3Com 510M-FBP, 5102M-FBP, 5104M-FB1 installation and operation guide Structure of This Guide

Page 14

Structure of This Guide

This guide contains the following chapters:

Chapter 1, Introduction – Introduces the principal features of the ONline Ethernet Port-Switching 10BASE-FB Modules and the ONline Ethernet 10BASE-FB Module.

Chapter 2, Designing and Expanding the Network – Contains configuration information to help you integrate the 10BASE-FB Modules into your Ethernet network.

Chapter 3, Installing and Operating the Module – Provides illustrated procedures for installing the 10BASE-FB Modules into the ONline System Concentrator and configuring them for operation. This chapter also provides a front panel view of the 10BASE-FB Modules showing ports, LEDs, and dip switches.

Chapter 4, Troubleshooting – Provides help in isolating and correcting problems that could arise during the installation process and during normal operation.

Appendix A, Specifications – Describes product dimensions, power requirements, and other specifications for the modules.

Appendix B, Technical Support – Lists the various methods for contacting the 3Com technical support organization and for accessing other product support services.

Index – Contains an alphabetical list of important terms and features referenced throughout this guide.

xiv ONline Ethernet 10BASE-FB Module Installation and Operation Guide

Image 14

Contents Page VDE Class B Compliance Restricted Rights Page Contents Installing and Operating the Module Appendix a Specifications Page Figures Page Tables Page How to Use This Guide AudienceStructure of This Guide Usr/snm/agents Document ConventionsConvention Indicates Example Related Documents 3Com DocumentsSlot ONline System Concentrator Installation and Operation Reference DocumentsPage Introduction 10BASE-FB Module Descriptions Introduction 1 10BASE-FB Compliance Theory of OperationBASE-FB Module Connections 3Com Product Part Number Compatibility With Other Ethernet Fiber ProductsBASE-FB Module Compatibility Designing and Expanding the Network Basic Network Rules Rules for Configuring a NetworkUnderstanding the General Rules Rule Definition Recommendations/NotesDefinition Recommendations/Notes Is actually equal to 1.1 meters LAN Product Equivalent Fiber Equivalent Fiber DistancesEquivalent Fiber Distances of LAN Products Determining Maximum Fiber Link Distances Calculating Maximum Link Distance Determining Link BudgetLink Link Loss ONline 10BASE-FB Module Optical Power Budget Normal PowerPower DBmCable Size Used Transmit Receive Optical Power Micron ONline 10BASE-FB Module Optical Power Budget High PowerBASE-FB Optical Power Budget ONline toAttenuation Connector and Splice Insertion Loss Typical Fiber Loss CharacteristicsExample 1700 Meter Fiber Link With Mechanical Splice Meter Fiber Link With Mechanical SpliceExample 2000 Meter Fiber Link Through Two Patch Panels Meter Fiber Link Through Two Patch PanelsChoosing a Network Backbone Cabling Structure Star Configuration Star-Wiring ConfigurationSerial Configuration Serial Configuration Using 10BASE-FB Modules10BASE-FB Module Configurations Fiber Backbone, Fiber-to-the-DeskAll-Fiber Network Example Network With 3 Concentrators Network With 3 ConcentratorsNetwork Configured With 8 Concentrators Example Network with 8 ConcentratorsFiber Equivalent Distances Between Transceivers Example Sample Configuration Distance Calculation Fiber Backbone, Unshielded Twisted Pair to-the-DeskSample Configuration Distance Calculation Example Connecting a Thin Ethernet 10BASE2 Segment Fiber Backbone, Coaxial ConnectionDesigning and Expanding the Network 2 Standard Redundant Configuration In this configuration Fault-Tolerant ConfigurationsConfiguring Ports for Fault Tolerance Setting Redundancy 10. Redundant Fiber Backbone Configuration Implementing Total Backbone Fault Tolerance 11. Total Backbone Fault-Tolerant Configuration 12. Fiber Network With 3 Concentrators Page Installing and Operating the Module Precautionary Procedures Unpacking Procedures Step Procedure Section Title Quick InstallationQuick Installation Procedures Setting the Dip Switches BASE-FB Module Dip Switch Locations Switch Label Function Factory Switch Setting Default Off Setting Dip Switch S1Dip Switch S1 Settings for Switches 1 Module-Switching Module Dip Switch S1 Settings for Switches 3 toPort-Switching Module Port Channel SelectionSwitch Label Function Factory Switch Setting Default Setting Dip Switch S2Dip Switch S2 Settings Installing the Module Enable/disable Disable Module Low Light Detection Not UsedInstalling the 10BASE-FB Module BASE-FB Module Connection Configuring the Module Enabling Ports Selecting a Network You can enable port redundancy in one of the following ways Enabling Port RedundancyEnabling Optical Power Enabling Low Light WarningShowing Module Configuration Saving Module ConfigurationMonitoring the Front Panel Page Interpreting the 10BASE-FB Module LEDs LED Name Color State IndicatesNetwork Check Codes LED State Network ConfigurationVerifying LED and Network Assignments Troubleshooting Possible Cause Corrective Action Troubleshooting Using the Port Activity LEDsTroubleshooting Using the Port Activity LEDs LED State Indication Possible Cause Corrective Action Troubleshooting Using the Port Status LEDsTroubleshooting Using the Port Status LEDs Troubleshooting Using the Port Status LEDs Troubleshooting Using the Port Status LEDs 10BASE-FL Technical Assistance Page Specifications General Specifications Table A-1. General SpecificationsTable A-2. Transmit Power Optical SpecificationsTransmitter Specifications Cable Type Normal Power High PowerSupported Fiber Optic Cables Receiver SpecificationsTable A-3. Receiver Specifications Table A-5. Power Requirements Power RequirementsTable A-4. Fiber Optic Interface Specifications Fiber Optic InterfaceTable A-6. Electrical Specifications Environmental SpecificationsMechanical Specifications Table A-7. Mechanical Specifications10BASE-FB Cable and Connector Specifications 10BASE-FB CablesTable A-8 BASE-FB Module Part Numbers 10BASE-FB ConnectorsPort-Switching Connector Type Technical Support On-line Technical SupportWorld Wide Web Site Support from Your Network SupplierEmail Technical Support Support from 3Com Accessing the 3Com MIB Returning Products for Repair3Com Technical Publications Page Index Installing Link Budget Redundant Link, 3-16Redundancy LED Unpacking Procedures, 3-3Unshielded Twisted Pair Cable