NVT NV-FLX-08-DEMO Installtion Instruction

QUICK INSTALL GUIDE - FLEX8

The NVT Phybridge FLEX8 plug-and-play long reach 1, 2 or 4 Pair UTP PoE Switch is a versatile, secure, high-powered, enterprise-class solution that delivers fast Ethernet (10/100Mbps full duplex, symmetrical) and up to PoE++ (50W per port) over 4-pair UTP for up to 2,000ft (610m) – that’s 6Xs the distance of typical PoE switches. Visit www.nvtphybridge.com for more information.

NOTE: Please see Page 3 for important safety instructions.

FRONT

Power

LED

LRE/AUTO

Mode

Toggle

8 x RJ45 Connectors

with Link/Activity LEDs

LEFT (Orange) - Link (solid)

RIGHT (Green) - Activity (flashing)

2 x 10/100/1000

Base-T Ethernet Ports

LEFT (Green) = Link (solid)

RIGHT (Green) = Activity (flashing)

BACK

DC Jack

(can be used for reset as well)

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: If you are considering single pair UTP deployment, you will require the FLEX-Link and FLEX4 adapters to be locally powered.

FLEX8 Switch Package Includes:

1 x FLEX8 Unit

1 x Mounting Bracket Kit

1 x AC/DC Power Adapter

1 x Quick Install Guide

4 x Rubber Feet

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MOUNTING OPTIONS

RACK MOUNT CONFIGURATION

• Review installation instructions and the “PoE Power Available to FLEX-Link, FLEX4 and FLEX-C” table.

• Ensure that your IP devices are IEEE 802.3 af/at compliant and PoE requirements can be supported given cable type and distance.

• To ensure proper ventilation of the FLEX8, leave at least 2 inches of unobstructed space on all sides of the unit.

• Properly mount the FLEX8 switch in its final location before connecting endpoints. (See Mounting Options Below)

• Make sure cable between downlink ports and adapters or IP endpoints are properly terminated before connecting to switch.

• For endpoints within standard Ethernet reach (328ft/100m) connect directly to downlink ports. For extended reach, use FLEX adapters (FLEX-C, FLEX-Link or FLEX4) in between the end point and the switch.

• The FLEX-Link and FLEX4 can be deployed up to 2000ft away from the FLEX8 and can deliver up to 50 Watts of power.

• The FLEX-C can be deployed up to 2000ft away from the FLEX8 and can deliver up to 30 Watts of power.

• The FLEX8 out of the box operates in 10/100 Mbps Auto Speed mode; if 10 Mbps is required, it can be forced via the mode toggle located on the front of the unit.

► The forced 10Mbps feature can be used when the auto negotiation is

not achieving a link between the switch and adapter.

• Connect the uplink GbE 1 or GbE 2 port to the network switch or directly to your application. Uplink ports can be daisy chained.

• Ensure power supply is securely connected to FLEX8.

• Power up the FLEX8 switch.

Downlink Port LED Indicators

Solid orange (left) means link is established

Flashing green (right) represents activity

WALL MOUNT CONFIGURATION

Please correct cable infrastructure.

QUICK INSTALL GUIDE

FLEX8 SWITCH HARDWARE TOPOLOGY

If endpoint is within 328ft (100m) FLEX adapter is not required.

FLEX8 Managed Switch

Power

10 Mbps FORCE

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

10/100 AUTO

123 5 7

84 6

To Application

UPLINK GbE 1

UPLINK GbE 2

Endpoint

PoE++ (50W) over 2- or 4-pair

UTP up to 2,000ft (610m)

FLEX-C

FLEX-Link

Long Reach PoE over UTP

Endpoint

LRE/AUTO Mode Toggle

1 RJ45 port: UTP cable (2-pair or 4-pair)

Cable Type Data Rate Reach

4 pair CAT5e 100 Mbps 2,000ft (610m)

2 pair CAT5e 100 Mbps

10 Mbps

1 pair CAT5e* 100 Mbps

10 Mbps

1,000ft (300m) 2,000ft (610m)

55VDC Local Power Optional

FLEX4

Long Reach PoE over UTP

55VDC Local Power Optional

Endpoint

*adapter must be locally powered

PoE POWER AVAILABLE TO FLEX-LINK, FLEX4, AND FLEX-C

FLEX-Link /FLEX4 20ft (6m) 250ft (76m) 500ft (152m) 750ft (228m) 1,000ft (305m) 1,250ft (381m) 1,500ft (457m) 1,750ft (533m) 2,000ft (610m)

4-Pair UTP/STP 50W 47W 44W 41W 38W 35W 32W 30W 27W

2-Pair UTP/STP 30W 30W 27W 25W 22W 22W 17W 14W 12W

The FLEX-Link can support up to 50W of power using all 4-pairs or maximum of 30W using 2-pairs. FLEX4 can accept up to 120W of power and it can output up to 30W of power for 802.3af/at compliant devices. To account for cable losses and increase PoE delivery, the FLEX-Link and FLEX4 adapters have the option of using a local external power supply. The FLEX-Link and FLEX4 are IEEE compliant and will negotiate power with the IP device.

FLEX-C 20ft (6m) 250ft (76m) 500ft (152m) 750ft (228m) 1,000ft (305m) 1,250ft (381m) 1,500ft (457m) 1,750ft (533m) 2,000ft (610m)

4-Pair UTP/STP 30W 30W 30W 29W 27W 26W 25W 23W 22W

2-Pair UTP/STP 30W 30W 27W 25W 22W 20W 17W 14W 12W

The FLEX-C supports IEEE-compluiant devices and can support up to 30W of power. If additional power is required use the FLEC-Link instead.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model FLEX8

Part Number NV-FLX-08

Dimensions 7.09” x 4.53” x 1.45” (LxWxH); 18cm x 11.5cm x 3.68cm (LxWxH)

Weight 1.3 lbs (0.59 kgs)

Interface: Ethernet Uplink (Trunk IP)

Interface: Downlink (PoE and IP to Adapter)

Power Supply 48-58 VDC (55VDC, 190W power supply included)

Power Consumption 6W

Power Injection (PoE) DC voltage: 48VDC to 58VDC

Operating Temperature +14°F to +149°F (-10°C to +65°C)

Humidity 10% to 95% (non-condensing) at +95°F (+35° C)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

2 RJ45 ports: 10/100/1000 Base-T autosensing, independent speed selection, Ethernet IEEE 802.3, CAT5e copper cable

8 x RJ45 Jacks Speed: 10/100Mbs (full duplex)

IEEE 802.3af/at If power is provided on all 4-pairs then maximum 50W; If power is provided on 2-pairs then maximum 30W

Tests conducted against international safety standard at maximum ambient temperatures of +104°F (40°C)

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