Fast Ethernet Converter
User Guide
Rev.1.25
MICROSENS
Jan-2010
Content
Introduce ........................................................... 1
Features .......................................................... 2
Package Contents .......................................... 3
Hardware Description ...................................... 4
Front Panel ..................................................... 4
Ports ................................................................ 5
LED Indicators ................................................ 5
DIP-switch ....................................................... 7
Rear Panel ...................................................... 8
Installing Converters module .......................... 9
Cabling .......................................................... 10
Troubles shooting .......................................... 11
Optical Fiber Specification ............................ 12
Technical Specification ................................. 13
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Introduce
The Fast Fiber Converter Module (Auto MDI/MDIX) is a cost-effective
solution for the converting between 10/100Base-TX and 100Base-FX
cabling, It allows you to extend the cabling distance of your 100Base-FX
network up to 2 kilometers for multi-mode fiber or 30 kilometers for
single-mode fiber. The Fast Fiber Converters module provides you with
one Fiber connector for your fiber optic cable (SC) and one Ethernet
RJ-45 port (Auto MDI/MDIX) for your 100BaseTX copper cable connection.
There are 4 DIP- switches to set the operation mode for UTP, Fiber ports
and link loss forwarding function.
The Fast Fiber Converter Module also supported WDM technology that
offers a cost efficient solution and allows a grouping of different services
on existing optical fibers inside. WDM Converter module converts signals
between 10/100Base-TX and 100Base-FX cabling, and incorporates
WDM technology. The WDM technology makes transmit (TX) and receive
(RX) lines onto a single fiber, which reduces half cabling cost. A pair of
WDM converters (wavelength 1310 and 1550 nm) should be installed at
both ends of the single fiber cable. The fiber cabling can extend the
connectivity distance up to 20 kilometers. The UTP port (RJ-45 connector)
of this converter supports Auto MDI/MDIX function. Besides, there are 4
DIP- switches on the front panel of the converter to set the operation
mode and Link Loss Forwarding Function.
The Fast Fiber Converter Module can be slotted in Multi-Converter
Chassis up to 10 optional modular converter units, which allows your
network connectivity to be more flexible. It also can be use stand-alone
without slot in Multi-Converter Chassis.
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Features
Fast Fiber Converter Module
Comply with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3x standards.
Convert between UTP cabling and Fiber-optic cabling.
One RJ-45 connector, Auto-MDI/MDIX for UTP port.
Support 10/100 Mbps Auto-negotiation for UTP port.
Fiber cabling connectivity up to 30Km.
Store-and-forward switching architecture.
One fiber connector (SC) for 100Base-FX.
4DIP-switches to set the operation mode and Link- Lost-Forwarding
function.
6 LEDs for per port: 100, Link, Activity, Full, Collision, and per unit
Power.
External DC power adapter 12V/1A.
Two types of module: Stand-alone and mounted in converter chassis.
FCC Class A, CE, UL, and CUL Mark certification
WDM Converter Module
Comply with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3x standards.
Convert between UTP cabling and Fiber-optic cabling.
WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing) supports single fiber
converter, transporting Bi-direction full-duplex signal over a single
fiber simultaneously.
One RJ-45 connector, Auto-MDI/MDIX for UTP port.
Support 10/100 Mbps Auto-negotiation for UTP port.
One Single-SC Style Single-Mode Connector for 100 Base- FX fiber
cable.
Fiber cabling connectivity up to 20Km.
Uses store-and-forward switching architecture.
4DIP-switches to set the operation mode and Link- Lost-Forwarding
function.
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6 LEDs for Per port: 100, Link/Activity, Full/Collision, Per Unit: Power.
External DC power adapter 12V/1A.
Two types of module: Stand-alone and mounted in converter chassis.
FCC Class A, CE
Package Contents
Beware of which type of converter module that you have purchased. And,
please refer to the package content list below to verify them against the
checklist.
Stand-alone converter module package contains following items.
¾ Modular Fast Fiber Converter (or WDM converter)
¾ AC-DC Power Adapter
¾ User Guide
Mounted in converter chassis converter module package contains
following items.
¾ Modular Fast Fiber Converter (or WDM converter)
¾ Rack mount kit
¾ User Guide
Compare the contents of your converter module with the checklist above.
If any item is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer for
service.
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