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About the McPC 100Mbps
The McPC 100Mbps is an IEEE 802.3 single-conversion PC media converter card
designed to convert twisted pair (100Base-TX) connections to a variety of other fiber
connections: 100 Base-SX 850 or 1300nm multi-mode or 100Base-FX 1310nm or
1550nm single-mode. Single strand versions are also available.
The McPC 100Mbps can be installed in any PC with a standard PCI slot. It includes
diagnostic LEDs for each port, and a 4-pin peripheral p ower supply connector. The
McPC 100Mbps comes with one RJ-45 connector and one pair of ST or SC
connectors for the fiber.
Installing the McPC 100Mbps
Offering plug-and-play operation, the McPC 100Mbps comes ready to install, utilizing
power from the PC’s power supply. To install the McPC 100Mbps:
1.
Turn off the PC
2.
Remove its cover
3.
Find an empty PCI slot
4.
Align the McPC 100Mbps in the slot
5.
Screw the the McPC 100Mbps into the computer casing’s bracket
6.
Make sure the McPC 100Mbps does not extend past the edge of the case
7.
Attach the keyed mini-power connector to the McPC 100Mbps
8.
Attach the male end of the
Y
connector to one of the computer’s standard size
power connectors
9.
Replace the cover
10.
Attach the cables between the McPC 100Mbps and the devices that will be
interconnected
NOTE
The McPC 100Mbps DOES NOT plug into the motherboard. McPC 100Mbps
draws power from the computer; no additional power source is necessary.
Configuring the McPC 100Mbps
Before installing, configure McPC 100Mbps for desired features which include:
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TX LinkLoss
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FX LinkLoss
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FiberAlert
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Auto Negotiation