Linksys EF3116, EF3124, EF4116, EF4124 Appendix A: Fiber Optic Modules (models EF3116 & EF3124 ONLY)

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Appendix A: Fiber Optic Modules(models EF3116 & EF3124 ONLY)

Some Ethernet Switches are equipped with an expansion port for adding

optional fiber optic expansion modules.

The 100BaseFX Fiber Modules allow you to connect the Ethernet Switch to

other switches, hubs, or routers in fiber optic network backbones. These mod-

ules use high-bandwidth, multimode fiber optic cabling with SC type connec-

tors.

Fiber cabling can transmit your Switch’s data up to 2000 meters(6560 feet) away

to another switch without requiring signal regeneration. The 100BaseFX SC

Fiber Module (model number EF31SC) is available through your Linksys dealer.

To install a fiber module into the Ethernet Switch’s expansion port, follow

these instructions:

1. Before installing the f iber optic module, you must first power off the

Switch by removing the AC power cord. If the Switch is rack mounted, you

should remove the Switch from the rack temporarily until the fiber optic

module is installed.

2. Remove the faceplate from the unit by loosening the screws on either side

with a screwdriver. Remove the expansion module from its packaging.

Keep the screws for securing the fiber module to the Switch in step 4.

3. Slide your fiber expansion module into the Switch. The module should fit

snugly into the Switch’s expansion port.

4. Secure the fiber module with the screws from the faceplate. You may now

remount the Switch into its rack if needed, then reconnect the AC power cable

to power on the Switch and resume normal operation.

5. Install your multimode fiber optic cabling from the module.

Use the guidelines below to plan the layout of your network with other fiber-

equipped devices from your Switch’s 100BaseFX fiber module.

* A distance extender has an internal switch, whereas a transceiver does not.

Switches generally use distance extenders, and hubs utilize both types of modules.

100BaseFX Fiber Cabling Distance Limitations

From

The Ethernet

Switch

To Maximum Distance

2000 meters (6560 feet)

208 meters (682 feet)

Switch or

Distance

Extender

Fiber

Transceiver

Duplex

Full

Half

Half only*

412 meters (1350 feet)

Introduction

Installing a Fiber Optic Expansion Module

Important: Fiber Optic Modules will only function with model

numbers:EF3116 and EF3124. If you are not sure of the Switch’s

model number, make sure there is a fiber optic module port in the

front of the Switch. If it does not have a fiber optic module port, your

Switch will not function with Fiber Optic Modules.

NNoottee::The Switch’s fiber module

will not run with Gigabit devices.