Fcat 1000-N Installation and User Guide
Fcat 1000-N Installation and User Guide
Fcat 1000-N Installation and User Guide
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July 2010
1.1
December 2010
1.2
October 2012
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Table
of
Contents
Contents
FCAT1000-N
List of
Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1: FCAT1000-N ................................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Figure 2: Front Panel of FCAT1000-N media converter ................................................................................................. 2-3
Figure 3: Application.......................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Figure 4: Front Panel LED indicators ................................................................................................................................ 3-2
ii
List of Tables
Table 1 Version information ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Table 2: Text convention ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
1-1
Chapter 1
Overview of FCAT1000-N
1-1
FCAT 1000-N
Introduction
Introduction
The FCAT1000-N is a single channel stand-alone Media converters provide media conversion from
1000Base-TX to 1000 Base-FX on multimode or single mode fiber up to 60kms. Available in Stand-alone,
internal auto ranging AC/DC Power supplies and a versatile range of Fiber Optic interfaces, FCAT1000N becomes a complete offering to suit Carriers, Service Providers and Enterprises for wide range of
deployments.
It is an Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Media converter, which supports a variety of advanced features and
flexible interface options, giving service providers the power to quickly and profitably deploy Ethernet
services. Enterprise customers can leverage existing Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure for long haul connects.
FCAT1000-N is a rugged and reliable Gigabit Ethernet media converter providing seamless extension of
Gigabit Ethernet on single mode/multi mode fiber up to 60 kms. It is very flexible and it adapts to
different connectivity needs make this product an essential component of any network design.
Specification
Standards Compliance
1000BASE-TX port:
Shielded RJ-45
Duplex support
Half/Full
1000Base-FX port
SC connector
LED Indicators
PWR (green)
Power status
Link(LNK)
Activity (ACT)
LFP
FEF
DIP Switch
SW1
SW2-SW4
Not Connected
Power
Stand-alone
1-2
AC
DC
FCAT 1000-N
Introduction
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating temperature
0 to 50 C (32-122 F)
Storage temperature
Humidity
10 to 90% Non-condensing
Wavelength
(nm)
Typical
Tx Power
(dBm)
Typical Rx
Sensitivity
(dBm)
Typical
Range (Kms)
MM
850
62.5/125 Multimode
-6
-14
0.22
MM
850
50/125 Multimode
-6
-14
0.5
SM10
1310
-6
-18
15
SM40
1310
-19
40
SM60
1550
0.5
-20
60
SF15
1310/1550
-6
-18
15
SF40
1310/1550
0.5
-19
40
Features
1-3
FCAT 1000-N
Introduction
Physical Description
Figure 1 shows a 3D view of the FCAT1000-N unit in the enclosure.
The front panel of a desktop unit includes SC connector, Copper Ethernet port and several LED indicators
which display the status of power, link and activity indicators.
Figure 1: FCAT1000-N
1-4
Chapter 2
Installation and Setup
2-1
FCAT 1000-N
Installation
Installation
This chapter describes installation and setup procedures for the standalone FCAT1000-N media
converter.
Package Content
The FCAT1000-N package includes the following items:
Technical documentation CD
AC or DC power cords
Installing FCAT1000-N
The installation of the FCAT1000-N media converter includes the following steps,
2-2
FCAT 1000-N
Installation
Connecting to Power
FCAT1000-N is equipped with either AC or DC power supply. AC or DC power is supplied to
FCAT1000-N via a standard power input connector on the rear panel.
Connecting to AC Power
AC power should be supplied through the standard power cable terminated by a standard plug. The AC
power chord is provided along with the unit.
To connect AC power:
1.
Connect the power cable to the power connector on the FCAT1000-N rear panel.
2.
Connecting to DC Power
DC power is supplied to FCAT1000-N via a compatible DC cable for attaching -48V DC power supply
lines. While connecting to the DC power mains, the polarity needs to be taken care as per the indications
provided on the DC cable.
The DC power cord is provided along with the unit.
2-3
FCAT 1000-N
Installation
Application
The below figures illustrates FCAT1000-N applications, It is designed for demanding network
environments to provide high speed and reliable connects. It can typically be used in a LAN,
MAN or in a Campus Network.
Figure 3: Application
2-4
Chapter 3
Operation
3-1
FCAT 1000-N
Operating FCAT1000-N
The PWR indicator lights up and remains lit as long as FCAT1000-N is receiving power.
FCAT1000-N requires no operator attention once installed, with the exception of occasional monitoring
of front panel indicators. Intervention is only required when FCAT1000-N needs to be configured to its
operational requirements or diagnostic tests to be performed.
LED Indicators
The front panel of FCAT1000-N includes a series of LED indicators that shows the current operating
status of the unit.
3-2
FCAT 1000-N
Operating FCAT1000-N
Interface
Type
Color
Indicat
or
Name
Indicator
Meaning
Power
Supply
Green
PWR
Power Indicator
Activity
Green
ACT
Activity status
TXLNK
Copper Link
FXLNK
Fiber Link
TX-LFP
Link Fault
Propagation in
Copper
FX-LFP
Link Fault
Propagation in
Fiber
TX-FEF
FX-FEF
Link
LFP
FEF
Green
Green
Yellow
Function
ON: Unit is powered ON
OFF: Unit is not receiving Power
Flashing: Activity status for Ethernet port
ON: Copper Link is active
ON: Fiber Link is active
DIP Switch
SW1: Link Fault Enable/Disable
SW2-SW4: Not Connected
3-3
FCAT 1000-N
Installation
Installation
Following are the installation procedure to install FCAT1000-N
3-4
Connect a CAT 5 UTP cable to the corresponding TX port and terminate it on the
Ethernet port of the terminal equipment (Typically a switch/PC/server)
After switching on, check if the FX link is up, or else swap TX and RX patch chord of
the corresponding FX port.
Once FX link is up, check the TX link status and ensure it is up.
Chapter 4
Appendix A
4-1
FCAT 1000-N
Safety Notices
Safety Notices
For your protection, observe the following safety precautions when setting up your equipment:
Safety Precautions
Read the following safety information thoroughly before installing the FCAT1000-N.
Always observe standard safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance of
this product. Only qualified and authorized service personnel should carry out adjustment,
maintenance or repairs to this product.
Never place an MRO-TEK Limited product near a radiator or heat register. Failure to follow
these guidelines can cause overheating and affect the reliability of the device.
Modifications to Equipment
Do not make mechanical or electrical modifications to the equipment. MRO-TEK Limited is not
responsible for regulatory compliance of a modified MRO-TEK Limited product.
Do not block or cover the opening vents of your purchased product. Never place the unit near a radiator or
heat register. Failure to follow these guidelines can cause overheating and affect the reliability of the
device.
4-2
Chapter 5
Appendix B
5-1
FCAT 1000-N
F.A.Q
Problem
Indication
Corrective Action
No Power
Main power
Check if the power supply cable is firmly connected to the main power
supply
LED is not
glowing
Check if the AC input power source is between 100 and 240VAC. (Check if
the source voltage is between 36VDC to 72VDC for a DC Box)
Check the fuse on AC mains supply
TX Link LED is
not glowing
(TX LINK)
FX Link LED
(1000Base-FX is
not glowing)
Improper network
traffic / slowed
down traffic
5-2
Excess collisions
Verify that all devices (both FCAT and the devices interconnected by them)
are set to the same Duplex mode, 1000 Mbps data rate, and set to Auto
negotiation enable.
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