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613-002801 Rev A

MMC10G Series

Layer 1 Mini Media Converters

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MMC10GSP/SP

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MMC10GT/SP

Installation Guide

Summary of Contents for MMC10G Series

Page 1: ...613 002801 Rev A MMC10G Series Layer 1 Mini Media Converters MMC10GSP SP MMC10GT SP Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ...respective owners Allied Telesis Inc reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior written notice The information provided herein is subject to change without notice In no event shall Allied Telesis Inc be liable for any incidental special indirect or consequential damages whatsoever including but not limited to lost profits ari...

Page 3: ...ent 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 a...

Page 4: ...1000 3 3 Electrical Safety EN60950 1 TUV UL 60950 1 CULUS UL62368 1 EN62368 1 CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 Warning Laser Safety EN60825 L7 Translated Safety Statements Important Safety statements that have the symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document at www alliedtelesis com library Remarque Les consignes de sécurité portant le symbole sont traduites d...

Page 5: ...ia Converter Configuration 29 SML Example Scenarios with Connection Down in Two Media Converters Configuration 30 Enabling SML 31 Guidelines to the LED Modes 31 External AC DC Power Adapter 32 Resetting the Media Converter 33 Chapter 2 Beginning the Installation 35 Reviewing Safety Precautions 36 Selecting a Site for the Media Converter 38 Planning the Installation 39 Unpacking the Media Converter...

Page 6: ... the Network Cables 56 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 59 Appendix A Technical Specifications 63 Physical Specifications 63 Environmental Specifications 64 Power Specifications 64 Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications 64 RJ45 Connector and Port Pinouts 65 ...

Page 7: ...One Media Converter Configuration 29 Figure 13 SML with Copper Connection Down in Two Media Converters Configuration 30 Figure 14 SML with Fiber Connection Down in Two Media Converters Configuration 30 Figure 15 SML and Loopback DIP Switch 31 Figure 16 Shipping Package Contents 41 Figure 17 MMCWLMT Kit with Brackets 42 Figure 18 MMCR18 Rack mount Chassis 43 Figure 19 MMCTRAY6 Tray 43 Figure 20 Att...

Page 8: ...List of Figures 8 ...

Page 9: ...he MMC10GSP SP Model 25 Table 6 DIP Switches for the MMC10GT SP Model 26 Table 7 DIP Switches for the MMC10GSP SP Model 26 Table 8 Twisted Pair Port Cabling Specifications 39 Table 9 MMCWLMT Kit Contents 48 Table 10 Physical Specifications 63 Table 11 Environmental Specifications 64 Table 12 Power Specifications 64 Table 13 Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications 64 Table 14 Pin Signal...

Page 10: ...List of Tables 10 ...

Page 11: ...ce contains the following sections Symbol Conventions on page 12 Contacting Allied Telesis on page 13 This guide contains the installation instructions for the following Layer 1 Mini Media Converters MMC10GSP SP MMC10GT SP ...

Page 12: ...ons inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury Warning Laser warnings inform you that an eye and skin hazard exists due to the presence of a Class 1 laser device ...

Page 13: ...about Return Merchandise Authorizations RMAs and contact Allied Telesis technical experts USA and EMEA phone support Select the phone number that best fits your location and customer type Hardware warranty information Learn about Allied Telesis warranties and register your product online Replacement Services Submit an RMA request via our interactive support center Documentation View the most recen...

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Page 15: ...ntains the following sections Introduction on page 16 Front and Back Panels on page 17 Port Specifications on page 18 Features on page 19 LED Modes on page 27 External AC DC Power Adapter on page 32 Resetting the Media Converter on page 33 ...

Page 16: ...ollowing models MMC10GSP SP MMC10GT SP The MMC10GSP SP is a fiber mode converter and can be used for fiber extension The MMC10GT SP is a copper to fiber converter which can be used in Telecom or Enterprise applications where 10 Gigabit media conversion and fiber extension is required Note The MMC10G Series converters can support 1Gbps and 10Gbps speeds but as a layer 1 device cannot perform speed ...

Page 17: ...2 illustrates the front panel of the MMC10GSP SP Media Converter Figure 2 MMC10GSP SP Front Panel Figure 3 illustrates the back panel of the MMC10G Series Media Converter Figure 3 Media Converter Back Panel 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps SFP Port 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps Copper Port 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps SFP Port 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps SFP Port 12 VDC Input SYS LED PWR LED SML ON OFF DIP Switch LPBK ON OFF DIP Switch ...

Page 18: ...fiber networks offering a cost effective method for integrating fiber optic cabling into an unshielded twisted pair UTP environment See Table 2 for the port specifications of the MMC10GT SP Media Converter Table 1 Port Specifications for the MMC10GSP SP Model Fiber optic Port 1 Fiber optic Port 2 Connector L1 Standard Connector L1 Standard MMC10GSP SP SFP 1000BASE X 10GBASE R SFP 1000BASE X 10GBAS...

Page 19: ...bleshooting Facilitates quick fault detection isolation and reporting with Smart MissingLink SML Includes a DIP switch for activating the SML feature Includes a DIP switch for Loopback mode Utilizes a 12 VDC external wall mount AC power adapter Displays LEDs for immediate visual status of each port Provides a smaller sized space saving alternative to connected networks Includes installation option...

Page 20: ...e one of two possible wiring configurations MDI or MDI X The media converter features Auto MDI MDI X The twisted pair port automatically determines the configuration of the port on the device to which it is connected and then configures itself appropriately This feature allows you to use a straight through cable when connecting any type of device to the media converter regardless of the wiring con...

Page 21: ...Loopback Test for MMC10GT SP A successful test verifies that the number of packets received equals the number of packets sent If the numbers do not match try restarting the media converter making sure that the cables are connected properly or replacing the fiber cable ...

Page 22: ...ack Mode set the LPBK DIP switch on the back panel to ON For more information about DIP switches and how to set them refer to DIP Switches on page 25 Caution Loopback tests are disruptive to network operations The media converters do not forward network traffic during the test Some network traffic may be lost LEDs MMC10GT SP and MMC10GSP SP Back Panel Figure 5 shows the PWR and SYS LEDs on the bac...

Page 23: ...e 3 PWR and SYS LEDs on the Back Panel LED State Description PWR Off The media converter is not receiving power Steady Green The media converter is receiving power SYS Off The media converter is not operational and will not forward traffic Steady Green The media converter is operational in normal mode Medium Flashing Green The media converter is in Loopback mode Slow Flashing Green An error is pre...

Page 24: ...h the media converter Slow Flashing Green The media converter is operating in Smart MissingLink mode and the SFP port has lost link Port 2 Fiber Optic Link Left Off The port is empty or the transceiver has not established a link Steady Green The port has a link to a network device Slow Flashing Green The media converter is operating in Smart MissingLink mode and the copper port has lost link Port ...

Page 25: ...nable disable SML and Loopback Modes Refer to Figure 8 Figure 8 DIP Switches on Back Panel Link Activity 1 Link Activity 2 Table 5 Port LEDs for the MMC10GSP SP Model LED State Description Ports 1 and 2 Link Activity Off The port has not established a link Steady Green The port has established a link to a network device Slow Flashing Green The media converter is operating in Smart Missing Link mod...

Page 26: ...GT SP Model SML LPBK Description Down Down Normal operation no missing link Up Down Smart MissingLink mode enabled Down Up Loopback mode enabled Up Up Packet generation enabled MMC10GT SP only Table 7 DIP Switches for the MMC10GSP SP Model SML LPBK Description Down Down Normal operation no missing link Up Down Smart MissingLink mode enabled Either Up or Down Up Loopback mode enabled ...

Page 27: ...rk devices Smart MissingLink SML If one of the Ethernet connections to the media converter loses a link the SML feature allows you to determine which port still has a valid connection and which port requires troubleshooting The value to this type of network monitoring and fault notification is that you can quickly determine which media converter port has failed and troubleshoot the specific area w...

Page 28: ...tion Figure 9 SML in Normal Condition with One Media Converter Figure 10 shows Link LED behavior of end nodes and media converters with SML enabled under normal condition Two media converters with copper and fiber ports are connected in this configuration Figure 10 SML in Normal Condition with Two Media Converters MMC10GT SP Copper Link Fiber Link End Node Copper Cable Fiber Cable Link LED On End ...

Page 29: ...e Media Converter Configuration Figure 12 shows media converter and end node Link LED behavior with SML enabled with a fiber connection down Figure 12 SML with Fiber Connection Down in One Media Converter Configuration MMC10GT SP Copper Link Fiber Link End Node Copper Cable Fiber Cable Link LED Off End Node Link LED Blinking LED Off LED Blinking Port 1 Port2 MMC10GT SP Copper Link Fiber Link End N...

Page 30: ... shows media converter and end node Link LED behavior with SML enabled with a fiber connection down between two media converters Figure 14 SML with Fiber Connection Down in Two Media Converters Configuration MMC10GT SP End Node Link LED Off End Node Link LED Off MMC10GT SP Copper Link Fiber Link LED Off LED Blinking Fiber Link LED Blinking Copper Link LED Blinking Fiber Cable Copper Cable Copper C...

Page 31: ...s to network devices or have lost links In Smart MissingLink mode if only one port has a link to a network device the LED for the port that lost link will be off while the LED for the port that had a valid link will blink once a second In contrast if the media converter is set to Regular mode and only one port has a link to a network device its Link LED will be on while the Link LED on the port wi...

Page 32: ...r required for the media converter is 12 VDC 350 mA The power adapter comes with four plugs Install the correct plug for your region on the power adapter Refer to Unpacking the Media Converter on page 41 and Applying Power and Connecting the Network Cables on page 56 Note The media converter power receptacle has a twist and lock barrel which is locked by turning the power cord clockwise one quarte...

Page 33: ...r Installation Guide 33 Resetting the Media Converter You may have to power cycle the media converter when entering or exiting loopback or packet generation mode If so reset the media converter by powering OFF then powering ON the unit ...

Page 34: ...Chapter 1 Overview 34 ...

Page 35: ...s chapter contains the following sections Reviewing Safety Precautions on page 36 Selecting a Site for the Media Converter on page 38 Planning the Installation on page 39 Unpacking the Media Converter on page 41 Supported Accessories on page 42 ...

Page 36: ... install the chassis or any of its components Note The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled Translated Safety Statements on the Allied Telesis website at www alliedtelesis com support Caution Air vents must not be blocked and must have free access to the room ambient air for cooling E6 Note All Countries Install product in accordance with local...

Page 37: ... user may be required to take adequate measures E84 Warning An SFP transceiver can be damaged by static electricity Be sure to observe all standard electrostatic discharge ESD precautions such as wearing an antistatic wrist strap to avoid damaging the transceiver E86 Caution Only use the power adapter supplied with the device E102 Warning Do not stare into the laser beam L2 Warning Do not look dir...

Page 38: ...cessible The site should provide for easy access to the ports on the front of the media converter This will make it easier for you to connect and disconnect cables as well as view the media converter s LEDs Do not restrict air flow around the unit and through its vents on the side so that the media converter can maintain adequate cooling Do not place objects on top of the media converter Do not ex...

Page 39: ... The MMC10G model has a plug in SFP cage fiber connection 1Gbps and 10Gbps modules are supported Note For the MMC10G Series Media Converters you must purchase the SFP transceiver separately The maximum operating distance of the MMC10G Series Media Converter is dependent on the specific SFP module For a list of supported transceivers contact your Allied Telesis distributor or reseller Table 8 conta...

Page 40: ...nverter features Auto MDI MDI X when operating at 1Gbps and 10Gbps The port is configured as MDI or MDI X when it is connected to an end node Consequently you can use a straight through twisted pair cable when connecting any type of network device to the twisted pair port on the media converter ...

Page 41: ...ocation You must use the original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis 2 Place the media converter on a level secure surface 3 In addition to the media converter verify that the shipping container includes the following items Figure 16 shows shipping container items for the MMC10GSP SP and the MMC10GT SP Media Converters Figure 16 Shipping Package Contents One power a...

Page 42: ...page 48 Figure 17 MMCWLMT Kit with Brackets MMCR18 Chassis Kit The MMCR18 Chassis Kit is used as a power chassis The MMCR18 rack mount chassis provides rack mount or desktop installation for up to 18 MMC Series Media Converters The chassis is available in both AC and DC power supply units For installation instructions see Allied Telesis AT MMCR18 Media Converter Rack mount Chassis Installation Gui...

Page 43: ...ill further reduce the number of units supported due to additional power requirements Figure 18 MMCR18 Rack mount Chassis MMCTRAY6 Tray The MMCTRAY6 Tray is used for rack mounting The tray provides rack mount installation for up to six MMC Series Media Converters The tray itself does not provide power to the MMC Series Media Converters For installation instructions see Allied Telesis Installation ...

Page 44: ...Chapter 2 Beginning the Installation 44 ...

Page 45: ...45 Chapter 3 Installation This chapter contains the following sections Installation Options on page 46 Desktop Installation on page 47 MMCWLMT Kit Installation on page 48 ...

Page 46: ...a wall see MMCWLMT Kit Installation on page 48 Note To install the media converter on a wall you must purchase the MMCWLMT Kit separately To install the media converter in a rack see Allied Telesis AT MMCR18 Media Converter Rack mount Chassis Installation Guide For another option to install the media converter in a rack see Allied Telesis Installation Guide AT MMCTRAY6 6 slot Tray for the MMC Seri...

Page 47: ...Place the media converter upside down on a flat secure surface such as a desk or table 2 Affix the four adhesive rubber feet on the bottom of the media converter one on each corner 3 Turn the media converter right side up and place it on the desk or table leaving ample space around the unit for ventilation 4 Go to Installing the SFP Transceiver on page 54 ...

Page 48: ...ave an MMCWLMT Kit that is provided separately 1 Verify that the MMCWLMT Kit contains the items shown in Table 9 2 Select a wall location for the unit 3 Place the unit on a table Table 9 MMCWLMT Kit Contents Description Illustration 5 Sets of Wall Mounting Brackets 20 Bracket Screws 20 Wall Mount Screws 20 Plastic Anchors ...

Page 49: ...nt the brackets against the sides of the unit as shown in Figure 20 and secure them to the unit with the four of the brackets screws included Figure 20 Attaching the Brackets to the Media Converter 5 Print out the template in Figure 21 Figure 21 Wall mount Template ...

Page 50: ...he template as shown in Figure 22 Figure 22 Placing the Template on the Wall 8 Remove the template from the wall 9 Install four plastic anchors included with MMCWLMT Kit into the wall in the holes you drilled in the previous step 10 Secure the media converter unit to the wall using four wall mounting screws See Figure 23 on page 51 ...

Page 51: ...MMC10G Series Mini Media Converter Installation Guide 51 Figure 23 Securing the Media Converter to the Wall 11 Go to Installing the SFP Transceiver on page 54 ...

Page 52: ...Chapter 3 Installation 52 ...

Page 53: ...53 Chapter 4 Powering On and Cabling the Media Converter This chapter contains the following sections Installing the SFP Transceiver on page 54 Powering On and Cabling the Media Converter on page 56 ...

Page 54: ...nstall the transceiver before connecting the fiber optic cable to it 1 Remove the transceiver from its shipping container and store the packaging material in a safe location Warning An SFP transceiver can be damaged by static electricity Be sure to observe all standard electrostatic discharge ESD precautions such as wearing an antistatic wrist strap to avoid damaging the transceiver E86 2 Position...

Page 55: ...SFP transceivers are dust sensitive Always keep the plug in the optical bores when a fiber optic cable is not installed or when storing the SFP When you do remove the plug keep it for future use Note Unnecessary removal and insertion of an SFP transceivers can lead to premature failure For information on the cable specifications of the SFP transceiver consult the documentation shipped with the SFP...

Page 56: ...t has Auto MDI MDI X you may use straight through twisted pair cable to connect any type of network device to that port For the fiber optic cables refer to the cable manufacturer specification for the minimum bend radius Applying Power and Connecting the Network Cables To apply power to the media converter and connect the network cables perform the following steps 1 Plug the DC of the external pow...

Page 57: ...ify that the SYS LED is lit green If the SYS LED is off refer to Troubleshooting on page 59 5 If the media converter has a fiber optic connector remove the dust cover from the fiber optic connector and connect the cable to the fiber optic port 6 For the MMC10GSP SP model repeat this step for the other fiber optic port 7 For the MMC10GT SP model connect the twisted pair cable to the twisted pair po...

Page 58: ...Chapter 4 Powering On and Cabling the Media Converter 58 ...

Page 59: ...at came with your media converter Verify that the voltage from the power source is within the required levels for your region Problem 2 The SYS LED on the media converter is off Solution An internal component on the unit is damaged or not working properly Try power cycling the unit If power cycling does not clear the fault return the unit to Allied Telesis Problem 3 The SYS LED on the media conver...

Page 60: ...ir port is able to establish a link then the problem is with the cable or the other end node Verify that the twisted pair cable does not exceed 100 meters 328 feet Verify that the end node connected to the media converter is operating at the same speed Verify that you are using the appropriate category of twisted pair cable 1G Cat 5e 10G Verify the cable length is not too long for the type of cabl...

Page 61: ... is with the cable or with the other end node Verify that the fiber TX strand is connected to link partner s RX and vice versa If the remote end node is a management device use its management firmware to determine whether its port is enabled Test the attenuation on the fiber optic cable with a fiber optic tester to determine whether the optical signal is too weak sensitivity or too strong maximum ...

Page 62: ...Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 62 ...

Page 63: ...ecifications Environmental Specifications Power Specifications on page 64 Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications on page 64 RJ45 Connector and Port Pinouts on page 65 Physical Specifications Figure 27 MMC10G Series Dimensions Table 10 Physical Specifications Dimensions W x D x H 5 6 cm x 10 2 cm x 2 2 cm 2 2 in x 4 in x 0 9 in Weight 170 g 6 oz ...

Page 64: ...ture 15 C to 70 C 5 F to 158 F Operating Humidity 5 to 90 non condensing Storage Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Operating Altitude Range Up to 3 048 m 10 000 ft Table 12 Power Specifications Input supply voltage 12 VDC Maximum power draw 4 0 W Maximum SFP power 1 W Table 13 Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications Safety UL60950 1 EN60950 1 EN60825 1 Emissions EMI FCC Part 15B Class A ...

Page 65: ...trates the pin layout for the RJ45 connector and port Figure 28 RJ45 Connector and Port Pin Layout Table 14 lists the pin signals when a port is operating at 1Gbps or 10Gbps Table 14 Pin Signals 1Gbps or 10Gbps Pin Pair Signal 1 1 TX RX 2 1 TX RX 3 2 TX RX 4 3 TX RX 5 3 TX RX 6 2 TX RX 7 4 TX RX 8 4 TX RX ...

Page 66: ...Appendix A Technical Specifications 66 ...

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