CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS/REQUIREMENTS
This chapter lists the location and network requirements needed for connecting the FR-
3000 to your network. No special skills or tools are required to install the unit on an Ether-
net network. This chapter also lists the specifications and power requirements for the FR-
3000.
You should review all specifications and requirements in this chapter before you install the
FR-3000. If you do not, unsatisfactory network performance may result.
2.1 NETWORK DESIGN GUIDELINES.
You must follow the network design guidelines listed in this section. If you do not, unsat-
isfactory network performance may result.
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The transceiver which the FR-3000 will be connected to must meet IEEE 802.3
standards and not have the SQE test function enabled.
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The AUI cable connecting the FR-3000 to the transceiver on the network must be
IEEE 802.3 type cable and must not exceed 50 meters in length.
2.2 LOCATION GUIDELINES
The following guidelines must be followed to select a site for the FR-3000 Fiber Optic Re-
peater. If not, unsatisfactory network performance may result.
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An unrestricted free surface area of 21 inches wide, 18 inches deep and 6 inches
high must be available.
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A USA standard 3 prong power receptacle must be located within 7 feet of the site.
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If a shelving unit is to be used, it must be able to support 30 pounds of static
weight.
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Temperature of the location must be maintained between 5
°
and 40
°
C. Tempera-
ture changes greater than 10
∞
C per hour must not occur.
2.3 SPECIFICATIONS
This section contains the specifications for the Cabletron Systems FR-3000 Fiber Optic Re-
