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MC100FX-SC2-A MC100FX-SC30-A 100Base-TX UTP to 100Base-FX Fiber SC Media Converters User's Guide Version 1.0 10 / 2006
MC100FX-SC2-A MC100FX-SC30-A 100Base-TX UTP to 100Base-FX Fiber SC Media Converters User's Guide Version 1.0 10 / 2006
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...this device in a residential area is subject to change without notice. Taiwanese BSMI (Bureau of others. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Copyright Copyright © 2006 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation The contents of this product may cause radio interference in which case the user will be ...required to correct the interference at his own expense. Disclaimer ZyXEL does not assume any license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of Standards, Metrology and Inspection) A Warning: i Certifications...
...this device in a residential area is subject to change without notice. Taiwanese BSMI (Bureau of others. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Copyright Copyright © 2006 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation The contents of this product may cause radio interference in which case the user will be ...required to correct the interference at his own expense. Disclaimer ZyXEL does not assume any license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of Standards, Metrology and Inspection) A Warning: i Certifications...
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... warning notices and instructions. Connect ONLY suitable accessories to read and follow all cables from lightning. Please contact your safety, be sure to the device. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Notices Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for further information.
... warning notices and instructions. Connect ONLY suitable accessories to read and follow all cables from lightning. Please contact your safety, be sure to the device. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Notices Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for further information.
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... device if the power adaptor or cord is a remote risk of it might cause electrocution. Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as it properly. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Do NOT allow anything to order a new one. Do NOT attempt to repair the power adaptor or cord. There is damaged as...
... device if the power adaptor or cord is a remote risk of it might cause electrocution. Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as it properly. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Do NOT allow anything to order a new one. Do NOT attempt to repair the power adaptor or cord. There is damaged as...
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... products will be solely at the discretion of ZyXEL) and the customer will be shipped by an act of merchantability or fitness for your Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Note Repair or replacement, as provided under this page. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Viewing Certifications 1 Go ...to http://www.zyxel.com. 2 Select your product on the ZyXEL home page to go to that the unit be returned Postage Prepaid. iv Any replacement...
... products will be solely at the discretion of ZyXEL) and the customer will be shipped by an act of merchantability or fitness for your Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Note Repair or replacement, as provided under this page. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Viewing Certifications 1 Go ...to http://www.zyxel.com. 2 Select your product on the ZyXEL home page to go to that the unit be returned Postage Prepaid. iv Any replacement...
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ...1 Key Features...2 Chapter 2 Applications ...3 Application Diagram I...3 Application Diagram II ...3 Chapter 3 Hardware ...5 Front Panel ...5 100Base-TX port ...6 100Base-FX port ...6 LED Indicators...6 Link Fault Signaling ...7 Rear Panel ...7 DIP Switches...8 Loop-back Testing...8 Local Loop-back ...9 Remote Loop-back...9 NWay DIP-switch Setting...10 Chapter 4 Specifications ...12 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ...13 v
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ...1 Key Features...2 Chapter 2 Applications ...3 Application Diagram I...3 Application Diagram II ...3 Chapter 3 Hardware ...5 Front Panel ...5 100Base-TX port ...6 100Base-FX port ...6 LED Indicators...6 Link Fault Signaling ...7 Rear Panel ...7 DIP Switches...8 Loop-back Testing...8 Local Loop-back ...9 Remote Loop-back...9 NWay DIP-switch Setting...10 Chapter 4 Specifications ...12 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ...13 v
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...; Web Site: www.zyxel.cz • Regular Mail: ZyXEL Communications, Czech s.r.o., Modranská 621, 143 01 Praha 4 - vi Required Information • Product model and serial number. • Warranty Information. • Date on which you received your device. • Brief description of the problem and the steps you contact customer support. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User...
...; Web Site: www.zyxel.cz • Regular Mail: ZyXEL Communications, Czech s.r.o., Modranská 621, 143 01 Praha 4 - vi Required Information • Product model and serial number. • Warranty Information. • Date on which you received your device. • Brief description of the problem and the steps you contact customer support. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User...
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide • Fax: +44-1344 303034 • Web Site: www.zyxel.co.uk • FTP Site: ftp.zyxel.co.uk • Regular Mail: ZyXEL Communications UK, Ltd.,11 The Courtyard, Eastern Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2XB, United Kingdom (UK) "+" is the (prefix) number you dial to make an international telephone call. x
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide • Fax: +44-1344 303034 • Web Site: www.zyxel.co.uk • FTP Site: ftp.zyxel.co.uk • Regular Mail: ZyXEL Communications UK, Ltd.,11 The Courtyard, Eastern Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2XB, United Kingdom (UK) "+" is the (prefix) number you dial to make an international telephone call. x
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...Chapter 1 Introduction The MC100FX-SC2/30-A media converter allows seamless integration between a (Fast) Ethernet network using unshielded twisted pair (UTP) copper cabling and a fiber network. Use the LEDs to quickly check the status and the DIP switches to 2km. The MC100FX-SC30-A media converter comes ...with a built-in multimode fiber transceiver module with SC connector that can be used for distances of up to set the transmission settings and Link Fault Signaling. 1 The MC100FX-SC2-A media converter comes with a...
...Chapter 1 Introduction The MC100FX-SC2/30-A media converter allows seamless integration between a (Fast) Ethernet network using unshielded twisted pair (UTP) copper cabling and a fiber network. Use the LEDs to quickly check the status and the DIP switches to 2km. The MC100FX-SC30-A media converter comes ...with a built-in multimode fiber transceiver module with SC connector that can be used for distances of up to set the transmission settings and Link Fault Signaling. 1 The MC100FX-SC2-A media converter comes with a...
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Key Features Each media converter has the following key features: • Automatic MDI/MDI-X selection on RJ-45 port • Link Fault Signaling • Store-and-forward at full-wire speed • Auto-negotiation, NWay support • Half / Full duplex mode selection • Remote and local Loop-back Testing via DIP switch • Extends distances to up to 2km (6600 feet) with multi-mode fiber and up to 30km (99000 feet) with long-haul single-mode fiber • Compatible with other 10Base-T & 100Base-TX /FX devices • FCC Class A & CE approved 2
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Key Features Each media converter has the following key features: • Automatic MDI/MDI-X selection on RJ-45 port • Link Fault Signaling • Store-and-forward at full-wire speed • Auto-negotiation, NWay support • Half / Full duplex mode selection • Remote and local Loop-back Testing via DIP switch • Extends distances to up to 2km (6600 feet) with multi-mode fiber and up to 30km (99000 feet) with long-haul single-mode fiber • Compatible with other 10Base-T & 100Base-TX /FX devices • FCC Class A & CE approved 2
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... next figure, the converter is providing a 100Mbps full-duplex link to -back as a server aggregation for each user (node) on separate floors within a single building. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 2 Applications To effectively expand a Fast Ethernet network, position two converters back-to workgroups of 10/100 switches located on the local...
... next figure, the converter is providing a 100Mbps full-duplex link to -back as a server aggregation for each user (node) on separate floors within a single building. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 2 Applications To effectively expand a Fast Ethernet network, position two converters back-to workgroups of 10/100 switches located on the local...
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 3 Hardware The media converter can be placed on the media converter. Make sure that there is proper heat dissipation from and adequate ventilation around the device. Do not place heavy objects on a desktop. Front Panel The front panel consists of an RJ-45 port for 100 Mbps UTP connections, LED indicators, and a built-in fiber transceiver with SC connector. MC100FX-SC2-A MC100FX-SC30-A 5
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 3 Hardware The media converter can be placed on the media converter. Make sure that there is proper heat dissipation from and adequate ventilation around the device. Do not place heavy objects on a desktop. Front Panel The front panel consists of an RJ-45 port for 100 Mbps UTP connections, LED indicators, and a built-in fiber transceiver with SC connector. MC100FX-SC2-A MC100FX-SC30-A 5
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..., and 30km over single-mode fiber-optic cable. This port also offers automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover detection that gives the device true "plug-n-play" capability - MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide 100Base-TX port The 10/100BASE-TX port supports network speeds of Category 3, 4, 5 or better. 100Base-FX port The 100BASE-FX port...
..., and 30km over single-mode fiber-optic cable. This port also offers automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover detection that gives the device true "plug-n-play" capability - MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide 100Base-TX port The 10/100BASE-TX port supports network speeds of Category 3, 4, 5 or better. 100Base-FX port The 100BASE-FX port...
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Link Fault Signaling LFS is a function that the entire connection is extremely beneficial in terms of disruption in service has occurred. Set ... (12V DC voltage with minimum 0.8A current) to the port labeled 12VDC 800mA and connect the power adaptor to ON position for normal operational use. MC100FX-SC2-A MC100FX-SC30-A 7 Set LFS to indicate that is down. Therefore, when disruption occurs on either segment, the LFS feature will be activated and the LED will immediately...
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Link Fault Signaling LFS is a function that the entire connection is extremely beneficial in terms of disruption in service has occurred. Set ... (12V DC voltage with minimum 0.8A current) to the port labeled 12VDC 800mA and connect the power adaptor to ON position for normal operational use. MC100FX-SC2-A MC100FX-SC30-A 7 Set LFS to indicate that is down. Therefore, when disruption occurs on either segment, the LFS feature will be activated and the LED will immediately...
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...) DIP 7 Enables / disables Remote Loop-back (RLB) Loop-back Testing This Converter features DIP switches for activating local and remote loop-back diagnostic test functions. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide DIP Switches DIP 1 Enables / disables auto-negotiation (RJ-45) DIP 2 Copper port (RJ-45) duplex mode: full-
...) DIP 7 Enables / disables Remote Loop-back (RLB) Loop-back Testing This Converter features DIP switches for activating local and remote loop-back diagnostic test functions. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide DIP Switches DIP 1 Enables / disables auto-negotiation (RJ-45) DIP 2 Copper port (RJ-45) duplex mode: full-
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... OFF OFF ON 9 Conduct either the local or remote test, not both at the same time. for an accurate result, be sent (between 1 and 1000). MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Make sure that will loop in the copper segment -
... OFF OFF ON 9 Conduct either the local or remote test, not both at the same time. for an accurate result, be sent (between 1 and 1000). MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Make sure that will loop in the copper segment -
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... and duplex mode (auto-negotiation). If YES: Check that only supports 10/100Mbps detection. If NO: Set the NWay DIP switch to the ON position. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide 2. Note Be sure to ON position. Launch a loop-back or diagnostics testing program and follow the instructions given. Important In order to...
... and duplex mode (auto-negotiation). If YES: Check that only supports 10/100Mbps detection. If NO: Set the NWay DIP switch to the ON position. MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide 2. Note Be sure to ON position. Launch a loop-back or diagnostics testing program and follow the instructions given. Important In order to...
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Note: If you experience the following problems, please check if the NWay switch is properly set: z The LNK (link) LED is not lit and the connection cannot be established z The LNK LED is lit and the connection is good, but cannot transmit or receive data 11
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Note: If you experience the following problems, please check if the NWay switch is properly set: z The LNK (link) LED is not lit and the connection cannot be established z The LNK LED is lit and the connection is good, but cannot transmit or receive data 11
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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 4 Specifications ITEM SPECIFICATION Ethernet and Fiber Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T Ethernet), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX/FX Fast Ethernet), IEEE 802....
MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 4 Specifications ITEM SPECIFICATION Ethernet and Fiber Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T Ethernet), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX/FX Fast Ethernet), IEEE 802....
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... supports auto-negotiation at half/full duplex and 100MBps speed. See above for faulty Ethernet cables. The FDX/COL The RJ-45 port is down ). MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Use the LEDs to an appropriate power source. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES AND REMEDIES The PWR LED is down (thereby forcing...
... supports auto-negotiation at half/full duplex and 100MBps speed. See above for faulty Ethernet cables. The FDX/COL The RJ-45 port is down ). MC100FX-SC2/30-A User's Guide Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Use the LEDs to an appropriate power source. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES AND REMEDIES The PWR LED is down (thereby forcing...