survive the termination of Customer's licenses and rights granted under this Agreement.

9.3 Customer shall not disclose results of any Software or Product benchmark tests without EXFO’s prior written consent.

9.4 EXFO shall have the right to disclose, without Customer’s consent, the terms of this Agreement to EXFO’s Third Party Software licensors.

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 10. LIMITED WARRANTY AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY

EXFO warrants that for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of delivery ("Warranty Period"), that the Software will operate and perform materially in conformance with the Documentation. If a breach of the warranty set forth in this Section 10 occurs, Customer's sole and exclusive remedy is that EXFO will provide reasonable efforts to correct non-conformances which are reproducible by EXFO during the Warranty Period. If the use of the Software allows connection to an EXFO Server, during any subscription term, EXFO will use commercially reasonable efforts to make the EXFO server generally available except for planned downtime or downtime caused by circumstances beyond EXFO’s reasonable control.

 11. DISCLAIMER

EXFO makes no representations and extends no warranties of any kind (other than those set forth in Section 9) with respect to (i) the use, sufficiency or accuracy of the Software; (ii) the sufficiency or accuracy of the reports or tests performed utilizing the Software; (iii) any Third Party Software and Open Source Software; (iv) any Third Party websites or links (including hyperlinks) thereto; or (v) the availability of the Software, the EXFO server or that the Software and the EXFO server performance will be uninterrupted. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE (EVEN IF EXFO KNOWS OR HAS BEEN MADE AWARE OF SUCH PURPOSE), AND THE WARRANTY AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT-TOLERANT AND IS NOT DESIGNED, MANUFACTURED, OR INTENDED FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS THAT REQUIRE FAILS-SAFE PERFORMANCE SUCH AS IN THE OPERATION OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES, AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION OR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, EMERGENCY RESPONSE, TERRORISM PREVENTION OR RESPONSE, LIFE SUPPORT OR WEAPONS SYSTEMS (“HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES”) THE FAILURE OF WHICH COULD LEAD TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE. EXFO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR HIGH RISKS ACTIVITIES.

 12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

EXFO IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT DAMAGES, LOST PROFITS, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ARISING OUT OF THIS AGREEMENT OR THE FURNISHING OF THE SOFTWARE OR THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE, WEBSITES OR LINKS (INCLUDING HYPERLINKS) THERETO, INCLUDING THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR THE THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE, WEBSITES OR LINKS (INCLUDING HYPERLINKS) THERETO, EVEN IF EXFO KNOWS OR HAS BEEN MADE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OR LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES. EXFO IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY COMPENSATION, REIMBURSEMENT, OR DAMAGES ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH: USERS INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE AS A RESULT OF ANY UNANTICIPATED OR UNSCHEDULED DOWNTIME OF ALL OR A PORTION OF THE EXFO SERVER FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING AS A RESULT OF POWER OUTAGES, SYSTEM FAILURES OR OTHER INTERRUPTIONS. EXFO'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, IF ANY, IS LIMITED TO I) THE ANNUAL LICENSE FEES FOR SUBSCRIPTION LICENSE OR (II) THE TOTAL LICENSE FEES ACTUALLY RECEIVED BY EXFO FOR THE SOFTWARE. IF ANY REMEDY HEREUNDER IS DETERMINED TO HAVE FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL

PURPOSE, ALL LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY, DISCLAIMERS AND EXCLUSIONS OF WARRANTY AND DAMAGES SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT.

 13. TERM AND TERMINATION

13.1 The term of this Agreement will commence on the Effective Date and will remain in effect until expiration of Customer’s subscription licenses, if applicable, or until termination in accordance with Section 13.2.

13.2 This Agreement and the license and rights granted to Customer under this Agreement will automatically terminate without notice to Customer if (i) Customer assigns the license for the benefit of creditors; (ii) Customer admits in writing its inability to pay debts as they mature; (iii) a trustee or receiver is appointed for a substantial part of Customer's assets; (iv) a bankruptcy proceeding is instituted against Customer which is acquiesced in and is not dismissed within sixty (60) days, or results in an adjudication of bankruptcy; or (v) Customer breaches the license granted in Section 3 or breaches any of the restrictions of Section 4.

13.3 Without prejudice to any other rights, EXFO may ter minate this Agreement if Customer fails to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement.

13.4 Upon termination of this Agreement, Customer shall return the Software and the Documentation, including all copies and, if requested, certify in writing to EXFO the return. Customer is bound by all obligations incurred prior to the termination; however, all of EXFO's obligations will automatically terminate upon termination. EXFO is under no obligation to refund any monies because of termination. These termination rights are in addition to all other rights and remedies available to EXFO.

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 14. GENERAL

14.1 Neither the execution of this Agreement or anything in it, or the Software, shall be construed as providing nor implying any arrangement or understanding that EXFO will make any purchase, lease, examination or test of, or give any approval with respect to, any product or service.

14.2 Customer may not assign, in whole or in part, this Agreement, or any license, rights or obligations granted, to any Third Party, including without limitation, any subsidiar y, affiliate or entity owned or controlled by Customer, or pursuant to any merger, consolidation or other Customer reorganization, without the prior written consent of EXFO.

14.3 The failure of either party at any time to enforce any of the provisions of this Agreement or any right under this Agreement, or to exercise any option provided, will in no way be construed to be a waiver of the provisions, rights, or options, or in any way to affect the validity of this Agreement. The failure of either party to exercise any rights or options under the terms or conditions of this Agreement shall not preclude or prejudice the exercising of the same or any other right or option under this Agreement.

14.4 This Agreement must be construed and enforced according to the laws applicable in the province of Quebec, Canada, without regards to its conflict of laws provisions. The parties specifically exclude the application of the Unites Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods and the Uniform Computer Information Transactions Act.

14.5 If any provision or portion of a provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Agreement shall not be affected, and the remaining terms will continue in effect and be binding on the parties, provided that such holding of invalidity or unenforceability does not materially affect the essence of the Agreement.

14.6 EXFO and Customer agree to comply with all applicable laws. Specifically, Customer will comply with all applicable export and import control laws and regulations of the United States and any foreign jurisdiction in which the Software is used and, in particular, Customer will not export or re-export the Software without all required United States and foreign government licenses. Customer acknowledges and understands that the Software contains encr yption technology that may require an export license from the U.S. State Department when exported or re-exported to government end-users, Internet or telecommunications service providers providing services specific to government end-users. Export of the Software to certain countries is prohibited. Customer will defend, indemnify, and hold harmless EXFO from and against any violation of such laws or regulations by Customer or any of its agents, officers, directors, or employees.

14.7 The provisions of this Agreement constitute the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the licensing of the Software and supersede (i) all prior agreements, oral or written; (ii) any conflicting terms in Customer’s purchase order or EXFO’s invoice; and (iii) all other communications relating thereto. All Sections that by their sense and context are intended to survive the execution, delivery, performance and termination of this Agreement, will survive and continue in effect.

14.8 Any references to inf ormation contained in a n URL form an integral pa rt of thi s Agreement and t he Customer here by confirms that it has access to the Internet and confirms that prior to entering into this Agreement has read and agrees with the terms and conditions set out in those documents.

14.9 U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS. The Software and any other software covered under this Agreement is a "commercial item" as that term is defined at 48 C.F.R. 2.101, consisting of "commercial computer software" and "commercial computer software documentation" as such terms are used in 48 C.F.R. 12.212. Consistent with 48 C.F.R.

12.212 and 48 C.F.R. 227.7202-1 through 227.7202-4, all U.S. Government End User Customers acquire the Software with only those rights set forth therein.

END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about this Agreement, please direct all correspondence to: EXFO Inc., 400 Godin Avenue, Quebec City, Quebec, G1M 2K2, Canada. Legal notice shall be sent to the attention of the EXFO Legal Department.

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Contents

Copyright Information ............................................................................................................ii

Certification Information ..................................................................................................... xiii

1 Introducing the FG-750 Fiber Guardian ...................................................... 1

Main Features .........................................................................................................................2

OTDR or Link-Aware™ Mode of Operation .............................................................................3

Available Models ....................................................................................................................3

Available Optical Switch Cassette Configurations ...................................................................8

Power Sources ......................................................................................................................12

Supported Web Browsers .....................................................................................................12

Developing Your Own Test Applications ................................................................................12

Conventions ..........................................................................................................................13

2 Safety Information ..................................................................................... 15

General Safety Information ...................................................................................................15

Laser Safety Information (Units with an OTDR) .....................................................................16

Laser Safety Information (Units without an OTDR) ...............................................................18

Electrical Safety Information .................................................................................................19

3 Getting Started with Your Fiber Guardian ................................................ 23

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage ..........................................................................23

Preparing for Installation ......................................................................................................24

Installing Your Unit in a Rack ................................................................................................25

Grounding Your Unit ............................................................................................................28

Inserting or Removing Optical Switch Cassettes (Certain Models Only) ................................30

Installing FC Connectors .......................................................................................................35

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray .........................................................36

Connecting the Power and the Network Cables ....................................................................45

Turning On or Off the Unit ....................................................................................................48

Connecting a Monitoring Device to the Dry Contact Relays ..................................................50

Connecting an External Switch .............................................................................................52

Retrieving the IP Address of the Rear Ethernet Port (Host) ....................................................55

Preparing Your Unit for 3G/4G Access ...................................................................................59

Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet ......................................................64

Connecting to the VPN .........................................................................................................74

Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers ...............................................................................77

Working with the REST Commands (Certain Models Only) ...................................................79

Installing the Notification Agent on Your Computer .............................................................80

Understanding the Applications, User Accounts and Passwords ...........................................82

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4 Using the Host Web User Interface ............................................................87

Accessing and Exiting the Host Web UI ................................................................................87

Viewing Host and Companion Information ..........................................................................90

Configuring Network Settings ..............................................................................................91

Configuring the 3G/4G Settings ............................................................................................94

Connecting as an NQMSfiber EMS Client (OTDR Mode Only) ................................................96

Configuring the E-Mail Server Settings .................................................................................98

Configuring SNMP ................................................................................................................99

Configuring LDAP ...............................................................................................................102

Configuring the Time Server Settings .................................................................................103

Modifying the Passwords ....................................................................................................104

Changing the Language of Operation ................................................................................105

Managing Users ..................................................................................................................106

5 Setting Up Your RTU ..................................................................................111

Detecting the Fibers Connected to the Optical Ports ..........................................................111

Configuring Alerts ..............................................................................................................120

Managing Alert Types .........................................................................................................121

Managing System Setting Values ........................................................................................127

Editing Test On Demand Default Parameters ......................................................................137

6 Operating Your RTU in OTDR Measuring Mode .......................................139

Managing Optical Routes ...................................................................................................139

Creating the Reference Traces .............................................................................................160

Managing Threshold Sets ...................................................................................................162

Performing an Ad Hoc Test .................................................................................................166

Performing a Test ................................................................................................................173

Managing Degraded Fibers .................................................................................................175

Viewing Current and Scheduled Jobs ..................................................................................181

Configuring the Notification Agent ....................................................................................182

Managing Cable Templates .................................................................................................187

7 Analyzing Results ......................................................................................199

Viewing the Current Fault List .............................................................................................199

Searching and Displaying OTDR Results ..............................................................................206

Search Results for Test On Demand ....................................................................................210

8 Using the Line Configuration Web User Interface ..................................215

Accessing the Line Configuration Web UI ...........................................................................215

Managing Remote OTAUs ...................................................................................................219

Managing Ports and Lines ..................................................................................................224

Performing an Injection Loss Test ........................................................................................228

Managing Configurations ...................................................................................................230

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9 Working With the Event Log .................................................................... 233

Viewing the Event Log ........................................................................................................233

Customizing the Log View ..................................................................................................234

Applying and Clearing Filters ..............................................................................................235

Exporting Log Reports ........................................................................................................237

10 Maintenance ............................................................................................. 239

Cleaning Switchable Connectors .........................................................................................240

Cleaning EUI Connectors ....................................................................................................242

Cleaning Other Types of Connectors ...................................................................................245

Replacing the Air Filter ........................................................................................................246

Replacing the Fan ...............................................................................................................249

Replacing the Power Supply Modules .................................................................................257

Replacing the OTDR ............................................................................................................261

Replacing an RTU (managed by EMS) .................................................................................265

Backing Up the Database ....................................................................................................269

Viewing the Installed Applications ......................................................................................271

Viewing the Firmware Version of the Companion ...............................................................272

Managing Applications (Software Packages) ......................................................................273

Recalibrating the Unit .........................................................................................................280

Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ..................................................281

11 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 283

Solving Common Problems .................................................................................................283

LED Indicators Description ..................................................................................................286

Viewing System Status ........................................................................................................290

Testing the Status of the Relays ..........................................................................................291

Refreshing the Status of the LEDs .......................................................................................293

Connecting to Your Unit Using the KMV Remote Console ..................................................295

Resetting Configuration (Parameters) .................................................................................299

Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation ...........................................................................300

Viewing Online Documentation ..........................................................................................304

Viewing EXFO Contact Information ....................................................................................305

Contacting the Technical Support Group ............................................................................305

Transportation ....................................................................................................................306

12 Warranty ................................................................................................... 307

General Information ...........................................................................................................307

Liability ...............................................................................................................................308

Exclusions ...........................................................................................................................309

Certification ........................................................................................................................309

Service and Repairs .............................................................................................................310

EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ........................................................................................311

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A Technical Specifications ............................................................................313

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Certification Information

North America Regulatory Statement

This unit was certified by an agency approved in both Canada and the United States of America. It has been evaluated according to applicable North American approved standards for product safety for use in Canada and the United States.

Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15, subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003 compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to ensure compliance to the applicable standards.

The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

If you purchased the 3G/4G option, your unit comes with an internal wireless modem and an external antenna. To comply with the regulations regarding radio frequency (human exposition to radiation and maximum output power), you must ensure that all people remain at a distance of at least 20 cm (8 in) from the antenna when the unit is working.

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1 Introducing the FG-750 Fiber

Guardian

The FG-750 Fiber Guardian is a stand-alone RTU (remote test unit) based on the Link-Aware™ technology which allows dense, scalable, and meaningful testing from the node or central office. Placed at an installation site, the RTU directly controls the measurements. This product can operate in the Link-Aware™ mode and in the OTDR monitoring mode.

The FG-750 is capable of standard iOLM (intelligent optical link mapper) testing through an API (REST services) fully documented and available standard with the product. EXFO Link-Aware™ technology was enhanced with this product to test through splitters with the help of HRD (high-reflectance demarkation) filters, that provide the discrimination required to be able to measure and monitor attenuation of a specific branch of a P2MP (point-to-multipoint) line.

Various applications are possible:

 On-demand troubleshooting of P2P (point-to-point) and P2MP fiber

lines

 Attenuation testing with HRD (termination filters) mainly in PON

(passive optical network)

 Pass-fail testing on the transport fiber at time of installation

 Certification testing up to the customer port or drop terminal port

 Preventive maintenance testing and detection/localization of water

intrusion or other slow varying phenomenon.

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Main Features

Your unit includes the following:

 Stand-alone capabilities

 A main CPU (host), and a BMC (baseboard management controller) as

a secondary controller unit (companion)

 OTDR measurement

 One node OTDR module (not present in Fiber Guardian remote OTAUs

[optical test access units])

 Optional built-in (first stage) or cassette switches (second stage)

 Possibility to connect external switches (remote OTAUs) for second

and third stage switching capability

 Two USB 2.0 ports (host)

 Two Ethernet ports - local access and LAN/WAN connection

 Optional integrated communication module and external antenna for

3G/4G access (to take over automatically when the wired network is down, or to be used as primary network)

 Installation in a rack (rack mounting brackets, front drawer for access

to key parts and modules, and optional fiber management tray)

 Optional TAM (test access module) kits to couple transmit/receive OLT

(optical line termination) port and test port to the line under test

 Optional patch panels to switch from multifiber cabling to single-fiber

cabling without the WDMs (wavelength division multiplexers)

 Access to configure settings via the Fiber Guardian Host Web UI

 Ability to create a logical line based on the port numbers used, giving

them a unique name or ID through the Line Configuration Web UI

 Open and fully documented API (REST interface) that enables you to

develop your own system-level network test and management solution

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OTDR or Link-Aware™ Mode of Operation

 Can be managed from EMS (Element Management System)

 Multiple OTDR module choice.

OTDR or Link-Aware™ Mode of Operation

Available Models

To better suit your testing needs, the following models are available:

 Fiber Guardian unit with an OTDR and no switch ports (built-in or

cassettes)

 Fiber Guardian unit with an OTDR and switch ports; switch ports can

be built-in (first stage) or available as cassettes (second stage)

 Fiber Guardian remote OTAU (switch) with no OTDR, but only switch

ports (cassettes). It is intended to be used as an optical switching unit, remotely controlled through Ethernet.

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Banana plug connector for antistatic strap

USB host ports

Ethernet local access port (to connect a portable computer to the unit)

Retaining screws/handles to slide the unit in

or out of its case (OTDR replacement)

Retaining screws/handles to access the fan and air filter

OTDR port

On/Off button

LEDs

Mounting brackets for installation in a rack

(not assembled on the unit at time of shipment)

Front

To install the optional fiber management tray

Introducing the FG-750 Fiber Guardian

Available Models

Fiber Guardian without Switch Ports

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Replaceable power supply modules

(AC model shown)

Port for 3G/4G antenna

Ethernet port

(for LAN/WAN connection)

Dry contact relays

Grounding lug

Back

Available Models

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Banana plug connector for antistatic strap

USB host ports

Ethernet local access port (to connect a portable computer to the unit)

Retaining screws/handles to slide the unit in

or out of its case (OTDR replacement, except

for the remote OTAU units; switch cassettes

insertion and removal)

Retaining screws/handles to access the fan and air filter

Input port (remote OTAU only)

On/Off button

LEDs

Front

Switch ports

Mounting brackets for installation in a rack

(not assembled on the unit at time of shipment)

To install the optional fiber management tray

Available Models

Fiber Guardian with Switch Ports and Remote OTAU

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Replaceable power supply modules

(AC model shown)

Port for 3G/4G antenna

Ethernet port

(for LAN/WAN connection)

Dry contact relays

Grounding lug

Back

Available Models

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SC-Type Cassette (small jumper, no optical switch)

Available Optical Switch Cassette Configurations

When delivered with an optical switch, the minimum configuration for the FG-750 is 1x4. The maximum is 1x96 with L1 (integrated first stage called L1) being a 1x8 connected to MTP 12-port cassettes at the second stage. Several possible configurations are available according to your needs.

Cassettes have various connector configurations to provide desirable port density or preferred connection standards. When the cassettes do not fill all the slots, you can use empty (short jumper) cassettes to avoid dust or other elements that could interfere with your testing.

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SC-type cassette (4-port optical switch)

Available Optical Switch Cassette Configurations

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LC-type cassette (8-port optical switch)

Available Optical Switch Cassette Configurations

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MTP-type cassette (12-port MTP optical switch)

Available Optical Switch Cassette Configurations

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Pow er So urces

Power Sources

Your unit operates with the following power sources:

 Replaceable power supply module (either AC or DC). Your unit needs

only one power supply module to work, but it can house two of them. The second power supply provides redundancy. Your unit has been certified with two power supplies of the same type (two AC or two DC).

The power supply modules are hot-swappable, which means that you do not have to turn off your system to replace one of them. There is no need to disassemble the unit to replace such a power supply. For more information, see Replacing the Power Supply Modules on page 257.

 Rechargeable battery (for clock). This battery can keep the date and

time for a very long time even if power is not connected to the unit.

Supported Web Browsers

The Host Web UI, the Line Configuration Web UI, the KVM remote console, and NQMS Web App support the following Web browsers:

 Internet Explorer 9 (IE9 mode only; compatibility mode not supported)

or later

 Google Chrome, version 22.0 or later

 Mozilla Firefox, version 16.0 or later

Note: If you want to work with the KVM remote console, you should ensure that

Java 6 or later is installed on the computer that you will use to connect to this application.

Developing Your Own Test Applications

In Link-Aware™ mode, you can build your own network test and management solution with the provided REST commands. For more information, see Working with the REST Commands (Certain Models Only) on page 79.

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Conventions

Before using the product described in this guide, you should understand the following conventions:

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.

Conventions

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in component damage. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.

IMPORTANT

Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.

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General Safety Information

WARNING

Do not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active. Never look directly into a live fiber and ensure that your eyes are protected at all times.

WARNING

The use of controls, adjustments and procedures, namely for operation and maintenance, other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or impair the protection provided by this unit.

IMPORTANT

When you see the following symbol on your unit , make sure that you refer to the instructions provided in your user documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required conditions before using your product.

IMPORTANT

Other safety instructions relevant for your product are located throughout this documentation, depending on the action to perform. Make sure to read them carefully when they apply to your situation.

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Safety Information

Laser Safety Information (Units with an OTDR)

Your instrument is a Class 1M laser product in compliance with standards IEC 60825-1: 2007 and 21 CFR 1040.10, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. Invisible laser radiation may be encountered at the output port.

Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments (for example, eye loupes, magnifiers, and microscopes) within a distance of 100 mm may pose an eye hazard.

The product is safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation but it may be hazardous if you use optics within a diverging or collimated beam.

WARNING

IMPORTANT

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Safety Information

Affix this label to the front panel of the unit.

Laser Safety Information (Units with an OTDR)

The following labels indicate that the product contains a laser source:

Your unit contains a replaceable OTDR module. To avoid damaging your FG-750 Fiber Guardian, use only EXFO OTDR modules of the OTM-7xx Series with it.

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Safety Information

Laser Safety Information (Units without an OTDR)

The Fiber Guardian remote OTAU (switch) does not include laser components in itself. However, it is used in conjunction with the FG-750 which contains an OTDR. See the content related to the models with OTDR for further laser safety details and instructions.

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Safety Information

Electrical Safety Information

WARNING

 A readily accessible disconnect device must be installed on the

mains. The power cord of the AC unit can be considered the disconnect device to the main power.

 To avoid serious injuries as well as irreparable damages to your

unit, ALWAYS TURN OFF BOTH DISCONNECT DEVICES BEFORE OPENING OR SERVICING THE UNIT.

 Consideration should be given to the connection of the unit to

the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

 Ensure that your power supply is properly grounded and that

the power cable and power supply are compatible with the unit.

 The power supply in this product contains no user-serviceable

parts. There is more than one supply in this product. Refer servicing only to qualified personnel.

 Do not attempt to modify or use the supplied AC power cord if

it is not the exact type required. A product with more than one power supply will have a separate AC power cord for each supply.

Note: The AC power supply is not covered by the NEBS

certification.

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Electrical Safety Information

 Use this unit indoors only.

 Position the unit so that air can circulate freely around it.

 Operation of any electrical instrument around flammable gases

or fumes constitutes a major safety hazard.

 To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the unit if any part of

the outer surface (covers, panels, etc.) is damaged.

 Capacitors inside the unit may be charged even if the unit has

been disconnected from its electrical supply.

 DO NOT connect the unit interfaces metallically to OSP (Outside

Plant) wiring. The unit interfaces are designed for use as intra building surfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR- 1089-CORE) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces metallically to IOSP wiring.

WARNING

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Electrical Safety Information

Equipment Ratings

Tem pe ra tu re

 Operation

 Storage

–5 °C to 50 °C (23 °F to 122 °F)

–40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)

Heat release 300 W/m2

Relative humidity  95 % non-condensing

Maximum operation

3000 m (9843 ft)

altitude

Pollution degree 2

Overvoltage category II

Input power

 AC model

 DC model

a. Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage.

b. Range: –40 - –72 V

 100 - 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 2 A/1 A

 –48 V; 3 A

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Fiber Guardian

The installation process can be divided into the following main steps:

 Preparing for installation

 Installing the unit in a rack

 Connecting the devices

 Turning on the unit

 Connecting cables to the optical ports

WARNING

To avoid personal injuries and damages to the unit, you must perform the procedures detailed in this section in the order they are presented.

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can cause complete or intermittent equipment failures. Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact. Connect the equipment end of the connection cord into the ESD connector located on the front of your unit (see Available Models on page 3).

All procedures for which the use of an antistatic strap is recommended will be identified as such throughout this documentation.

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Preparing for Installation

WARNING

 The unit is designed to be installed in a limited access area, for

example, Central Offices, Telecommunication Centers, computer rooms, wiring closet and similar type locations and in accordance with local codes.

 Only trained personnel can perform the unit installation and

configuration tasks. These people have appropriate technical training and experience to be aware of the hazards to which a person can be exposed when performing these installation tasks.

IMPORTANT

Use only shielded cables for Ethernet connections to the unit. The shielded cables must be grounded at both ends.

Before installing your unit, you should take the following into consideration:

 The chosen location provides adequate clearance for maintenance

procedures.

 The location is an environmentally-controlled area that meets the

minimum operating parameters.

 The location is isolated from strong electromagnetic fields produced by

electrical devices.

 The power cable and power supply are compatible with your power

service.

 The power source is properly grounded and falls within the internal

power supply rating.

 The location is in an ESD-safe work area.

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Installing Your Unit in a Rack

 The rack (which is not included with the unit) should provide sufficient

vertical clearance to insert the unit. The height of the unit is two rack units (2U) high or about 3 1/2 inches.

 All electrical cabling can be connected only through the back panel.

WARNING

 The equipment rack must be anchored to an unmovable

support to prevent it from falling over when one or more servers are extended in front of the rack on slides. You must also consider the weight of any other device installed in the rack. A crush hazard exists should the rack tilt forward which could cause serious injury.

 Mounting of the unit in a rack or cabinet should be such that a

hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading. The fully-configured unit is heavy. Use caution when manipulating the unit. A lifting mechanism may be required for installation.

There mounting brackets are available in three formats:

 For 19-inch racks

 For 21-inch (ETSI) racks

 For 23-inch racks.

IMPORTANT

Ensure that you use the type of mounting brackets that corresponds to the width of your rack.

The brackets have several rows of holes for more installation versatility. You can install the unit with its front panel flush with the front of the rack, install it forward, or even recessed in the rack.

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Bracket in standard position

Installing Your Unit in a Rack

To install the mounting brackets on your unit:

1. If necessary, turn off the unit and disconnect all optical fibers and

electrical cables.

2. Position the unit so that its bottom panel rests on a flat surface such as a table.

3. Align the holes of the first bracket with the holes of the unit casing at the position that best suits your installation needs. You can even invert position of the mounting bracket if necessary.

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Bracket in inverted position

Installing Your Unit in a Rack

4. Fix the first bracket on the unit with the supplied screws (four screws per bracket).

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 with the other bracket, ensuring that you place the bracket at the exact same position (orientation of the bracket, set of holes on the bracket and on the unit’s casing).

6. Place the unit in the rack at the desired height.

7. Fix the unit in place using four 10-32 x 1/2 in. screws (four M6 screws

for the ETSI racks).

8. For NEBs installation, use thread-forming type unit mounting screws that remove any paint or non-conductive coatings to establish a metal-to-metal contact.

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Grounding Your Unit

To avoid the potential for an electrical shock hazard, you must reliably connect an earth grounding conductor to the unit (AC and DC models).

Note: The DC units are intended for installation with an isolated DC return (DC-I)

and are to be installed in a Common Bonding Network (CBN) per NEBS GR-1089.

IMPORTANT

Ensure to ground the unit using a grounding method that complies with your local regulations.

If you are not sure on how to proceed, consult a certified electrician.

To ground your unit:

1. Remove the two Phillips screws, and remove the grounding lug from

the rear panel of the unit.

2. Prepare the ground wire (minimum 14 AWG), and attach one of its ends to the unit’s grounding lug using a crimping tool.

3. Use the two Phillips screws to attach the grounding lug and wire assembly to the rear panel of the unit.

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Grounding Your Unit

4. Ground the other end of the wire as per your local regulation.

5. If a DC power supply is used, it needs to be grounded to the unit by

using 2 green wires.

Your unit is now grounded properly.

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Inserting or Removing Optical Switch Cassettes (Certain Models Only)

If your unit features optical switch cassettes, you can change the configuration according to your test needs.

CAUTION

When removing a cassette, make sure to replace it with another one so that the front opening of the unit is always filled. Leaving empty spaces into the opening could allow dust and particles into the unit, and compromise its optimal operation.

To insert a cassette into the unit:

1. If you are using a fiber management tray, remove the protective

window. For more information, see Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray on page 36.

2. Turn off the unit and disconnect it completely from the power sources (turn off both disconnect devices).

3. Put on an antistatic strap and connect it to the connector provided for that purpose on the front panel of the unit.

4. Loosen the retaining screws on each side of the unit.

5. Pull the unit out of its casing.

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Inserting or Removing Optical Switch Cassettes (Certain Models Only)

6. If you have not done so already, clean the optical fiber connector located at the back of the cassette. For more information, see Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers on page 77.

7. Insert the cassette through the top opening.

8. Connect the cassette to the unit using the optical connector at the back

of the cassette and the corresponding optical fiber.

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Inserting or Removing Optical Switch Cassettes (Certain Models Only)

9. Align the connector at the bottom of the cassette with the one inside the unit, and push down. The cassette will snap into place.

10. Push the unit back into its casing and retighten the retaining screws.

11. If you are using a fiber management tray, put the protective window

back into place. For more information, see Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray on page 36.

To remove a cassette from the unit:

1. If you are using a fiber management tray, remove the protective

window. For more information, see Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray on page 36.

2. Turn off the unit and disconnect it completely from the power sources (turn off both disconnect devices).

3. Put on an antistatic strap and connect it to the connector provided for that purpose on the front panel of the unit.

4. If you have not done so already, disconnect any fiber from the front of the cassette.

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Inserting or Removing Optical Switch Cassettes (Certain Models Only)

5. Loosen the retaining screws on each side of the unit.

6. Pull the unit out of its casing.

7. Disconnect the optical fiber from the cassette and put the fiber back on

the holder at the back of the unit.

8. Pull the module up using the tab located under the connector at the back of the cassette.

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Inserting or Removing Optical Switch Cassettes (Certain Models Only)

9. Pull the module out.

10. Push the unit back into its casing and retighten the retaining screws.

11. If you are using a fiber management tray, put the protective window

back into place. For more information, see Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray on page 36.

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Installing FC Connectors

The 1x4 and 1x1 switch cassettes and FG750-ST model are equipped with SC connectors by default. However, if you prefer, you can purchase FC connectors as an accessory to replace the SC connectors.

CAUTION

To avoid damaging your unit, do not attempt to replace the connectors on built-in switches.

To install FC connectors on switch cassettes:

1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws on the SC

connector and expose the connector baseplate and ferrule.

2. Clean the new FC connector (see Cleaning Switchable Connectors on page 240).

3. Fix the FC connector onto the connector baseplate with the two screws.

When you have finished installing the connectors and have reconnected the optical fibers, you can resume all optical route testing.

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Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

You can install an optional fiber management tray on your unit.

Note: The fiber tray is not covered by the NEBS certification.

The tray comprises a fixed part that you screw in place on your unit, and a mobile part (protective window). The protective window can be either folded down (access to the fan block or filter) or removed completely (insertion or removal of switch cassettes). As for the fiber management clips (into which you slide the fibers), there are five possible positions for more installation versatility.

To install the fiber management tray:

1. Carefully align the screws of the fiber management tray with the holes

on the front of your unit.

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Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

2. Slide the tray toward the unit until it makes contact with the casing of the unit.

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Turn screws clockwise

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the retaining screws clockwise until the tray is secured in place.

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Clip holes

(two on the left

and three on the

right)

Plastic fiber clip

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

4. Position a plastic fiber clip as shown below, and snap it into the desired clip hole, depending on the configuration that you want to use.

5. Repeat the previous step with all the fiber management clips that you

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Pin located on the

protective window

Slot located on the

fixed part of the tray

Pin located on the

protective window

Slot located on the fixed part of the tray

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

6. Install the protective window as follows:

6a. Hold the protective window so that you see its flat side.

6b. Carefully align the pins of the protective window with the slots on

the fixed part of the tray.

6c. Slide the pins of the protective window all the way down into the

slots.

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Pin located on the fixed part of the tray

Slot located on the side

of the protective window

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

6d. Position the protective window vertically, and push it slightly so

that the slot on each side of the window rests on the corresponding pin on the tray.

Your fiber management tray is now installed properly. You will simply need to slide the fibers into the fiber management clips when you are ready to use the tray.

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Pin located on the fixed part of the tray

Slot located on the side

of the protective window

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

To fold down the protective window:

1. Slightly pull the protective window upwards to release it from its

seated position.

2. Once the protective window can move freely, fold it all the way down until it stops.

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Pin located on the fixed part of the tray

Slot located on the side

of the protective window

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

To remove the protective window:

1. Slightly pull the protective window upwards to release it from its

seated position.

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Pin located on the

protective window

Slot located on the

fixed part of the tray

Pin located on the

protective window

Slot located on the fixed part of the tray

Working with the Fiber (Patchcord) Management Tray

2. Once the protective window can move freely, position the window so that you can slide the pins of the protective window all the way out of their slots.

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Connecting the Power and the Network Cables

Before starting to work with your unit, you must connect the power. You may also wish to connect the LAN/WAN network cable, especially if you intend to install your unit in a rack. You can also connect a network cable for local access to the unit (front port).

The Fiber Guardian is available with either AC or DC power supplies. The unit has redundant AC or redundant DC power modules. To benefit from this redundancy, be sure to connect both power supplies, each to a separate circuit.

WARNING

 A certified over-current protecting device that is suitably rated

must be installed at the source.

 All electrical installation and accessories must be done and

selected as per local electrical code and regulation.

As soon as you connect the unit to a power source, the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) starts its initialization. During this operation, the LEDs on the front panel will be lit in the following sequence:

 All LEDs will turn to yellow for about 40 seconds.

 All the LEDs will turn off for about 5 seconds.

 Finally, the power LED ( ) will turn to blinking green, indicating

that the BMC is now ready (unit is in standby).

Note: Your unit has been designed to restart automatically when the power

comes back after a power outage. However, in this case, the initialization sequence will differ from the usual initialization sequence explained above. For detailed information about the LEDs, see LED Indicators Description on page 286.

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Connecting the Power and the Network Cables

To connect the network cables:

1. To be able to operate the NQMS and REST commands via the

LAN/WAN, connect one end of a network cable to the Ethernet port located at the back of your unit. Connect the other end of the cable to the network itself.

2. If you need a local access to the unit, connect one end of a network cable to the Ethernet port located at the front of your unit. Leave the other end of the cable free for future connections with a portable computer.

To connect the power to AC power supplies:

1. Connect the cords to the main power inlets located at the back of the

unit.

2. Connect the other end of the cords to the power sources.

As soon as the initialization sequence is complete (power LED is blinking green), you are ready to turn on the unit (see Turning On or Off the Unit on page 48).

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Connecting the Power and the Network Cables

To connect the power to DC power supplies:

1. Ensure all power is off or disconnected at the source.

Note: A certified over-current protection of 5 A must be installed at the power

secondary distribution.

2. Ensure that the unit is grounded properly. For more information, see Grounding Your Unit on page 28.

3. Crimp each power lead (minimum 14 AWG) with a UL-listed pressure terminal connector (ring type). The connector must be suitable for 14 AWG wires.

4. Pair the power leads with the appropriate power terminal (located at the back of the unit), respecting the polarity as indicated just below the terminal block.

5. Tighten the screws to attach the power leads to the unit.

6. Turn on the disconnect devices that are connected to the unit.

As soon as the initialization sequence is complete (power LED is blinking green), you are ready to turn on the unit (see Turning On or Off the Unit on page 48).

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Turning On or Off the Unit

As soon as you connect the unit to a power source, the companion starts its initialization. Once the initialization is complete, you can turn on the host. Once the host is on, the operating system will be started automatically. Several components must be initialized before you can actually send commands or connect to the unit.

For detailed information about the LEDs, see LED Indicators Description on page 286.

Note: You can restart and turn off the host directly from the Host Web UI.

Note: Your unit has been designed to restart automatically when the power

comes back after a power outage.

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LEDs

Turning On or Off the Unit

To turn on the host:

Press the power button until the power LED turns to green (non-blinking) and release it.

IMPORTANT

When the host is ready, the system LED turns to green (non-blinking).

When network cables are connected to the unit (front and rear ports), you must wait that the connection be established before the system can be accessed.

 Front port (Static-APIPA): about 60 seconds after the network

cable is connected.

 Rear port (DHCP): a few seconds after the operating system is

loaded.

There is no visual or audible sign that the connection on the front port is established.

To turn off the host “locally”:

When the unit is on, press the power button for one second and release it.

First, the system LED will turn to blinking green, and then turn off. Finally, the power LED will turn back to blinking green (standby mode), indicating that the host has been shut down properly.

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Connecting a Monitoring Device to the Dry Contact Relays

To restart the host from the Host Web UI:

1. Connect to the Host Web UI. For more information, see Accessing and

Exiting the Host Web UI on page 87.

2. From the main menu, select Actions > Restart Host.

3. When the application prompts you to confirm the action, click Yes.

To turn off the host from the Host Web UI:

1. Connect to the Host Web UI. For more information, see Accessing and

Exiting the Host Web UI on page 87.

2. From the main menu, select Actions > Turn Off Host.

3. When the application prompts you to confirm the action, click Yes.

Note: Once the unit has been shut down, you will have to turn it on manually (by

pressing the button on the front panel) to be able to use it.

Connecting a Monitoring Device to the Dry Contact Relays

Your unit is equipped with dry contact relays that enable you to connect your own monitoring device if you wish to do so.

There are three dry contact relays ( 65 V; 0.46 A) on the back panel of the unit:

 Power relay: Activated when all components related to the host are

powered on (the power LED is green and does not blink).

 System relay: Activated when the software and hardware (power, fan

speed, temperature) are working normally.

 User-defined relay: Used for NQMS Optical Route monitoring and is

activated when a fault is detected on an optical route.

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System relay

Pin 4 - NC = Normally Closed

Pin 5 - C = Common

Pin 6 - NO = Normally Open

User-defined relay

Pin 7 - NC = Normally Closed

Pin 8 - C = Common

Pin 9 - NO = Normally Open

Power relay

Pin 1 - NC = Normally Closed

Pin 2 - C = Common

Pin 3 - NO = Normally Open

Connecting a Monitoring Device to the Dry Contact Relays

To connect a monitoring device to the dry contact relays:

See the diagram below to determine where you should connect the wires.

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Connecting an External Switch

When you need extra switch ports, you can purchase an external switch that you will connect to your FG-750 unit.

WARNING

To avoid serious injuries, always follow all the connection and safety instructions provided with your external switch. If you are working with a Fiber Guardian remote OTAU, see Safety

Information on page 15 and Getting Started with Your Fiber Guardian on page 23.

CAUTION

To avoid damaging your unit, use only external switches approved by EXFO with it.

If you are working with a Fiber Guardian remote OTAU, all the information regarding this switch is available in this documentation. However, for other models of external switches, if you need information on the connection procedures, the location of the various ports, or the configuration of the IP address, refer to the documentation that came with your switch.

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Network (RJ-45) cable - Ethernet

Fiber Guardian unit External switch

Connecting an External Switch

To connect an external switch to your unit:

1. Connect one network cable to the rear Ethernet port of your unit, and

one network cable to the LAN Ethernet port of the external switch.

Note: If you are not sure which port to use, refer to the documentation that came

with your external switch for the exact location of the LAN Ethernet port.

2. Connect both network cables to the same network (LAN).

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Jumper cable or long feeder fiber

Fiber Guardian unit External switch

Connecting an External Switch

3. Connect one end of a jumper cable (or of a long feeder fiber) to the OTDR port (units without switch ports), or to any switch port of your choice on your Fiber Guardian unit.

4. Connect the other end of the jumper cable (or of the long feeder fiber) to the input port of the external switch.

Note: Depending on the external switch that you have, the input port may be

labelled differently (master port, common port, etc.) or located at the back of the unit. Refer to the user documentation that came with your external switch for more information.

Note: Using a long feeder fiber will incur more attenuation, which will have to be

taken into account when calculating the maximum OTDR reach.

Note: It is possible to cascade external switches. You would simply need to

connect one port of an already connected switch to the input port of the external switch to add.

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Retrieving the IP Address of the Rear Ethernet Port (Host)

Before starting to work with the Web user interfaces or the provided REST commands, you need to retrieve the IP address of the Ethernet port located on the back panel of the unit.

IMPORTANT

Keep the IP address of the rear Ethernet port to a safe location. You will need it later for most of the operations on your unit.

You will need to:

 Connect a portable computer to your unit via the Ethernet port located

on its front panel.

 Enter the IP address of the front Ethernet port of the unit and provide it

in the connection settings on the computer. The (static) IP address is 169.254.10.10.

 Enter the appropriate user name when the Host Web UI prompts you.

 The user name that you should enter is Admin.

 The password is Admin.

The procedure below will guide you through the necessary steps.

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Retrieving the IP Address of the Rear Ethernet Port (Host)

To retrieve the IP address of the rear Ethernet port:

1. If necessary, turn on your unit. If the unit was not powered on yet,

see Turning On or Off the Unit on page 48 for more information on the startup sequence and waiting time.

Note: It may take a few minutes before your unit and the computer could “see”

each other.

2. Connect your portable computer to the front Ethernet port of the unit.

 If you have already connected a network cable to your unit, simply

connect the free end of the cable to your computer.

 Otherwise, connect a network cable between the unit (front port)

and your computer. You will have to wait about 60 seconds that the detection of the port is complete once the operating system is started.

3. Tu rn o n yo u r co mput er.

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4. Connect to the Host Web UI as follows:

4a. From your computer, open a Web browser.

4b. In the address bar, type http://169.254.10.10/HostWebUI.

4c. When the application prompts you, enter Admin as the user name

and Admin as the password.

4d. Click OK to open the session.

5. In the Host Web UI, from the main menu, select Status > System

Information.

6. From the tree view, select Host Information.

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7. Go to the Rear Adapter column and write down the IP address of the rear port.

8. Once it is done, click the Logout button to log off from the Web UI.

9. Close the Web browser.

10. Disconnect the network cable from your computer.

You now know the IP address of the host rear port.

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Preparing Your Unit for 3G/4G Access

If your unit is equipped with the optional 3G/4G feature, it can switch to the wireless network automatically when the wired network is down.This optional package consists of an internal wireless communication module and an external antenna.

By default, your unit is configured to connect automatically to the wireless network, but you can deactivate this feature if you prefer. You can also specify a maximum number of minutes during which the unit can remain connected to the wireless network.

When you receive your unit, it contains no Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card and the antenna is not connected. This means that you will need to:

 Purchase a compatible and unlocked SIM card from a provider offering

3G/4G services. If you need more information on the 3G/4G coverage in your area, contact your regional EXFO sales representative.

 Have the card activated (you must subscribe to a package of mobile

services).

 Connect the antenna to your unit.

 Insert the SIM card in your unit.

 Configure the 3G/4G parameters via the Web UI.

Note: The 3G card is not covered by the NEBS certification.

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To connect the antenna to your unit:

1. Carefully align the connector of the antenna with the 3G/4G port on

your unit and push the antenna gently towards the unit until it stops.

2. Gently screw the antenna’s connector to the 3G/4G port.

3. Position the antenna as needed for a maximum reception of the signal.

The antenna is ready to use.

Note: If the 3G/4G signal is not strong enough where your unit is installed, you

may have to use a 3G/4G antenna with cable (can be purchased from EXFO as an accessory) instead of the provided antenna.

WARNING

To avoid serious injuries as well as irreparable damages to your unit, ALWAYS TURN OFF BOTH DISCONNECT DEVICES BEFORE OPENING OR SERVICING THE UNIT.

CAUTION

To avoid damaging your unit or its components, you should wear an antistatic band during this maintenance operation. For more information, see Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage on page 23.

CAUTION

If you are using a 3G/4G antenna with cable, depending on your setup, you may have to install a lightning protection system between your Fiber Guardian unit and the cable’s antenna. Failure to provide adequate lightning protection may lead to irreparable damage to your unit.

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Fan compartment

Turn screws counterclockwise

Preparing Your Unit for 3G/4G Access

To insert the SIM card in your unit:

1. Turn off the unit and disconnect it completely from the power sources

(turn off both disconnect devices).

2. Put on an antistatic strap and connect it to the connector provided for that purpose on the front panel of the unit.

3. Turn the fan compartment screws counterclockwise until the compartment is loose. Since the screws are captive screws, you cannot remove them completely.

CAUTION

To avoid dropping the fan compartment and damaging the unit, the fan, or the fan cord, hold the fan compartment firmly. Do not allow the fan compartment to hang over the edge of a rack or a table.

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4. Using the screws as handles, gently pull away the fan compartment.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to your SIM card, avoid touching its gold area.

5. Hold the SIM card so that the gold area is facing down and that the beveled corner is on the right.

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Beveled corner

Preparing Your Unit for 3G/4G Access

6. Slide the SIM card into the unit’s SIM card slot, and push it all the way to the back of the card slot.

7. Put the fan compartment back in its bay (it should be flush with the unit’s front panel).

8. Turn the fan compartment screws clockwise until the compartment is secured into place.

9. Remove your antistatic strap.

10. Reconnect the unit to its power sources (turn on both disconnect

devices) and turn on your unit.

Note: Restarting your unit ensures that the SIM card is properly detected. You will

then be ready to configure the 3G/4G parameters.

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Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet

To configure the 3G/4G parameters:

Log on to the Web UI and configure the 3G/4G parameters. For more information on the configuration of these parameters, see Configuring the 3G/4G Settings on page 94.

Your unit is now ready to switch to the wireless network whenever the wired network is down.

Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet

When your computer and your unit are connected to a same WAN or to the Internet, you can access your unit remotely with your computer. The connection is made possible by the use of a Virtual Private Network (VPN). If you have purchased the 3G/4G option, the unit will also use a VPN to connect to the wireless network when the wired network is down.

IMPORTANT

EXFO does not provide licenses for any VPN client or server applications. You can use any VPN application supporting data transfer over a 3G/4G wireless network.

The information hereafter is for guidance purposes only. The installation and use may differ for VPN applications other than LogMeIn Hamachi. If you are not sure how to proceed, contact your network administrator.

Contact Hamachi to ensure that you can use a free version of the LogMeIn Hamachi application or to purchase a license.

Before being able to work with a VPN, you must:

 Install the LogMeIn Hamachi VPN client application on your computer.

 Create your own VPN on the Hamachi server.

 Install the LogMeIn Hamachi client on your unit.

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The VPN that you will create will serve as a “connection” point between your computer and your unit. You will need to use the Hamachi VPN client application to connect to this new VPN.

Your unit must have access to the Internet to be able to configure it on the Hamachi server.

IMPORTANT

You cannot install the VPN client on the unit via a WAN or the Internet. You must either connect a portable computer (DHCP adapter) to the front port of the unit, or connect both the unit and a computer to a same LAN.

To install the LogMeIn Hamachi VPN client on your computer:

1. On your computer, open a Web browser and go to

https://secure.logmein.com/products/hamachi/download.aspx.

2. Download (save) the LogMeIn Hamachi VPN client application (installation file) to your computer.

3. Double-click the installation file that you have just downloaded to start the installation.

4. From the first window, select the desired language and click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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5. When the installation is complete, from the LogMeIn Hamachi window, click the Power on button to establish a connection with the Hamachi server.

6. Under Client name, enter a name that will enable you to easily identify your computer later.

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7. Click Create to confirm the name and send a request for an address on the Hamachi server.

8. Since no VPN has been created yet, create one as follows:

8a. Click Create a new network.

8b. Enter a network ID and a password for your VPN.

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Number of connections made at least one time to this VPN / Maximum number of connections allowed in total

ID of the VPN (acts as the

address to the server)

Computer name

Hamachi Address

Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet

8c. Click Create to complete the process.

8d. Once the VPN is created, click the Power off button and close the

window.

Note: Even though the VPN has been created from your computer, it is hosted on

the Hamachi server, not on your computer directly.

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To install the LogMeIn Hamachi VPN client on your unit:

1. Transfer the installation file to your unit either as explained below, or by

using an FTP client (such as FileZilla FTP client) from your computer.

Note: Once the transfer is complete, you can go to step 2.

1a. Connect a USB key to your computer and copy the LogMeIn

Hamachi installation file to your key.

1b. From your computer, connect to your unit using the KVM remote

console. For more information, see Connecting to Your Unit Using the KMV Remote Console on page 295.

1c. In the Remote Console, from the main menu, select Media >

Virtual Media Wizard.

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Drive letter associated to your USB key

Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet

1d. Under Hard disk/USB Key Media 1, select your USB key from the

list. The drive letter associated with your USB key in this application should be exactly the same as you could see under Windows if you would open a file explorer on your computer.

1e. Click Connect Hard disk/USB Key.

1f. Click Close.

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1g. In the Remote Console, from Computer, double-click the USB key

to view its content.

1h. Copy the LogMeIn Hamachi installation file and paste it to the

desktop (or the folder of your choice) of your unit.

2. Double-click the installation file that you have just copied to start the installation.

3. From the first window, select the desired language and click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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4. When the installation is complete, from the LogMeIn Hamachi window, click the Power on button to establish a connection with the Hamachi server.

5. Under Client name, enter a name that will enable you to easily identify your unit later.

6. Click Create to confirm the name and send a request for an address on the Hamachi server.

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7. Once the connection is established, from the LogMeIn Hamachi window, connect to the VPN that you have created earlier.

7a. Click the Join an existing network button.

7b. Enter the ID of your VPN and the corresponding password.

7c. Confirm with Join.

IMPORTANT

Do not leave the VPN (network) and do not log off from the Hamachi server from your unit. Do not close the LogMeIn Hamachi window with the Power off button. Otherwise, you will not be able to access your unit from a WAN or the Internet later.

7d. Close the window with the button (not the Power off button).

You are now able to access your unit from your computer via a WAN or the Internet.

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Connecting to the VPN

When your computer and unit are both connected to a WAN or the Internet, you need to join the VPN from your computer and to retrieve the LogMeIn address of your unit before being able to connect to the Host Web UI or the Line Configuration Web UI.

The VPN client must be installed on both your computer and your unit already. For more information on how to install the VPN client, see Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet on page 64.

To connect to the VPN:

1. From your computer, start the LogMeIn Hamachi client application.

2. Click the Power on button to establish a connection with the Hamachi

server.

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Connecting to the VPN

3. Click the Join an existing network button.

4. Enter the ID of your VPN and the corresponding password

5. Confirm with Join.

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6. Write down the Hamachi address (which begins with 5.x) that has been assigned to the unit.

You are now ready to connect to the desired application.

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Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers

IMPORTANT

To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings:

 Always inspect fiber ends and make sure that they are clean as

explained below before inserting them into the port. EXFO is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling.

 Ensure that your patchcord has appropriate connectors. Joining

mismatched connectors will damage the ferrules.

To connect the fiber-optic cable to the port:

1. Inspect the fiber using a fiber inspection microscope. If the fiber is

clean, proceed to connecting it to the port. If the fiber is dirty, clean it as explained below.

2. Clean the fiber ends as follows:

2a. Gently wipe the fiber end with a lint-free swab dipped in isopropyl

alcohol.

2b. Use compressed air to dry completely.

2c. Visually inspect the fiber end to ensure its cleanliness.

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3. Carefully align the connector and port to prevent the fiber end from touching the outside of the port or rubbing against other surfaces.

If your connector features a key, ensure that it is fully fitted into the port’s corresponding notch.

4. Push the connector in so that the fiber-optic cable is firmly in place, thus ensuring adequate contact.

If your connector features a screwsleeve, tighten the connector enough to firmly maintain the fiber in place. Do not overtighten, as this will damage the fiber and the port.

Note: If your fiber-optic cable is not properly aligned and/or connected, you will

notice heavy loss and reflection.

EXFO uses good quality connectors in compliance with EIA-455-21A standards.

To keep connectors clean and in good condition, EXFO strongly recommends inspecting them with a fiber inspection probe before connecting them. Failure to do so will result in permanent damage to the connectors and degradation in measurements.

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Working with the REST Commands (Certain Models Only)

You can build your own test applications with the provided REST commands. You can refer to the Using iOLM Measurement Services and Using FG-700 Series REST Services documentation for detailed information.

IMPORTANT

 The computer that you intend to use to send commands must

be connected to the same network as the unit.

 You must know the IP address of the rear Ethernet port. If you

do not know the IP address of the port, see Retrieving the IP Address of the Rear Ethernet Port (Host) on page 55.

It is possible to test the link to the rear Ethernet port by trying to access the REST documentation on the unit.

To access the REST documentation:

1. Connect to the Host Web UI. For more information, see Accessing and

Exiting the Host Web UI on page 87.

2. From the main menu, select Actions > Applications.

3. Click the link corresponding to the document that you want to view.

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Installing the Notification Agent on Your Computer

The Notification Agent is an application that you can install on any computer that can “view” the RTUs, which usually means that the computer and RTUs are connected to the same network. It monitors one or several RTUs and warns you whenever faults are detected.

To install the Notification Agent on your computer:

1. Verify if you need to install the .NET Framework 4.0 or higher on your

computer as follows:

1a. From your computer, go to the Control Panel.

1b. Start Add/Remove Programs.

1c. From the list of programs that are already installed on your

computer, try to locate Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 or higher.

If this item is on the list, you do not need to install .NET Framework 4.0 or higher; otherwise, you will need to install it.

2. Start the RTU application (see Setting Up Your RTU on page 111).

3. Install the Notification Agent as follows:

3a. From the main menu of the NqmsWebOtdr2 application, select

About > Tool s.

3b. Under EXFO Software, click the hyperlink to retrieve the

necessary file.

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3c. Save the file to a location of your choice on your computer.

3d. Double-click the .msi file to start the installation and follow the

instructions on the screen.

You are now ready to use the Notification Agent. For more information, see Configuring the Notification Agent on page 142.

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Understanding the Applications, User Accounts and Passwords

There are several ways to interact with your Fiber Guardian unit.

The table below summarizes the information about the different applications as well as the corresponding user names and passwords.

Application Connection

HostWebUI:

 To configure the

host and companion settings

 To m onit o r the

system (event log)

 Computer connected directly to the

unit (front port):

From your computer, in a Web browser, type: http://Front_Port_IP_ Address/HostWebUI

 LAN connection:

From your computer, in a Web browser, type: http://Rear_Port_IP_ Address/HostWebUI

 WAN or Internet connection:

From your computer (already connected to the VPN), in a Web browser, type: http://LogMeIn_ Hamachi_ Address/HostWebUI

User Name and

Default Password

 User name: Admin

 Password: Admin

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Application Connection

Fiber Guardian (OTDR mode)

 Computer connected directly to the

unit (front port):

From your computer, in a Web browser, type: http://Front_Port_IP_ Address

 LAN connection:

From your computer, in a Web browser, type: http://Rear_Port_IP_ Address

 WAN or Internet connection:

From your computer (already connected to the VPN), in a Web browser, type: http://LogMeIn_

Hamachi_ Address

User Name and

Default Password

 User name: Admin

 Pass w o r d : A dm i n

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Application Connection

Optical lines test Web UI: To link your lines and switch ports according to your tests.

In the Host Web UI, from the main menu, select Actions > Applications.

Click the link corresponding to the Line Configuration Web UI.

 Computer connected directly to the

unit (front port):

From your computer, in a Web browser, type: http://Front_Port_IP_ Address/LineConfiguration

 LAN connection:

From your computer, in a Web browser, type: http://Rear_Port_IP_ Address/ LineConfiguration

 WAN or Internet connection:

From your computer (already connected to the VPN), in a Web browser, type: http://LogMeIn_ Hamachi_ Address/ LineConfiguration

User Name and

Default Password

 User name: Admin

 Password: Admin

List of the REST commands

In the Host Web UI, from the main menu, select Actions > Applications.

 User name: Admin

 Password: Admin

Click the link corresponding to the list that you want to view.

REST documentation In the Host Web UI, from the main

menu, select About > Help.

 User name: Admin

 Password: Admin

Click the link corresponding to the document that you want to view.

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Application Connection

Your own application using the REST commands

Your favorite FTP client application: To transfer software packages to your unit if you do not wish to use the provided upload feature.

The user name and password must be sent with each command as a “basic authentication” header.

Via an FTP client application from your computer.

 Computer connected directly to the

unit (front port):

The FTP server address will correspond to the

Front_Port_IP_ Address

 LAN connection:

The FTP server address will correspond to the

Rear_Port_IP_ Address

 WAN or Internet connection:

The FTP server address will correspond to the

LogMeIn_ Hamachi_ Address

User Name and

Default Password

 User name:

WebServicesUser

 Pas sword:

WebServicesUser

 User name: Admin

 Pass w o r d : A dm i n

Direct connection to the unit (in Windows) for troubleshooting and installation of VPN client application.

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Via the KVM application (see Connecting to Your Unit Using the KMV Remote Console on page 295).

 User name:

Administrator

 Pas sword:

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Note: If you do not know the IP address of the rear Ethernet port, see Retrieving

the IP Address of the Rear Ethernet Port (Host) on page 55.

Note: If you do not know the LogMeIn Hamachi address of your unit, or how to

connect to the VPN, see Preparing to Access Your Unit via a WAN or the Internet on page 64 and Connecting to the VPN on page 74. If you are using a VPN client application other than LogMeIn Hamachi, see with your network administrator for the specific connection procedure.

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