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iMcV-Giga-MediaLinX 

Operation Manual 

 

Summary of Contents for iMcV-Giga-MediaLinX

Page 1: ...iMcV Giga MediaLinX Operation Manual ...

Page 2: ...nger To receive in warranty service the defective product must be received at IMC Networks no later than the end of the warranty period The product must be accompanied by proof of purchase satisfactory to IMC Networks denoting product serial number and purchase date a written description of the defect and a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number issued by IMC Networks No products will be acce...

Page 3: ...a MediaLinX 1 LED Operation 1 Installing iMcV Giga MediaLinX Modules 2 Configuring the iMcV Giga MediaLinX 3 Auto Negotiation TX and FX 5 Troubleshooting 9 IMC Networks Technical Support 10 Specifications 10 Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines 11 Electrostatic Discharge Precautions 11 Certifications 12 ...

Page 4: ...diaLinX module features diagnostic LEDs that provide information on features and ports iMcV Giga MediaLinX w LFPT PWR 1000 100 10 LNK ACT FDX FXLL TXLL LNK ACT FA Glows green when powered Glows green at 1000 Mbps Glows green at 100 Mbps Glows amber at 10 Mbps Glows green when a link is established Blinks green when data activity occurs this is true for both LNK ACT LEDs Glows amber in Full Duplex ...

Page 5: ...in any IMC Networks chassis each requiring one slot Step Action 1 To install a module remove the blank brackets covering the slots where the module is to be installed if present by removing the screws on the outside edges of the bracket 2 Slide the module into the chassis via the card guides until the module is seated securely in the connector 3 Secure the module to the chassis by tightening the c...

Page 6: ...ged Modules For a managed environment first manually configure the desired features through DIP Switch settings to ensure this configuration is maintained if management is ever lost After the module is installed you can modify the SNMP enabled features for troubleshooting by using the included iView SNMP management software In a managed chassis the software settings take priority configuration req...

Page 7: ... chassis DIP Switch on S1 Feature Default Setting 1 TX Auto Negotiation ON 2 TX Port HDX ON or FDX OFF OFF 3 TX Port 100 ON or 10 OFF OFF 4 TX Port 1000 OFF 5 TX LinkLoss TXLL OFF 6 FiberAlert OFF 7 Selective Advertising OFF 8 FX LinkLoss FXLL OFF 9 FX Auto Negotiation ON 10 Factory Configured Do Not Change OFF ...

Page 8: ...ration of both the twisted pair port s speed 10 100 or 1000 Mbps and Duplex mode FDX or HDX Selective Advertising Switch 7 functions only with Auto Negotiation Switch 1 enabled Selective Advertising Configuration Desired Speed Duplex Switch 2 Duplex Switch 3 Speed Switch 4 Speed 1000 Mbps FDX ON OFF ON 100 Mbps FDX ON ON OFF 100 Mbps HDX OFF ON OFF 10 Mbps FDX ON OFF OFF 10 Mbps HDX Off OFF OFF Fo...

Page 9: ...e enabled or disabled on both ends of the connection to establish a link Only enable this feature if the connecting device supports it When FX Auto Negotiation is enabled Fiber Alert does not need to be enabled Flow Control Flow Control is used to throttle the END device to avoid dropping packets during network congestion Flow Control is enabled by Default through iView when the module is installe...

Page 10: ...able FX LinkLoss FXLL FX LinkLoss is a troubleshooting feature When a fault occurs on the fiber segment of a conversation FX LinkLoss detects the fault and passes this information to the twisted pair segment If a media converter is not receiving a fiber link FX LinkLoss disables the transmitter on the media converter s twisted pair port This results in a loss of link on the device connected to the...

Page 11: ...ived The result is that the link LED on BOTH sides of the fiber connection will go out indicating a fault somewhere in the fiber loop Using FiberAlert a local site administrator is notified of a fault and can quickly determine where a cable fault is located WARNING Enable FiberAlert on one side of a media conversion only Enabling it on both sides would keep both transmitters off indefinitely Using...

Page 12: ...f the fiber segment breaks the FXLL LED will blink For more information on LinkLoss FiberAlert visit the IMC Networks Web site at http www imcnetworks com support If unsure of how to implement these features in a specific configuration contact IMC Networks Technical Support at 800 624 1070 U S Canada 32 16 550880 Europe or via e mail at techsupport imcnetworks com Troubleshooting During installati...

Page 13: ...anada 32 16 550880 Europe Fax 949 465 3020 E Mail techsupport imcnetworks com Web www imcnetworks com Specifications Operating Temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C Storage Temperature 13 F to 158 F 25 C to 70 C Humidity 5 95 non condensing Power Consumption typical Input Load 500 mA ...

Page 14: ...between blasting with clean dry compressed air and flushing with methanol to remove particles of dirt Electrostatic Discharge Precautions Electrostatic discharge ESD can cause damage to any product add in modules or stand alone units containing electronic components Always observe the following precautions when installing or handling these kinds of products 1 Do not remove unit from its protective...

Page 15: ...of separately from regular household waste It is the consumer s responsibility to dispose of this and all equipment so marked through designated collection facilities appointed by government or local authorities Following these steps through proper disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health For more detailed information about proper...

Page 16: ... information in this document is subject to change without notice IMC Networks assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document iMcV Giga MediaLinX is a trademark of IMC Networks Other brands or product names may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies Document Number 56 80950 01 A4 July 2010 ...

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