Converter Module will be determined by the Duplex (switch 4) and Speed (switch 5) dip switch settings.
Link Mode (Switch 2)
Switch Position | Mode |
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Up (default) | Link |
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Down | Standard Mode |
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Link
With Media Converters on both ends of the fiber link and both setup for Link
Standard Mode: In this mode, the links on the fiber and copper sides can be brought up and down independently of each other. A loss of link on either the fiber or copper port can occur without affecting the other connection.
Far End Fault (Switch 3)
Switch Position | Mode |
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Up (default) | Enabled |
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Down | Disabled |
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Enabled: If the Media Converter Module detects a loss of receive fiber signal, it will transmit a FEF signal to the remote Media Converter. This, in effect, notifies the fiber link partner that an error condition exists on the fiber connection.
If the remote Media Converter is set up for Far End Fault (FEF) and the local Media Converter is set up with Link
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