IMC Networks iMcV-Giga-MediaLinX, TX/LX-SM1550/LONG-SC
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1. twisted pair and 1000Base SX LX multi mode or single mode fiber e 100Base TX twisted pair and 1000Base SX LX multi mode or single mode fiber e 1000Base T twisted pair and 1000Base SX LX multi mode or single mode fiber LED and Port Operation The following describes how the LEDs function on the iMcV Giga MediaLinx 1000 Mbps MediaLinX Switching Media Converter 1000 100 FA 00 TXLL LNK ACT MASTER PWR 1000 100 10 LNK ACT FDX FA TXLL LNK ACT MASTER Glows green when powered Glows green at 1000 Mbps Glows green at 100 Mbps Glows amber at 10 Mbps Glows green when a link established Blinks green when data activity occurs this is true for both LNK ACT LEDs Glows amber in Full Duplex mode Off in Half Duplex mode blinks if collisions Glows green when a link is established Glows green when TX LinkLoss is enabled Glows green when a link is established Blinks green when data activity occurs Glows amber in Master mode The twisted pair port on the iMcV Giga MedialinX includes AutoCross a feature that automatically selects between a crossover workstation or pass through connection depending on the connected device Installing iMcV Giga MediaLinX Modules The iMcV Giga MediaLinX installs in any IMC Networks chassis each requiring one slot To install an iMcV Giga MediaLinX module Step Action 1 Remove the blank brackets covering the slots whe2. gine ERE iMcV Giga MediaLinX Operation Manual FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits 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 instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The use of non shielded I O cables may not guarantee compliance with FCC RFI limits This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de classe B prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique publi par le minist re des Communications du Canada Warranty IMC Networks w
3. Site to Remote Site conversion do the FiberAlert following on the iMcV Giga MediaLinx and e TX LinkLoss at the Main Site LinkLoss e Enable FiberAlert at the Remote Site IMC Networks Technical Support Tel 949 465 3000 or 800 624 1070 in the U S and Canada 32 16 550880 Europe Fax 949 465 3020 E Mail techsupport imcnetworks com Web www imcnetworks com Specifications Operating Temperature 32 104 F 0 40 C Storage Temperature 0 160 F 20 70 C Humidity 5 95 non condensing Power Consumption typical Input Load 500 mA Notes 10 Safety Certifications UL CUL Listed to Safety of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment CE The products described herein comply with the Council Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC and the Council Directive on Electrical Equipment Designed for use within Certain Voltage Limits 73 23 EEC Certified to Safety of Information Technology Equipment Including Electrical Business Equipment For further details contact IMC Networks 0 0 ES European Directive 2002 96 EC WEEE requires that any equipment that bears this symbol on product or packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste This symbol indicates that the equipment should be disposed of separately from regular household waste It is the consumer s responsibility to disp
4. occurs on the twisted pair segment of a conversion TX LinkLoss detects the fault and passes this information to the fiber segment If a media converter is not receiving a twisted pair link TX LinkLoss disables the transmitter on the media converter s fiber port This result is a loss of the link on the device connected to the fiber port Enable TX LinkLoss by setting DIP Switch 5 to the ON position What is FiberAlert is a troubleshooting feature that minimizes the FiberAlert problems associated with the loss of one strand of fiber If a strand is unavailable the device at the receiver end notes the lost link The device Local Site will then stop xum Ce Beak transmitting data M 2 Remote Site oo and the link signal 6 MT until a signal or link LED XMT pulse is received AEN ER 6 2 5 IMC Networks product with FiberAlert enabled The result IS the link Remote Site stops transmitting Local Link LED is OFF indicating a break in the fiber loop LED on BOTH sides of the fiber connection will go out indicating a fault somewhere in the fiber loop Using FiberAlert a local site administrator is notified of a fault and can quickly determine where a cable fault is located Enable FiberAlert by setting DIP Switch 6 to the ON position Enable FiberAlert on ONE side of a media conversion only Enabling it on both sides keeps both transmitters off indefinitely Using For a typical Main
5. 465 3000 or FAX 949 465 3020 The end user shall return the defective product to IMC Networks freight customs and handling charges prepaid End user agrees to accept all liability for loss of or damages to the returned product during shipment IMC Networks shall repair or replace the returned product at its option and return the repaired or new product to the end user freight prepaid via method to be determined by IMC Networks IMC Networks shall not be liable for any costs of procurement of substitute goods loss of profits or any incidental consequential and or special damages of any kind resulting from a breach of any applicable express or implied warranty breach of any obligation arising from breach of warranty or otherwise with respect to the manufacture and sale of any IMC Networks product whether or not IMC Networks has been advised of the possibility of such loss or damage EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IMC NETWORKS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO THIS IMC NETWORKS PRODUCT INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY SOFTWARE ASSOCIATED OR INCLUDED IMC NETWORKS SHALL DISREGARD AND NOT BE BOUND BY ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON INCLUDING EMPLOYEES DISTRIBUTORS RESELLERS OR DEALERS OF IMC NETWORKS WHICH ARE INCONSISTENT WITH THE WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
6. HEREBY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY STATED ABOVE Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that IMC Networks product manuals and promotional materials accurately describe IMC Networks product specifications and capabilities at the time of publication However because of ongoing improvements and updating of IMC Networks products IMC Networks cannot guarantee the accuracy of printed materials after the date of publication and disclaims liability for changes errors or omissions Table of Contents FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT seen nee I Speer aia II ABOUT THE 1 1 LED AND PORT 00000 1 INSTALLING IMCV GIGA MEDIALINX 2 Installation Troubleshooting 2 CONFIGURING THE 3 LINKEOSS AND FIBERALERT neiise iiinis 7 IMC NETWORKS TECHNICAL 5 2200 1 9 SPECIFICATION i nct et RR ER ER sen 9 ES 10 SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS 4 2500 eu 11 Notes About the iMcV Giga MediaLinX The iMcV Giga MediaLinX is an SNMP manageable IEEE 802 3 10 100 1000 switching media converter that converts both speed and media Each iMcV Giga MediaLinX module provides a single conversion between one of the following e 10
7. arrants to the original end user purchaser that this product EXCLUSIVE OF SOFTWARE shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper use in accordance with IMC Networks instructions and directions for a period of six 6 years after the original date of purchase This warranty is subject to the limitations set forth below At its option IMC Networks will repair or replace at no charge the product which proves to be defective within such warranty period This limited warranty shall not apply if the IMC Networks product has been damaged by unreasonable use accident negligence service or modification by anyone other than an authorized IMC Networks Service Technician or by any other causes unrelated to defective materials or workmanship Any replaced or repaired products or parts carry a ninety 90 day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period whichever is longer To receive in warranty service the defective product must be received at IMC Networks no later than the end of the warranty period The product must be accompanied by proof of purchase satisfactory to IMC Networks denoting product serial number and purchase date a written description of the defect and a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number issued by IMC Networks No products will be accepted by IMC Networks which do not have an RMA number For an RMA number contact IMC Networks at PHONE 800 624 1070 in the U S and Canada or 949
8. ose of this and all equipment so marked through designated collection facilities appointed by government or local authorities Following these steps through proper disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health For more detailed information about proper disposal please contact local authorities waste disposal services or the point of purchase for this equipment EB Am LUN Networks 19772 Pauling Foothill Ranch CA 92610 2611 USA TEL 949 465 3000 FAX 949 465 3020 www imcnetworks com made in Y USA REGISTERED RoHS y ZZ O 2007 IMC Networks All rights reserved The information in this document is subject to change without notice IMC Networks assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document iMcV Giga MediaLinX is a trademark of IMC Networks Other brands or product names may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies Document Number 56 80950 00 A3 November 2007 If the product s part number begins with an 8 it is compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS directive
9. pplication like iView and unmanaged modules In this section Managed Modules Unmanaged Modules Auto Negotiation Selective Advertising Forcing the Duplex Mode Forcing the Speed FX Negotiation Master Slave Mode Flow Control Managed To manage an iMcV Giga MediaLinX it must be installed Modules within an SNMP Manageable chassis In a managed environment install the module first and then configure it using the management software Within iView configure features and troubleshooting functions in the Module Detail section under the picture of the module See the iView online help file for more information NOTE Until a module installed in a managed chassis is configured via the software the module and its LEDs may not work properly Unmanaged Configure the McV Giga MediaLinX for desired features Modules before installing it inside a chassis UN DIT 2 jeu 25 a 92 Fand ve nsn uem m IIo Ppp Switch settings 51 Function Default 1 Auto Negotiation ON 2 TX Port HDX ON or FDX OFF OFF 3 TX Port 1000 ON or 10 OFF OFF 4 TX Port 1000 OFF 5 TX LinkLoss OFF 6 FiberAlert OFF 7 Selective Advertising OFF 8 Master ON or Slave OFF OFF 9 FX Negotiation OFF 10 Factory Configured Do Not Change Auto The iMcV Giga MediaLinX ships from the factory with Auto Negotiation Negotiation enabled on the twisted pair port In this mode the twis
10. re the module is to be installed if present by removing the screws on the outside edges of the bracket 2 Slide the module into the chassis via the card guides until the module is seated securely in the connector 3 Secure the module to the chassis by tightening the captive screw 4 Save any blanks removed during installation for future use should the configuration requirements change Installation Troubleshooting During installation test the fiber and twisted pair connections with all troubleshooting features disabled If desired enable these features just before installation This will reduce the features interference with testing Any testing of the module should be performed in an unmanaged environment Either test in an unmanaged chassis or disable management in a managed chassis where possible LNK LEDs only function after both twisted pair and fiber connections are established If using a high powered device for long distance installations for a short distance installation the fiber transmitters may overdrive the receivers and cause data loss In such a case add an optical attenuator to the connection Configuring the iMcV Giga MediaLinX The iMcV Giga MediaLinX may be configured with various features such as LinkLoss FiberAlert Auto Negotiation duplex mode and speed The following sections include instructions for configuring both managed via an SNMP compatible management a
11. ted pair port negotiates for speed and duplex autosensing 10 Mbps Full Duplex 10 Mbps Half Duplex 100 Mbps Full Duplex 100 Mbps Half Duplex with Flow Control or 1000 Mbps Full Duplex with Flow Control Configure Auto Negotiation by setting the DIP switch for unmanaged modules or via the management software Selective Selective Advertising when used in combination with Auto Adverting Negotiation advertises only the configured speed and duplex mode for the twisted pair port This allows configuration of both the twisted pair port s speed 10 100 or 1000 Mbps and Duplex mode FDX or Selective Advertising switch 7 functions only with Auto Negotiation switch 1 enabled Selective Advertising Configuration Desired Speed Duplex Switch 2 Duplex Switch 3 Speed Switch 4 Speed 1000 Mbps FDX OFF OFF ON 100 Mbps FDX OFF ON OFF 100 Mbps HDX ON ON OFF 10 Mbps FDX OFF OFF OFF 10 Mbps HDX ON OFF OFF Forcing the The twisted pair port on the McV Giga MediaLinX can be Duplex Mode setto either Half or Full Duplex operation in 10 100 Mbps 1000 Mbps is always FDX Before manually setting the duplex mode disable Auto Negotiation by setting DIP Switch 1 to OFF e twisted pair port is configured for Full Duplex by default which is the OFF position on DIP Switch 2 e Configure the twisted pair port for Half Duplex by setting DIP Switch 2 to the ON position Forcing the The speed on the
12. twisted pair port 10 100 or 1000 Mbps Speed can also be manually configured The fiber port always operates at 1000 Mbps FDX Before manually setting the speed mode disable Auto Negotiation by setting DIP Switch 1 to OFF e Configure the twisted pair port for 10 Mbps operation by setting both DIP Switches 3 and 4 to 5 Negotiation Master Slave Mode Flow Control the OFF position e Configure the twisted pair port for 100 Mbps operation by setting DIP Switch 3 to the ON position and DIP Switch 4 to OFF e Configure the twisted pair port for 1000 Mbps operation by setting DIP Switch 4 to the ON position When ON Switch 4 overrides Switch 3 The iMcV Giga MediaLinX includes the FX Negotiation feature which helps ensure links with AN or forced FX devices Disabled by default it must be enabled or disabled on both ends of the connection to establish a link Only enable this feature if the connecting device supports it Master Slave mode determines which clock is used between the iMcV Giga MedialinX and the connected device Slave mode is set by default to use the clock of the connected device Master mode uses iMcV Giga MedialinX s clock The Master Slave mode is only valid for the twisted pair link and can only be manually configured Configure Master mode by setting Dip Switch 8 to the ON position Flow Control is used to throttle the END device to avoid dropping packets during network congestion Full Duplex Flo
13. w Control functions only when the END device has Flow Control and advertises in Full Duplex Mode Half Duplex Flow Control does not Advertise LinkLoss and FiberAlert The iMcV Giga MediaLinX includes such troubleshooting features as FiberAlert and TX LinkLoss which can help locate silent failures on the network This section explains how FiberAlert and LinkLoss work and how they will react in a network configuration which should be understood before attempting In this section About Link Integrity What is TX LinkLoss e About Link Integrity e Whatis TX LinkLoss e What is FiberAlert e Using FiberAlert and LinkLoss During normal operation link integrity pulses are transmitted by all point to point Ethernet devices When an iMcV Giga MediaLinX receives valid link pulses it knows that the device to which it is connected is up and sending pulses and that the copper or fiber cable coming from that device is intact The appropriate LNK link LED is lit to indicate this The iMcV Giga MediaLinX also sends out link pulses from its copper and fiber transmitters but normally has no way of knowing whether the cable to the other device is intact and the link pulses are reaching the other end The combination of FiberAlert and LinkLoss allows this information to be obtained even when physical access to a remote device and its link integrity LED is not available TX LinkLoss is a troubleshooting feature When a fault
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