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Appendix E
100Base-FX/TX Module
The physical specification for Fast Ethernet cabling comes in
three different flavors. These include 100Base-TX (2-pair over
Cat 5 UTP), 100Base-T4 (4-pair over Cat 3 UTP), and 100Base-
FX (2 fiber connections).
The 100Base-TX specification is the most popular cabling
scheme for Fast Ethernet networks. Since it requires a UTP cable
similar to 10Base-T, installation and configuration of 100Base-
TX cabling is easy and cost-effective.
In contrast, the 100Base-FX specification requires the fiber optic
cabling which is more expensive than the conventional UTP
cabling. However, it has a definite appeal to widespread LANs
where cost of wiring is less important than the distance it delivers
to Ethernet LANs--400 meters for half-duplex segments and 2
kilometers for full-duplex segments.
For flexibility, the TE100-S55 provides an 100Base-FX/TX
module that’s equipped with both Fiber Optic and UTP ports. It
permit the users to choose the necessary cabling type that fits their
individual needs.
The 100Base-TX port requires two-pair Category 5 UTP cable or
two-pair Type 1 STP cable. It services distance of up to 100
meters and supports full or half-duplexing. The 100Base-FX port
requires one pair of 62.5/125 micron fiber-optic cable. It services
distance of up to 400 meters and supports full or half-duplex
operation. It is an ideal solution for backbone connections.
Although the 100Base-FX/TX module is equipped with two
ports (MIC and UTP connectors), please keep in mind that
only one port may be used at a time.
How to Install the 100Base-FX/TX module
Содержание ProXpress TE100-S55
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