Chapter 2: Network Requirements and Installation
2.4CONNECTING FIBER OPTIC CABLING TO THE FOMIM
Each fiber optic link consists of two strands of fiber optic cabling: the transmit (TX) and the receive (RX). The transmit strand from a module port connects to the receive port of a fiber optic Ethernet device at the other end of the segment. The receive strand of the applicable port on the module connects to the transmit port of the fiber optic Ethernet device.
Cabletron Systems recommends labeling fiber optic cables to indicate receive and transmit ends. Many cables are prelabeled, providing matching labels or tapes at both ends of each strand of cable.
1.Remove the protective plastic covers from the fiber optic ports on the applicable port on the module, and from the ends of the connectors on each fiber strand.
Do not touch the ends of the fiber optic strands, and do not let
!the ends come in contact with dust, dirt, or other contaminants.
C AUT IO N Contamination of the ends can cause problems in data transmissions. If the ends become contaminated, clean them with denatured alcohol using a soft, clean, lint free cloth.
2.Attach one fiber to the applicable receive port on the module. Insert the ST connector into the port with the alignment slot on the connector clockwise to lock it down.
Figure 2-2 ST Connector Insertion
3.Attach the other fiber of the pair to the applicable transmit port on the module. Use the same procedure for insertion of the ST connector.
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