Net Optics 10 GigaBit In-Line Regeneration Taps User Manual

Installation Guide for

10 GigaBit In-Line Regeneration Tap

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800-0098-001 Doc. PUBRGNSRILU Rev. 2, 05/08

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Product Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Installing the 10 GigaBit Regeneration Tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connecting to Monitoring Devices Using Custom Monitoring Cable . . . . . . . . 7

Connecting to Monitoring Devices Using Standard SC Fiber Cables . . . . . . . . 8

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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

10 GigaBit Ethernet Connection Distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Limitations on Warranty and Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

10 GigaBit In-Line Regeneration Tap

PLEASE READ THESE LEGAL NOTICES CAREFULLY.

By using a Net Optics 10 GigaBit Regeneration Tap you agree to the terms and conditions of usage set
forth by Net Optics, Inc.

No licenses, express or implied, are granted with respect to any of the technology described in this
manual. Net Optics retains all intellectual property rights associated with the technology described in
this manual. This manual is intended to assist with installing Net Optics products into your network.

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are respectfully acknowledged.

Additional Information

Net Optics, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in specications and other information contained

in this document without prior notice. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this
document is accurate.

Introduction

Net Optics 10 GigaBit Regeneration Taps solve the key physical layer chal-

lenges of multi-device monitoring for 10 GigaBit ber networks. For a complete

picture of network health, these Taps connect multiple network management and
security devices at any single 10 GigaBit network location.

One Tap, No Idle Resources

Keep your intrusion detection and prevention systems, protocol analyzers,
RMON probes, and other security devices productive with a single Regeneration
Tap. Maximize resources and save on access points when multiple devices can

monitor link trafc simultaneously through a single Regeneration Tap. Secure,

passive access for multiple devices simply means a better return on monitoring
investments.

Security and Visibility

Without an IP address, monitoring devices are isolated from the network, dra­matically reducing their exposure to attacks. However, the monitoring device
connected to the Tap still sees all full-duplex trafc as if it were in-line, includ­ing Layer 1 and Layer 2 errors.

Reliability

For extra uptime protection, Net Optics Taps offer redundant power connections.
Should the primary power source fail, the Tap automatically switches to the
backup power source. Power LEDs on the front of the Tap indicate the current
power source.

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Key Features

Passive Secure Technology

• Optimized and tested for 10 GigaBit ber networks with 50µm ber

• Enables real-time, simultaneous monitoring of a single 10 GigaBit link with

multiple monitoring devices

• Provides complete full-duplex visibility at 10 Gbps without data stream inter-

ference or introducing a point of failure

• Passes all trafc (including errors) from all layers for comprehensive trouble-

shooting

• No IP address is needed for the Tap or monitoring device, enhancing monitor-

ing security

• Redundant power ensures monitoring uptime

• Fully RoHS compliant

Ease of Use

• LED indicators show redundant power, speed, link, and activity status

• Front-mounted connectors support easy installation and operation

• Connectors are perfectly angled to reduce cable strain

• Silk-screened application diagram illustrates all connections for easy

deployment

• Optional custom monitoring cables support easy full-duplex monitoring by

sending each side of the signal to a separate monitoring device NIC

• Tested and compatible with all major manufacturers’ monitoring devices,

including protocol analyzers, probes, and intrusion detection/prevention
systems

Support

• Net Optics offers free technical support throughout the lifetime of your
purchase. Our technical support team is available from 8 am to 5 pm Pacic
Time, Monday through Friday at [phone] and via email at

[e-mail]. FAQs are also available on Net Optics website at
www.netoptics.com.

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