To perform a link test:
1.
Verify that all network devices connected to the fiber-optic ports
on the Multichannel Media Converter are powered ON and
operational.
2.
Cycle power to the Multichannel Media Converter by ptessing the
RESET botton, if preseny, or bydisconnecting the power cord from
the external AC outlet and then reconnecting the power cord to
the external AC outlet.
Verify that the Multichannel
Media Converter is powered ON
and is operational:
•
Verify that the Multichannel
Media Converter MAIN LED
is a steady amber, indicating
that the unit is receiving power.
•
If an optional redundant power supply is installed, verify that
the BCKP LED is a steady green.
•
Verify that the power supply fan(s) is/are operational.
3.
For each set of six (6) channels, set the Link Test switch (DIP
switch #7) to the TEST position.
The TEST LED(s) at the front right panel should be amber.
4.
Verify that the F-LNK LED for EACH Multichannel Media
Converter fiber-optic port with installed fiber-optic cable is
illuminated, indicating that a link exists between the fiber optic
port on the Multichannel Media Converter and the network
device connected to the channel port.
5.
Return the Link Test switch (DIP switch #7) to the NORMAL
position.
2.6.3
Installing Twisted-Pair Copper Cable
Refer to the appendix for cable specifications for the 10BASE-T or the
100BASE-TX twisted-pair copper installation.
Installing Cable
1.
Locate or build 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX-compliant cables
(depending upon Multichannel Media Converter selected for the
site) with male RJ-45 connectors installed at both ends.
NOTE: Use a straight-through cable to connect a hub or a switch
to a twisted-pair channel port on the Multichannel Media
Converter. Use a crossover cable to connect a workstation to a
twisted-pair channel port on the Multichannel Media Converter.
2.
Connect RJ-45 connector at one end of cable to Multichannel
Media Converter RJ-45 twisted-pair channel port connector.
3.
Connect RJ-45 connector at other end of cable to device RJ-45
port connector.
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