Transition Networks N-FX-xxxx-02(L), N-FX-SC-02, N-FX-SC-02L, N-FX-LC-02, N-FX-LC-02L User Manual
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USER’S GUIDE
N-FX-xxxx-02 (standard)
N-FX-xxxx-02 (L) (low profile)
100Base-FX, Fast Ethernet Fiber NICs
Transition Networks’ N-FX series of fast
Ethernet NICs (Network Interface Cards)
provide a 100Base-FX fiber port to deliver
low-cost fiber optic connectivity to the desktop
in fiber-rich LAN environments. With both
standard and low profile form factors, driver
support for most operating systems, and PCI
2.2 plug-and-play capability, these fast Ethernet NICs can be installed in virtually
any PC on the network.
N-FX-ST-02
N-FX-ST-
02(L)
ST, 1300 nm multimode, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
N-FX-SC-02
N-FX-SC-02(L)
SC, 1300 nm multimode, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
N-FX-MT-02
N-FX-MT-02(L)
MT-RJ, 1300 nm multimode, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
N-FX-SC5-02
N-FX-SC5-02(L)
SC, 1310 nm single mode, 5 km (3.1 miles)*
SC, 1310 nm single mode, 20 km (12.4 miles)*
N-FX-SB201-02
N-FX-SB201-02(L)
SC, 1550 TX/1310 nm RX single mode, single fiber 20 km
(12.4 miles)*
SC, 1310 TX/1550nm RX single mode, single fiber 20 km
(12.4 miles)*
N-FX-SC20-02
N-FX-SC20-02(L)
N-FX-SB202-02
N-FX-SB202-02(L)
Part Number
*Typical maximum cable distance. Actual
distance is dependent upon the physical
characteristics of the network installation.
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
N-FX-xxxx-02(x)
Port One - Duplex Fiber-Optic 100Base-FX
LC, 1300 nm multimode, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
N-FX-LC-02
N-FX-LC-02(L)
LC, 1310 nm single mode, 20 km (12.4 miles)*
N-FX-LC20-02
Optional accessories sold separately
Part Number Description
BTR-NFX Boot ROM chip supports BBS (Bios Boot specification) and
non-BSS compliant PCs.
Installation
Checklist
Before installing the N-FX module, verify that the package contains the following
items:
• N-FX module
• LAN driver CD
Please notify your sales representative if any item is missing or damaged.
Description
The N-FX module has a bootable ROM socket (ROM chip sold separately). The
two LED indicators, LINK/ACT and FDX located on the bracket, show
network/board link, activities, collision, and full-duplex statuses. See Figure 1.
N-FX module installation
CAUTION: Wear a grounding strap and observe electrostatic discharge
precautions when installing the N-FX module. Failure to observe this caution
could result in damage or failure of the N-FX module.
N-FX Series Fast Ethernet NICs
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LINK/ACT
LED
FDX LED
Boot ROM Socket
Figure 1: LEDs and Boot ROM Socket
To install the N-FX module, do the following:
Important: Install the N-FX module in a “master slot” only.
1. Locate a master slot on the PC workstation or file server.
2. Remove the cover from the PC workstation or file server—keep all screws.
3. Remove and keep the screws holding the cover to the installation slot.
4. Carefully align to the slot guides and slide the N-FX module into the
“master slot.”
Install the N-FX module -- continued
5. Ensure that the module is firmly seated in the slot.
6. Use the screws from step “3” to secure the module to the workstation or
file server housing.
N-FX PCI module configuration
For motherboards with automatic PCI configuration:
• No specific setup is needed.
• You can enter the system BIOS setup menu to view or specify the interrupt
(INT) line of the PCI slots.
For motherboards with bus master and interrupt jumpers:
• Enable bus master operation in a selected PCI slot and select an INT
request line (IRQ) level, using the appropriate motherboard jumper.
• Enable I/O on the N-FX, PCI slot.
PCI bus system and configuration
• Ensure that the PCI machine supports master slots, and INT multiple
sharing and timing compatibility.
• DO NOT install N-FX in PCI slave slots. Please refer to your PC system
manual and select the appropriate configuration settings.
• When installing multiple N-FX modules in a server station, you should
correctly configure the IRQ settings of the PCI slot.
• Up to four N-FX modules can be installed in a PCI file server running
NetWare operating system.
• N-FX server modules share the same INT line with the driver supporting
multiple INT services at a time. The IRQ of each N-FX module should not
conflict with other boards.
• Operation in full or half-duplex (default) mode is configured by LAN
driver options. The operating mode should match the working status of the
remote link device.
• Use EMM386 version 4.49 or higher, and install both DOS and EMM386
from the same DOS package to avoid software problems.
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