Chapter 1: Introduction
1.4OVERVIEW
The HSIM-G extends the functionality of certain Cabletron Systems interface modules or standalone devices by providing high-speed uplink capability through Gigabit Ethernet technology. Section 1.4.1 and Section 1.4.2 give information on some of the features of the HSIM-G.
1.4.1Connectivity
The HSIM-G01 module supports 1000Base-SX, providing one SC fiber optic connector for 50 or 62.5 micron multimode fiber optics. The HSIM-G09 module supports 1000Base-LX, offering one SC fiber optic connector for 50 or 62.5 micron multimode fiber optics, or 10 micron single mode fiber optics.
The HSIM-G only operates in full duplex mode.
1.4.2LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs
Cabletron Systems provides a visual diagnostic and monitoring system called LANVIEW. The HSIM-G LANVIEW LEDs help you quickly identify transmit and receive status. Chapter 3 provides information on all HSIM-G LEDs.
1.5RELATED DOCUMENTATION
Any related documentation, such as manuals for a host platform, can be obtained on the World Wide Web in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site:
http://www.cabletron.com/
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