Advantech EKI-2541M/SC, User Manual

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EKI-2541(BE) User Manual 2
1.1 Overview
The EKI-2541M/2541S is a cost-effective solution for the converting between 10/
100Base-TX and 100Base-FX cabling, it allows you to extend the cabling distance of
your 100Base-FX network up to 2 kilometers for multi-mode fiber or 30 kilometers for
single-mode fiber. The Fast Fiber Converter module gives you the option to choose
from the most popular fiber cabling connectors: SC multi-mode and single-mode con -
nector.
1.1.1 Fast Fiber Converters Module
The EKI-2541M/2541S provides you with one Fiber connector for your fiber optic
cable and one Ethernet RJ-45 port (Auto MDI/MDIX) for your 100Base-TX copper
cable connection. There are four DIP-switches to set the operation mode for UTP,
Fiber ports and Link Fault Pass-Through function.
1.1.2 Dual Power Input
EKI-2541M/2541S redundant power input design is with power reserve protection to
prevent the switch device broken by wrong power wiring. When one of power input is
fail, P-Fail LED will turn on and send an alarm through a relay output for notifying
user.
1.1.3 Flexible Mounting
EKI-2541M/2541S is extremely compact (30 x 140 x 95 mm) and can be mounted on
a DIN-rail or a panel, so it is suitable for any space-constrained environment.
1.1.4 Advanced Protection
EKI-2541M/2541S supports up to 3,000 V
DC
surge protection for power line, and also
supports 4000 V ESD for Ethernet ports. With these 2 strong protections, it can
secure equipment against unregulated voltage and make systems safer and more
reliable. Further, EKI-2541M/2541S provides currency overload protection with a
resettable fuse to ensure that the device component won’t be damaged by overload
current.
1.1.5 Wide Operating Temperature
The operating temperature of the EKI-2541M/2541S is between -40 ~ 75 °C (wide
operating temperature model) or -10 ~ 60 °C (standard model). With such a wide
range, you can use the EKI-2541M/2541S in some of the harshest industrial environ -
ments that exist.
1.1.6 Easy Troubleshooting
LED indicators make troubleshooting quick and easy. The 10/100 Base-TX port has 2
LEDs that display the link status, transmission speed and collision status. Also the
three power indicators P1, P2 and P-Fail help you diagnose immediately.