Fast Ethernet

WebSmart Switch

AT-FS750/48

Installation Guide

613-001270 Rev. A
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards

This product meets the following standards.

U.S. Federal Communications Commission

Radiated Energy
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15
of 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 this 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 case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Note: Modifications or changes not expressly approved of by the manufacturer or the FCC, can void your right to operate
this equipment.

Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

RFI Emissions FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A, CISPR Class A, C-TICK, CE

Warning: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in

which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Immunity EN55024

Electrical Safety EN60950-1 (TUV), UL 60950-1 (CULUS)

Laser Safety EN60825

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Translated Safety Statements

Important: The  indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF
document titled “Translated Safety Statements” on our web site.

Go to http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software. Select “Switches” under Product Category

and this product under Product Name. You can view this document online or download it onto a local
workstation or server.

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Contents

Preface................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Safety Symbols Used in this Document................................................................................................................................12
Where to Find Web-based Guides .......................................................................................................................................13
Contacting Allied Telesis ......................................................................................................................................................14
Online Support ..............................................................................................................................................................14
Email and Telephone Support .......................................................................................................................................14
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................14
Returning Products........................................................................................................................................................14
Sales or Corporate Information .....................................................................................................................................14
Management Software Updates ...........................................................................................................................................15

Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................17
Features ...............................................................................................................................................................................18
Front and Back Panels .........................................................................................................................................................19
Ports .....................................................................................................................................................................................20
Twisted Pair Ports .........................................................................................................................................................20
Uplink Combo Ports ......................................................................................................................................................20
Eco-friendly Switch ...............................................................................................................................................................21
LEDs .....................................................................................................................................................................................22
Power LED ....................................................................................................................................................................22
......................................................................................................................................................................................22
10/100Base-T Port LEDs ..............................................................................................................................................23
10/100/1000Base-T Port LEDs .....................................................................................................................................24
SFP LEDs......................................................................................................................................................................25
Power Supply .......................................................................................................................................................................26
Ethernet Switching Basics ....................................................................................................................................................27
MAC Address Table ......................................................................................................................................................27
Duplex Mode .................................................................................................................................................................28
Store and Forward.........................................................................................................................................................28
Back Pressure and Flow Control ...................................................................................................................................28
Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................31
Reviewing Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................................................................32
Selecting a Site for the Switch ..............................................................................................................................................35
Cable Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................36
Twisted Pair Ports .........................................................................................................................................................36
SFP Ports ......................................................................................................................................................................36
......................................................................................................................................................................................36
Unpacking the Switch ...........................................................................................................................................................37
Installing the Switch on a Desktop........................................................................................................................................38
Installing the Switch on a Wall ..............................................................................................................................................39
Installing the Switch in a Rack ..............................................................................................................................................42
Installing an SFP Transceiver...............................................................................................................................................44
Cabling and Powering On the Switch ...................................................................................................................................46
Connecting the Twisted Pair Cables .............................................................................................................................46
Connecting the Fiber Optic Cables ...............................................................................................................................47
Powering On the Switch ................................................................................................................................................48
Starting a Management Session ..........................................................................................................................................49

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................51

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Appendix A: Technical Specifications .............................................................................................................................53

Physical Specifications .........................................................................................................................................................53
Environmental Specifications................................................................................................................................................53
Power Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................53
Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications...........................................................................................................54
Connectors and Port Pinouts ................................................................................................................................................55

Appendix B: Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors ...............................................................................................................57

Using a Cartridge-Type Cleaner ...........................................................................................................................................58
Using a Swab........................................................................................................................................................................60

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Figures

Figure 1. AT-FS750/48 Front and Back Panels...................................................................................................................19

Figure 2. Eco-friendly Switch ...............................................................................................................................................21
Figure 3. Power LED ...........................................................................................................................................................22
Figure 4. 10/100Base-T Port LEDs......................................................................................................................................23
Figure 5. 10/100/1000Base-T Port LEDs.............................................................................................................................24
Figure 6. SFP LED ..............................................................................................................................................................25
Figure 7. Attaching the Rubber Feet ...................................................................................................................................38
Figure 8. Attaching Brackets for Wall Mounting...................................................................................................................39
Figure 9. Positioning and Drilling Holes for Wall Installation ...............................................................................................40
Figure 10. Positioning the Switch onto the Wall with Mounting Screws ..............................................................................41
Figure 11. Removing Feet from Switch ...............................................................................................................................42
Figure 12. Attaching the Rack-Mount Bracket .....................................................................................................................42
Figure 13. Mounting the Switch on the Rack .......................................................................................................................43
Figure 14. Removing the Dust Plug from the SFP Slot .......................................................................................................44
Figure 15. Inserting the SFP Transceiver ............................................................................................................................45
Figure 16. Connecting the Twisted Pair Data Cables..........................................................................................................46
Figure 17. Removing the Dust Plug from the SFP Transceiver...........................................................................................47
Figure 18. Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable ......................................................................................................................47
Figure 19. Plugging in the AC Power Cord..........................................................................................................................48
Figure 20. AT-S105 Management Software Main Page ......................................................................................................49
Figure 21. RJ-45 Connector and Port Pin Layout................................................................................................................55
Figure 22. Ferrule in an SC Connector Plug........................................................................................................................57
Figure 23. Unclean and Clean Ferrule.................................................................................................................................57
Figure 24. Cartridge Cleaner ...............................................................................................................................................58
Figure 25. Rubbing the Ferrule Tip on the Cleaning Surface ..............................................................................................58
Figure 26. Lint-Free and Alcohol-Free Swabs .....................................................................................................................60
Figure 27. Cleaning a Recessed Ferrule .............................................................................................................................60

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Tables

Table 1. Safety Symbols .....................................................................................................................................................12

Table 2. Eco-friendly Switch Functions ...............................................................................................................................21
Table 3. Power LED Description .........................................................................................................................................22
Table 4. 10/100Base-T Port LEDs ......................................................................................................................................23
Table 5. 10/100/1000Base-T Port LEDs Description ..........................................................................................................24
Table 6. SFP LED Description ............................................................................................................................................25
Table 7. Twisted Pair Cabling and Distances .....................................................................................................................36
Table 8. MDI Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) ........................................................................................................55
Table 9. MDI-X Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) ....................................................................................................55
Table 10. RJ-45 1000Base-T Connector Pinouts ...............................................................................................................56

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Preface

This guide contains instructions on how to install the AT-FS750/48 Fast

Ethernet WebSmart switch. This preface contains the following sections:

ˆ “Safety Symbols Used in this Document” on page 12

ˆ “Where to Find Web-based Guides” on page 13
ˆ “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 14
ˆ “Management Software Updates” on page 15

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Preface

Safety Symbols Used in this Document

This document uses the safety symbols defined in Table 1.

Table 1. Safety Symbols

Symbol Meaning Description

Caution Performing or omitting a specific action may

result in equipment damage or loss of data.

Warning Performing or omitting a specific action may

result in electrical shock.

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Where to Find Web-based Guides

The installation and user guides for all Allied Telesis products are available
in portable document form (PDF) on our web site.

Go to http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software and enter the

model number of your product in the “Search by Product” field. You can
view the documents online or download them onto a local workstation or
server.

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Contacting Allied Telesis

This section provides Allied Telesis contact information for technical

support as well as sales and corporate information.

Online Support You can request technical support online by accessing the Allied Telesis
Knowledge Base: www.alliedtelesis.com/support/kb.aspx. You can use
the Knowledge Base to submit questions to our technical support staff and
review answers to previously asked questions.

Email and For Technical Support via email or telephone, refer to the Support &
Telephone Services section of the Allied Telesis web site: www.alliedtelesis.com.
Select your country from the list displayed on the website. then select the
Support appropriate menu tab.

Warranty For the AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch hardware warranty
information, refer to the Allied Telesis web site: www.alliedtelesis.com/
support/warranty.

Returning Products for return or repair must first be assigned a return materials
Products authorization (RMA) number. A product sent to Allied Telesis without an
RMA number will be returned to the sender at the sender’s expense.

To obtain an RMA number, contact the Allied Telesis Technical Support

group at our web site: www.alliedtelesis.com/support/rma. Select your
country from the list displayed on the website. Then select the appropriate
menu tab.

Sales or You can contact Allied Telesis for sales or corporate information through
Corporate our web site: www.alliedtelesis.com. To find the contact information for
your country, select Contact Us -> Worldwide Contacts.
Information

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Management Software Updates

New releases of management software for our managed products are

available from either of the following Internet sites:

ˆ Allied Telesis web site: www.alliedtelesis.com

ˆ Allied Telesis FTP server: ftp://ftp.alliedtelesis.com

If you prefer to download new software from the Allied Telesis FTP server
from your workstation’s command prompt, you will need FTP client
software and you must log in to the server. Enter “anonymous” for the user
name and your email address for the password.

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Preface

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Chapter 1

Overview

The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch is designed to simplify

the task of creating or expanding an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network.

This chapter contains the follows sections:

ˆ “Features” on page 18
ˆ “Front and Back Panels” on page 19
ˆ “Ports” on page 20
ˆ “Eco-friendly Switch” on page 21
ˆ “LEDs” on page 22
ˆ “Power Supply” on page 26
ˆ “Ethernet Switching Basics” on page 27

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Features

The features of the AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch include:

ˆ 48 Auto-Negotiating 10/100Base-T twisted pair ports with RJ-45

connectors
ˆ Two uplink combo ports that consist of two 10/100/1000Base-T twisted
pair ports and two Gigabit small form-factor pluggable (SFP) ports
ˆ Store and Forward switching supports line rates of:
– 1,480,000 pps (1000 MB/sec)
– 148,000 pps (100 MB/sec)
– 14,800 pps (10 MB/sec)
ˆ Non-Blocking Full-Wire speed switching on all packet sizes
ˆ MAC address table capacity of up to 8K addresses with automatic
aging
ˆ IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u compliant
ˆ IEEE 802.3x supports”
– Flow Control in full-duplex operation
– Back Pressure in half-duplex operation
– Auto MDI/MDI-X on all twisted pair ports
(including combo ports)
ˆ Eco-friendly switch for enabling/disabling port LEDs and for resetting
switch
ˆ Minimizes transmit signal power on each GE port based on the
specific cable length to the end point
ˆ Each port assumes low power mode when link goes down
ˆ Installation on desktop, mounted on the wall, and mounted in a 19”
rack.
ˆ Fan-less design for quiet operation
ˆ Front panel LEDs for unit and port status
ˆ Web-based configuration using the AT-S105 Management software

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Front and Back Panels

Figure 1 illustrates the front and back panels of the AT-FS750/48 Fast
Ethernet WebSmart switch.

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48 Port 10/100 Mbps WebSmart Switch with 2 Combo SFP Ports

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System LEDs 10/100Base-T Twisted Pair Ports SFP Ports

eco-friendly Switch 10/100/1000Base-T Twisted Pair Ports

50-60Hz

100-240VAC~

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AC Power

Figure 1. AT-FS750/48 Front and Back Panels

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Ports

The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch features 48 10/100/

Base-T twisted pair ports, two combination twisted pair/SFP ports. See the
following sections for more information:
ˆ “Twisted Pair Ports,” next
ˆ “Uplink Combo Ports,” next
Twisted Pair Ports 1-48 on the AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch are are
Ports capable of 10 megabits per second (Mbps) and 100 Mbps speeds and are
10Base-T and 100Base-TX compliant.The twisted pair ports feature 8-pin
RJ-45 connectors.For the port pinouts, refer to “Connectors and Port
Pinouts” on page 55.)

The ports are IEEE 802.3u Auto-Negotiation compliant. With Auto-

Negotiation, the switch automatically matches the highest possible
common speed between each switch port and each end node. For
example, if an end node is capable of only 100 Mbps, the switch sets the
port connected to the end node to 100 Mbps.

Each twisted pair port on the switch can operate in either half- or full-
duplex mode. The twisted pair ports are IEEE 802.3u-compliant and Auto-
Negotiate the duplex mode setting.

Note
For the switch to set the duplex mode for each port correctly, the
end nodes that you connect to the switch ports must be configured
for Auto-Negotiation. Otherwise, a duplex mode mismatch can
occur, affecting network performance. For further information, refer
to “Duplex Mode” on page 28.

Each twisted pair port has a maximum operating distance of 100 m

(328 feet). For 10 Mbps operation, Category 3 or better 100 ohm shielded
or unshielded twisted pair cabling is required. For 100 or 1000 Mbps
operation, Category 5 and Enhanced Category 5 (5E) 100 ohm shielded
or unshielded twisted pair cabling is required.

The twisted pair ports are auto-MDI. They automatically configure

themselves as either MDI or MDI-X. This feature allows you to use straight
through or crossover twisted pair cables to connect devices to the ports.

Uplink Combo The two uplink combo ports (ports 49 and 50) consist of an SFP port and a
Ports redundant twisted-pair port. The SFP ports support fiber optic connectivity
at 100FX and 1000 SX/LX, while the twisted pair ports support 10/100/
1000Base-T. If both ports of a combo pair are connected to the network,
traffic is switched through the SFP port and the corresponding twisted pair
port acts a redundant port in case of failure.

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Eco-friendly Switch

The eco-friendly switch on the front panel is multifunctional and shown in

Figure 2. It may be used to conserve power by turning off the port/POE
LEDs, reset the switch, or reset the switch configuration to the factory
default settings. The switch functions are described in Table 2.

Figure 2. Eco-friendly Switch

Table 2. Eco-friendly Switch Functions

Action Results

Momentarily press the Enable or disable all front panel LEDs with the
switch. exception of the POWER LED which remains
active at all times.

Hold the switch down for Reset the switch.

more than 5 seconds, but
less than 10 seconds.

Hold the switch down for Reset the switch and reset the configuration to
more than 10 seconds. the factory default settings.

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LEDs

The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch provides the following

LEDs:

ˆ “Power LED,” next

ˆ “10/100Base-T Port LEDs” on page 23
ˆ “10/100/1000Base-T Port LEDs” on page 24
ˆ “SFP LEDs” on page 25

Power LED The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch has a Power LED, as
shown in Figure 3 and described in Table 3.

Figure 3. Power LED

Table 3. Power LED Description

State Description

Solid Green The switch is powered up and operating normally.

Blinking Green The switch is starting up, performing a self-test, or

downloading software.

Solid Amber The power on self-test failed.

Off The switch is powered off.

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10/100Base-T Ports 1 through 48 each have two LEDs as shown in Figure 4 and
Port LEDs described in Figure 4.

Figure 4. 10/100Base-T Port LEDs

Table 4. 10/100Base-T Port LEDs

LED State Description

Solid Green A valid link has been established on the port.

L/A Blinking The port is transmitting or receiving data.

Green

Off No link is established on the port.

100M Solid Green A valid 100 Mbps link is established between

the port and the end node.

Off A valid 10 Mbps link is established between

the port and the end node.

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10/100/1000Base- The LEDs for the 10/100/1000Base-T ports, ports 49 and 50, are shown in
T Port LEDs Figure 5 and described in Table 5.

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Figure 5. 10/100/1000Base-T Port LEDs

Table 5. 10/100/1000Base-T Port LEDs Description

LED State Description

Solid Green A valid link has been established on the port.

L/A Blinking The port is transmitting or receiving data.

Green

Off No link is established on the port.

Solid Green A valid 1000 Mbps link is established

between the uplink port and the end node.

SPD Solid Amber A valid 100 Mbps link is established between

the uplink port and the end node.

Off A valid 10 Mbps link is established between

the uplink port and the end node.

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SFP LEDs Each SFP port, ports 49and 50, has one LED as shown in Figure 6 and
described in Table 6.

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Figure 6. SFP LED

Table 6. SFP LED Description

LED State Description

Solid Green A valid link has been established on the

port.

L/A Blinking The port is transmitting or receiving data.

Green

Off No link is established on the port.

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Power Supply

The switch has an internal power supply with a single AC power supply
socket on the back panel. To power the switch on or off, connect or
disconnect the power cord provided with the switch.

Note
For the power requirements, refer to “Power Specifications” on
page 53.

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Ethernet Switching Basics

An Ethernet switch interconnects network devices, such as workstations,

printers, routers, and other Ethernet switches, so that they can
communicate with each other by sending and receiving Ethernet frames.

MAC Address Every hardware device on your network has a unique MAC address. This
Table address is assigned to the device by the device’s manufacturer. For
example, when you install a Network Interface Card (NIC) in a computer
so that you can connect it to the network, the NIC already has a MAC
address assigned to it by its manufacturer.

The MAC address table in the AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart

switch can store up to 8K MAC addresses. The switch uses the table to
store the MAC addresses of the network end nodes connected to the
ports, along with the port number on which each address was learned.

A switch learns the MAC addresses of the end nodes by examining the
source address of each packet received on a port and adding. It adds the
address and port on which the packet was received into the MAC table if
the address does not already exist. The result is a table that contains all
the MAC addresses of the network devices connected to the switch’s
ports, and the port number where each address was learned.

When the switch receives a packet, it also examines the destination

address and, by referring to its MAC address table, determines the port on
which the destination end node is connected. Then it forwards the packet
to the appropriate port and on to the end node. This increases network
bandwidth by limiting each frame to the appropriate port when the
intended end node is located, freeing the other switch ports for receiving
and transmitting data.

If the switch receives a packet with a destination address that is not in the
MAC address table, it floods the packet to all of the ports on the switch. If
the ports have been grouped into virtual LANs, the switch floods the
packet only to those ports which belong to the same VLAN as the port on
which the packet was received. This prevents packets from being
forwarded into inappropriate LAN segments, decreasing network security.
When the destination end node responds, the switch adds its MAC
address and port number to the table.

If the switch receives a packet with a destination address that is on the

same port on which the packet was received, it discards the packet without
forwarding it on to any port. Since both the source end node and the
destination end node for the packet are located on the same port on the
switch, there is no reason for the switch to forward the packet.

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Duplex Mode Duplex mode refers to how an end node receives and transmits data. If an
end node can receive or transmit data, but not both simultaneously, it is
operating in what is referred to as half-duplex mode. If an end node can
both receive and transmit data simultaneously, the end node is operating
in full-duplex mode. Naturally, an end node capable of operating in full-
duplex can handle data much faster than an end node that can only
operate in half-duplex mode.

The twisted pair ports on the AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart

switch can operate in either half-or full-duplex mode. They are IEEE
802.3u-compliant and you can set them to Auto-Negotiation.

For Auto-Negotiation to operate properly on a switch, the end nodes

connected to the switch should also use Auto-Negotiation. If an end node
does not have this feature and has a fixed duplex mode of full-duplex, the
result is a duplex mode mismatch between the end node and a switch
port. A port on the Fast Ethernet switch connected to an end node with a
fixed duplex mode of full-duplex operates at only half-duplex. This results
in the end node using full-duplex and the switch port using half-duplex.
This can produce network performance problems. If you encounter this
situation, you must configure the port on the end node to use Auto-
Negotiation or, if it lacks that feature, to half-duplex.

Store and The switch uses store and forward as the method for receiving and
Forward transmitting frames. When a Ethernet frame is received on a switch port,
the switch does not retransmit the frame out the destination port until it has
received the entire frame and stored the frame in a port buffer. It then
examines the frame to determine if it is a valid frame. Invalid frames, such
as fragments or runts, are discarded by the switch. This ensures that only
valid frames are transmitted out the switch ports and that damaged frames
are not propagated on your network.

Back Pressure To maintain the orderly movement of data between the end nodes, an
and Flow Control Ethernet switch may periodically need to signal an end node to stop
sending data. This can occur under several circumstances. For example, if
two end nodes are operating at different speeds, the switch, while
transferring data between the end nodes, might need to instruct the faster
end node to stop transmitting data to allow the slower end node to catch
up. An example of this would be when a server operating at 100 Mbps is
sending data to a workstation operating at only 10 Mbps.

How a switch signals an end node to stop transmitting data differs

depending on the speed and duplex mode of the end node and switch
port. A twisted pair port operating at 100 Mbps and half-duplex mode
stops an end node from transmitting data by forcing a collision. A collision
on an Ethernet network occurs when two end nodes attempt to transmit
data using the same data link at the same time. A collision causes end
nodes to stop sending data. When the switch needs to stop a 100 Mbps,
half-duplex end node from transmitting data, it forces a collision on the

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data link, which stops the end node. When the switch is ready to receive
data again, the switch stops forcing collisions. This is referred to as back
pressure.

A port operating at 100 Mbps and full-duplex mode uses PAUSE frames,
as specified in the IEEE 802.3x standard, to stop the transmission of data
from an end node. Whenever the switch wants an end node to stop
transmitting data, it issues this frame. The frame instructs the end node to
cease transmission. The switch continues to issue PAUSE frames until it is
ready again to receive data from the end node. This is referred to as flow
control.

The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch supports both transmit

(TX) and receive (RX) flow control.

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Chapter 2

Installation

This guide provides the hardware installation instructions for your

AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch as well as how to start a
management session with the AT-S105 management software. This
preface contains the following sections:“Reviewing Safety Precautions” on
page 32

ˆ “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 32

ˆ “Selecting a Site for the Switch” on page 35
ˆ “Cable Specifications” on page 36
ˆ “Unpacking the Switch” on page 37
ˆ “Installing the Switch on a Desktop” on page 38
ˆ “Installing the Switch on a Wall” on page 39
ˆ “Installing the Switch in a Rack” on page 42
ˆ “Installing an SFP Transceiver” on page 44
ˆ “Cabling and Powering On the Switch” on page 46
ˆ “Starting a Management Session” on page 49

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Reviewing Safety Precautions

Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install
the switch.

Note
The  indicates that a translation of the safety statement is
available on the Allied Telesis website.

Go to http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software. Select
“Switches” under Product Category and this product under Product
Name. You can view this document online or download it onto a
local workstation or server.

Warning: Class 1 Laser product.  L1

Warning: Do not stare into the laser beam.  L2

Warning: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover.

No user-serviceable parts inside. This unit contains hazardous
voltages and should only be opened by a trained and qualified
technician. To avoid the possibility of electric shock, disconnect
electric power to the product before connecting or disconnecting
the LAN cables.  E1

Warning: Do not work on equipment or cables during periods of

lightning activity.  E2

Warning: Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-

energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.  E3

Warning: Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed.

The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth
ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet could
place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts.  E4

Pluggable Equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near

the equipment and shall be easily accessible.  E5

Caution: Air vents must not be blocked and must have free
access to the room ambient air for cooling.  E6

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Warning: Operating Temperature. This product is designed for a

maximum ambient temperature of 40° degrees C.  E7

All Countries: Install product in accordance with local and

National Electrical Codes.  E8

Warning: As a safety precaution, install a circuit breaker with a

minimum value of 15 Amps between the equipment and the DC
power source.

Always connect the wires to the LAN equipment first before you
connect the wires to the circuit breaker. Do not work with HOT
feeds to avoid the danger of physical injury from electrical shock.
Always be sure that the circuit breaker is in the OFF position
before connecting the wires to the breaker. E9

Caution: The attached mounting brackets must be used to

securely mount the device on the wall.  E15

Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the

connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect
that overloading of circuits might have on over current protection
and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment
nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this
concern.  E21

Warning: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such

that a hazardous condition is not created due to uneven
mechanical loading.  E25

If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating

ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater
than the room ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration
should be given to installing the equipment in an environment
compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient
temperature (Tmra).  E35

Caution: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such

that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the
equipment is not compromised.  E36

Warning: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should

be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply
connections other than direct connections to the branch circuits
(e.g., use of power strips).  E37

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Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the PoE ports on

this product must not connect to cabling that is routed outside
the building where this device is located.  E40

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Selecting a Site for the Switch

Observe the following requirements when choosing a site for your switch:

ˆ If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, ensure that the
rack is safely secured and that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack
should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices
near the bottom of the rack.
ˆ If you are installing the switch on a table, ensure that the table is level
and secure.
ˆ The power outlet for the switch should be located near the unit and
should be easily accessible.
ˆ The site should provide for easy access to the ports on the front of the
switch. This makes it easy for you to connect and disconnect cables,
as well as view the switch’s LEDs.
ˆ To allow proper cooling of the switch, air flow around the unit and
through its vents on the side and rear should not be restricted.
ˆ Do not place objects on top of the switch.
ˆ Do not expose the switch to moisture or water.
ˆ Ensure that the site is a dust-free environment.
ˆ Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable
electrical power to the network devices.

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Cable Specifications

Twisted Pair Table 7 contains the cabling specifications for the twisted pair ports.
Ports
Table 7. Twisted Pair Cabling and Distances

Maximum
Speed Type of Cable Operating
Distance

10 Mbps Category 3 or better 100-ohm shielded or 100 m (328 ft)

unshielded twisted pair cable

100 Mbps Category 5 or Category 5E (Enhanced) 100- 100 m (328 ft)

ohm shielded or unshielded twisted pair cable

1000 Mbps Category 5 and Category 5E (Enhanced) 100- 100 m (328 ft)
ohm shielded or unshielded twisted pair cable

Note
The twisted pair ports on the switch feature auto-MDI when
operating at 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps. Each port is individually
configured as MDI or MDI-X when connected to an end node.
Consequently, you can use either a straight-through or crossover
twisted pair cable when connecting any network device to a twisted
pair port on the switch.

SFP Ports Refer to the specific Allied Telesis SFP data sheet for the cable
specifications for the your installation.

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Unpacking the Switch

To unpack the switch, perform the following procedure:

1. Remove all components from the shipping package.

Note
Store the packaging material in a safe location. You must use the
original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied
Telesis.

2. Place the switch on a level, secure surface.

3. Ensure that the following hardware components are included in your

switch package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied
Telesis sales representative for assistance.

One AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch and the following:

ˆ Mounting brackets - 2 pieces (1set)
ˆ Rack mounting screws - 8 pieces (for bracket to device)
ˆ Rack Mounting screws - 4 pieces (for bracket to rack)
ˆ Wall mounting anchors - 4 pieces
ˆ Wall mounting screws - 4 pieces
ˆ Rubber feet - 4 pieces
ˆ One power cord

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Installing the Switch on a Desktop

To install the switch on a desktop, perform the following procedure:

1. Remove all equipment from the package and store the packaging
material in a safe place.

2. Turn the switch over and attach the four rubber feet to the bottom of
the switch as shown in Figure 7.

48 Port 10/100 Mbps WebSmart Switch with 2 Combo SFP Ports

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1734

Figure 7. Attaching the Rubber Feet

3. Turn the switch over again and place it on a flat, secure surface (such
as a desk or table) leaving ample space around the unit for ventilation.

4. If you plan to install SFP transceiver modules, go to the next step at

“Installing an SFP Transceiver” on page 44. Otherwise, your next step
is “Cabling and Powering On the Switch” on page 46.

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Installing the Switch on a Wall

The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch can be mounted

vertically on a wall using the two mounting brackets, screws, and anchors
provided in the accessory kit.

Note
The plastic anchors used for wall mounting the switch are intended
for installation in walls made of sheetrock or concrete materials.

To wall-mount the switch, perform the following procedure:

1. Place the unit on a level, secure surface.

2. Attach a mounting bracket to one side of the switch using four Phillips
head rack mount bracket screws that come with the switch, as shown
in Figure 8.

48 Po
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0 Mbps
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WebS
mart
Switc
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2 Comb
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Ports

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Figure 8. Attaching Brackets for Wall Mounting

3. Install the second mounting bracket on the other side of the switch
using the four remaining Phillips head rack mount bracket screws.

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4. Install four plastic anchors into the wall.

Drill holes in the wall so that they are level with each other and spaced
as shown in Figure 9.

Each hole must be 0.635 mm (0.25 in) in diameter.

465mm (18.3in)

31.75 (1.25in) 0.635mm DIA

(0.25in)

Figure 9. Positioning and Drilling Holes for Wall Installation

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5. Position the switch on the wall and fasten with four screws, as
illustrated in Figure 10 on page 41.

48
Po
rt
10
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Mb
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We
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Sw
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2
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Figure 10. Positioning the Switch onto the Wall with Mounting Screws

6. If you plan to install SFP transceiver modules, go to “Installing an SFP

Transceiver” on page 44. Otherwise, your next step is “Cabling and
Powering On the Switch” on page 46.

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Installing the Switch in a Rack

To install the switch in a rack, perform the following procedure:

Note
The rack mount screws are not provided.

1. If attached, remove the rubber feet using a flat-head screwdriver as

shown in Figure 11.

Figure 11. Removing Feet from Switch

2. Install a bracket on one side of the switch using a Phillips screwdriver

and three of the rack-mount screws included with the switch. Figure 12
shows how to mount the brackets on the switch.

48 Po
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0 Mbps
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WebS
ma rt Sw
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mbo SF
P Ports

1735

Figure 12. Attaching the Rack-Mount Bracket

3. Repeat step 2 to attach the remaining bracket to the other side of the
switch.

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4. Mount the switch on a 19-inch rack, as shown in Figure 13.

48 Po
rt 10/10
0 Mbps
1714
WebS
mart
Switc
h with
2 Comb
o SFP
Ports

1736

Figure 13. Mounting the Switch on the Rack

5. If you plan to install SFP transceiver modules, go to the next step at

“Installing an SFP Transceiver” on page 44. Otherwise, your next step
will be “Cabling and Powering On the Switch” on page 46.

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Installing an SFP Transceiver

The AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch has four SFP combo
ports. Perform this procedure before “Cabling and Powering On the
Switch” on page 46.

To install an SFP transceiver, perform the following procedure:

Note
The transceiver can be hot-swapped; you do not need to power off
the switch to install a transceiver. However, always remove the
cables before removing the transceiver.

Note
You must install the transceiver before you connect cables to it.

1. Remove the transceiver from its shipping container and store the
packaging material in a safe location.

2. Remove the dust plug from the SFP slot, as shown in Figure 14.

48 Po
rt 10/1
00 Mbp
s Web
1714
Smar
t Switc
h with
2 Com
bo SF
P Ports

1737

Figure 14. Removing the Dust Plug from the SFP Slot

3. Locate the label on the transceiver and turn it so that the label is on top
and the alignment groove is on the bottom.

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4. Slide the SFP transceiver into an SFP slot on the switch, as shown in
Figure 15.

48 Po
rt 10/1
00 Mbp
s Web
1714
Smar
t Switc
h with
2 Com
bo SF
P Ports

1738

Figure 15. Inserting the SFP Transceiver

5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 if you are installing a second SFP

transceiver.

Note
SFP transceivers are dust sensitive. When a fiber optic cable is not
installed, or when you store the SFP transceiver, always keep the
plug in the optical bores. When you do remove the plug, keep it for
future use. Refer to “Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors” on page 57 if
fiber connections require cleaning.

Note
Unnecessary removal and insertion of an SFP transceiver can lead
to premature failure.

For information about cabling for the SFP transceiver, consult the
documentation that was shipped with the SFP transceiver.

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Cabling and Powering On the Switch

Connecting the To connect the twisted cables to the RJ-45 ports on the AT-FS750/48 Fast
Twisted Pair Ethernet WebSmart switch, perform the following procedure:
Cables Note
If you plan to configure a redundant data path, make sure that the
Spanning Tree feature is enabled via the AT-S105 Management
Software before connecting the ethernet cables for your secondary
network connections.

1. Plug the twisted pair data cables to the RJ-45 ports on the switch, as
shown in Figure 16.

1741

Figure 16. Connecting the Twisted Pair Data Cables

When connecting a twisted pair cable to a port, observe the following

guidelines:

ˆ An RJ-45 connector should fit snugly into the port on the switch.
The tab on the connector should lock the connector into place.
ˆ The ports on the switch are auto-MDI/MDI-X. You can use either a
straight-through or crossover twisted pair cable to connect any
type of network device to a port on the switch.
ˆ The network should not contain data loops, which can adversely
affect network performance. A data loop exists when two or more
network devices can communicate with each other over more than
one data path.

2. Connect the other end of the twisted pair cable to a port in the end
node.

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Connecting the To connect a fiber optic cable to an SFP transceiver installed in the AT-
Fiber Optic FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch, perform the following
procedure:
Cables
Note
If you plan to configure a redundant data path, make sure that the
Spanning Tree feature is enabled via the AT-S105 Management
Software before connecting the ethernet cables for your secondary
network connections.

1. Remove the dust plug from the SFP transceiver, as shown in

Figure 17.

48 Po
rt 10/1
00 Mbp
s Web
1714
Smar
t Switc
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2 Com
bo SF
P Ports

1739

Figure 17. Removing the Dust Plug from the SFP Transceiver

2. Connect the fiber optic cable to the SFP port, as shown in Figure 18.

48 Po
rt 10/1
00 Mbp
s Web
1714
Smar
t Switc
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2 Com
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Figure 18. Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable

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Powering On the To power on the switch, perform the following procedure:

Switch
1. Plug the power cord into the AC power connector on the back of the
switch, as shown in Figure 19.

50-
60H
z

100
-24
0VA
C~

1727

Figure 19. Plugging in the AC Power Cord

2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall outlet.

3. Verify that the POWER LED is green. If the LED is off, refer to
Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting” on page 51.

The switch is now powered on and ready for network operations. To

start a local management session on the switch, refer to “Starting a
Management Session” on page 49. For more information about staring
a remote management session, see the AT-S105 Management
Software User’s Guide.

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Starting a Management Session

To start a local management session on an AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet

WebSmart switch, perform the following procedure:

1. In a web browser address box, enter the following IP address:

192.168.1.1

The main page for the AT-S105 management software is shown in

Figure 20.

Figure 20. AT-S105 Management Software Main Page

Because the switch initially has no login or password protection, follow

the instructions in the AT-S105 Management Software User’s Guide to
change the IP address and add administrative users.

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Chapter 3

Troubleshooting

This chapter contains information on how to troubleshoot the switch in the

event that a problem occurs.

Note
If you need further assistance, please contact Allied Telesis
Technical Support. Refer to “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 14.

Check the POWER LED on the front of the switch. If the LED is off,
indicating that the unit is not receiving power, do the following:

ˆ Ensure that the power cord is securely connected to the power source
and to the AC connector on the back panel of the switch.
ˆ Verify that the power outlet has power by connecting another device
to it.
ˆ Try connecting the unit to another power source.
ˆ Try using a different power cord.
ˆ Verify that the voltage from the power source is within the required
levels for your region.

Verify that the LINK/ACT LED for each port is ON. If a LINK/ACT LED is
OFF, do the following:

ˆ Verify that the end node connected to the port is powered on and is
operating properly.
ˆ Verify that the twisted pair cable is securely connected to the port on
the switch and to the port on the end node.
ˆ Ensure that the twisted pair cable does not exceed 100 meters (328
feet).
ˆ Verify that you are using the appropriate category of twisted pair
cable:
– Category 3 or better for 10 Mbps operation
– Category 5 and Category 5E for 100 and 1000
Mbps operation.

Note
A 1000Base connection may require five to ten seconds to establish
a link.

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Appendix A

Technical Specifications

Physical Specifications

Dimensions (W x D x H): 440 mm x 257 mm x 43.2 mm

(17.32 in x 10.12 in x 1.70 in)

Weight: 3.79 kg (8.35 lbs)

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature: 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F)

Storage Temperature: -25° C to 70° C (-13° F to 158° F)

Operating Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing

Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing

Operating Altitude Range: Up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft)

Power Specifications

Input Supply Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption: < 54 Watts

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Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications

EMI/RFI: FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A,

CISPR Class A

Immunity: EN55024

Electrical Safety: EN60950-1 (TUV), UL60950-1 (cULus)

Quality and Reliability: MTBF > 380,000 Hours

Safety Agency Approvals:cULus, TUV, C-TICK, CE

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Connectors and Port Pinouts

This section lists the connectors and connector pinouts for the
AT-FS750/48 Fast Ethernet WebSmart switch and its components.

Figure 21 illustrates the pin layout for an RJ-45 connector and port.

8 8
1 1

Figure 21. RJ-45 Connector and Port Pin Layout

Table 8 lists the RJ-45 pin signals when a twisted pair port is operating in
the MDI configuration.

Table 8. MDI Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX)

Pin Signal

1 TX+
2 TX-
3 RX+
6 RX-

Table 9 lists the RJ-45 port pin signals when a twisted pair port is
operating in the MDI-X configuration.

Table 9. MDI-X Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX)

Pin Signal

1 RX+
2 RX-
3 TX+
6 TX-

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Table 10 lists the RJ-45 connector pins and their signals when a
1000Base-T port is operating at 1000 Mbps.

Table 10. RJ-45 1000Base-T Connector Pinouts

Pin Pair Signal

1 1 TX and RX+
2 1 TX and RX-
3 2 TX and RX+
4 3 TX and RX+
5 3 TX and RX-
6 2 TX and RX-
7 4 TX and RX+
8 4 TX and RX-

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Appendix B

Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors

The fiber optic connector consists of a fiber optic plug and its adapter. The
end of the fiber optic cable is held in the core of the ferrule in the plug.
Light signals are transmitted through the core of the fiber. Even minor
smudges or dirt on the end face of the fiber, completely invisible to the
naked eye, can disrupt light transmission and lead to failure of the
component or of the entire system. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to
clean all fiber optic connectors before use.

Figure 22 shows the ferrule in an SC connector.

177

Ferrule

Figure 22. Ferrule in an SC Connector Plug

Figure 23 shows part of the end face of an unclean and clean ferrule.

156

Unclean Clean

Figure 23. Unclean and Clean Ferrule

This appendix provides the following procedures

ˆ “Using a Cartridge-Type Cleaner” on page 58

ˆ “Using a Swab” on page 60

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Using a Cartridge-Type Cleaner

Fiber optic cartridge cleaners are available from many vendors and are
typically called “cartridge cleaners,” as shown in Figure 24.

TAWipi tion
A
PEng
c
re
Di
PUSH OPEN

Figure 24. Cartridge Cleaner

Note
Do not use compressed air or aerosol air to clean a fiber optic
connector.

To clean a fiber optic connector using a cartridge cleaner, perform the

following procedure.

2. With one hand, hold the cartridge cleaner and push the lever on the
cleaning cartridge in the direction of the arrow to expose the cleaning
surface, as shown in Figure 25.

3. Place the ferrule tip on the exposed cleaning surface and rub the
ferrule in a downward direction, as shown in Figure 25.

Figure 25. Rubbing the Ferrule Tip on the Cleaning Surface

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Note
Rub the ferrule tip on the cleaning surface in one direction only.

4. When you reach the end of the cleaning surface, pick up the ferrule tip,
rotate and place it at the top and rub downwards at least 2 times.

Caution
Failing to pick up the ferrule tip when you reach the bottom of the
cleaning surface can result in static electricity that can damage the
fiber optic cable.

5. If desired, repeat steps 3 and 4.

6. If a fiber inspection scope is available, use the scope to inspect the

ferrule end face to make sure that it is clean.

7. Reconnect the cable to the port or protect the ferrule tip with a dust
cap.

Note
Always keep a dust cap on a fiber optic cable when it is not in use.

Note
Do not touch the end face of the ferrule in the connector.

Warning: Do not stare into the laser beam.  2

Warning: Do not look directly at the fiber optic cable ends or

inspect the cable ends with an optical lens.  31

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Using a Swab

Specially treated swabs (stick cleaners) are available for cleaning inside
connector adapters or hard-to-reach ferrule tips. These swabs, often
referred to as “lint free” or “alcohol free” swabs, are available from many
vendors, as shown in Figure 26. Stick cleaners are available in both 2.5
mm and 1.25 mm sizes for use on SC and MU connectors respectively.

Note
NEVER use a household cotton swab and/or alcohol to clean a fiber
optic connector. This may leave a residue on the ferrule tip.

Figure 26. Lint-Free and Alcohol-Free Swabs

Note
Do not use compressed air or aerosol air to clean a fiber optic
connector.

To clean a recessed ferrule using a swab, perform the following

procedure.

1. Insert the swab into the adapter as shown in Figure 25 and rub the
ferrule tip with the swab.

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Figure 27. Cleaning a Recessed Ferrule

2. If desired, repeat step 1.

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3. If a fiber inspection scope is available, use the scope to inspect the

connector to make sure that it is clean and to check for scratches, pits,
or other problems that may affect performance.

Note
Always keep a dust cap on a fiber optic cable when it is not in use.

Note
Do not touch the end face of the ferrule in the connector.

Warning: Do not stare into the laser beam.  2

Warning: Do not look directly at the fiber optic cable ends or

inspect the cable ends with an optical lens.  31

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