IMC Networks iMcV-LIM
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1. Each iMcV LIM module features diagnostic LEDs that provide information on features and ports FEF TXLL LNK DIS FA FXLL LNK DIS Glows green when a fiber end fault is detected Glows green when TX LinkLoss is enabled on the port Blinks when a fault occurs on the copper port and actively disables the fiber port Glows green when fiber link is established Blinks green when activity is detected Glows amber when software is disabled on the TX port Glows green when FiberAlert is enabled Blinks green when active Glows green when FX LinkLoss is enabled on the port Blinks when a fault occurs on the fiber port and actively disables the copper port Glows green when fiber link is established Blinks green when activity is detected Glows amber when software is disabled via iView on the fiber port For iMcV LIM w SFP and Configuration Control DIS indicates TX copper or TX fiber port is disabled either by DSW 7 8 or via View Refer to the DIP Switch matrix under Unmanaged Modules 11 100 Mbps TXLL LNK ACT FEF DIS 0909 Dc ub XMT OF O Une Hp FA 0000 FXLL na ATO LNK ACT DIS 100 Mbps TXLL LNK ACT FEF DIS 8 lie e Dv Ac FA 0000 FXLL LNK ACT DIS Installation Troubleshooting During installation first test the fiber and twisted pair connections with all troubleshooting f2. ER aS UN Networks IMcV LIM Operation Manual FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The use of non shielded l O cables may not guarantee compliance with FCC RFI limits This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de classe B prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique publi par le minist re des Communications du Canada Warranty IMC Networks wa
3. This symbol indicates that the equipment should be disposed of separately from regular household waste It is the consumer s responsibility to dispose of this and all equipment so marked through designated collection facilities appointed by government or local authorities Following these steps through proper disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health For more detailed information about proper disposal please contact local authorities waste disposal services or the point of purchase for this equipment Z BAV AK N Networks N 19772 Pauling Foothill Ranch CA 92610 2611 USA TEL 949 465 3000 FAX 949 465 3020 www imcnetworks com Y wee REGISTERED RoHS BY 2010 IMC Networks All rights reserved The information in this document is subject to change without notice IMC Networks assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document iMcV LIM is a trademark of IMC Networks Other brands or product names may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies Document Number 50 80921 00 A3 September 2010
4. Modules into the chassis via the cardguides until the module is seated securely in the connector 3 Secure the module to the chassis by tightening the captive screw 4 Save any blanks removed during installation for future use if the configuration requirements change Managed Modules To manage one or more iMcV LIM s an SNMP agent must be present in the chassis To configure Managed Modules install the module first and then configure using the management software Fiber type serial number and date code are now loaded into the NVRAM during manufacturing This is viewed only via iView software within the modules details Requirements e SNMP Firmware version C2 e View 1 8 6 or higher For iMcV LIM modules without Configuration Control management software overrides any hardware settings e g jumper switch etc a module must be configured so that it will be managed via the software iMcV LIM and Configuration Control The iMcV LIM with SFP offers Configuration Control a label on the front faceplate identifies the unit as such Configuration Control has been implemented to assist the end user by retaining the latest configuration regardless of how that configuration was implemented via DIP Switch settings or SNMP Historically SNMP would override DIP Switch settings If changes are made via DIP Switch settings then hardware settings determine the configuration of the board If changes are made to the
5. module via iView the SNMP settings determine the configuration of the board Utilizing Configuration Control the end user has three conditions under which the configuration of the iMcV Module may be impacted e Installing an iMcV LIM into a chassis already loaded with iMcV Modules or replacing an iMcV LIM The iMcV Module will transfer its saved configurations The iMcV LIM will not override the module s configuration e Replacing the same type of iMcV Module If the DIP Switch settings are the same as the settings on the removed iMcV Module the iMcV LIM determines the configuration settings If the DIP Switch settings are different then the configuration of the module is determined by the DIP Switch settings The settings are forwarded to the iMcV LIM and the value is saved e Installing a new model of iMcV Module If another type of module is installed into the same slot in a chassis the iMcV LIM clears the memory of the previous configuration for that slot the settings of a new module are adopted and stored in the iMcV LIM The SNMP Write Lock switch does not impact any iMcV Module or iMcV Module with Configuration Control Removing and installing a new SNMP Management Module will no longer impact these modules either However if there is a mixture of iMcV Modules with and without Configuration Control the Write Lock Switch and a new SNMP Management Module must be taken into consideration If the command cl
6. 5 3000 or FAX 949 465 3020 The end user shall return the defective product to IMC Networks freight customs and handling charges prepaid End user agrees to accept all liability for loss of or damages to the returned product during shipment IMC Networks shall repair or replace the returned product at its option and return the repaired or new product to the end user freight prepaid via method to be determined by IMC Networks IMC Networks shall not be liable for any costs of procurement of substitute goods loss of profits or any incidental consequential and or special damages of any kind resulting from a breach of any applicable express or implied warranty breach of any obligation arising from breach of warranty or otherwise with respect to the manufacture and sale of any IMC Networks product whether or not IMC Networks has been advised of the possibility of such loss or damage EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IMC NETWORKS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO THIS IMC NETWORKS PRODUCT INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY SOFTWARE ASSOCIATED OR INCLUDED IMC NETWORKS SHALL DISREGARD AND NOT BE BOUND BY ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON INCLUDING EMPLOYEES DISTRIBUTORS RESELLERS OR DEALERS OF IMC NETWORKS WHICH ARE INCONSISTENT WITH THE WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY
7. IM iMcV LIM modules include the feature Auto Negotiation When Auto Negotiation is enabled the module negotiates as a 100 Mbps full duplex device If the connected device can operate at 100 Mbps full duplex a link is established Auto Negotiation DIP Switch 1 is enabled by default If the twisted pair port on the other device does not have the ability to Auto Negotiate or if the 100 Mbps half duplex connection is desired then Auto Negotiation must be disabled Half and full duplex settings must be set manually and match on does devices The following diagram shows a typical application and with three possible configurations HDX OK Manual Setting Only HDX FDX OK Auto Manual Setting FDX HDX WRONG FDX switch mediaconverter MediaConverter Switch End to End Connection Half Duplex Configure HDX manually Auto Negotiation is OFF Full Duplex Configure FDX manually Auto Negotiation is OFF Full Duplex Auto Negotiation is ON Auto Negotiation is ON Configure Auto Negotiation on an iMcV LIM by adjusting the DIP Switch setting for unmanaged modules or via the management software Refer to the DIP Switch table for switch location and settings AutoCross Feature for Twisted Pair Connection All twisted pair ports on the iMcV LIM includes AutoCross a feature that automatically selects between a crossover workstation and a straight through connection depending on the connected device 10 LED Operation
8. LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY STATED ABOVE Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that IMC Networks product manuals and promotional materials accurately describe IMC Networks product specifications and capabilities at the time of publication However because of ongoing improvements and updating of IMC Networks products IMC Networks cannot guarantee the accuracy of printed materials after the date of publication and disclaims liability for changes errors or omissions Table of Contents FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement oooncconinoniccononinnnnananininnnnananininnns i Waranty senyman O ii A A O 1 Configuration Instruccional 1 stan MV MO US nicas 1 iMcV LIM and Configuration Control a anio 2 FX LinkLoss TX LinkLoss Link Fault Pass Through Far End Fault and FiberAlert 6 Link Fault Bass Mount Taco 7 FiberAlert and Far End Eli tutu Sanisheeasgnense 8 Auto Negotlation OMIMEOV LIM ca iaa ea 10 LED Oneto aaa tan ola 11 Installation Troubleshooting caridad 12 Spectator ete 13 IMC Networks Technical SUPPO usina 13 Fiber Optic Cleaning Guides aaa 14 Electrostatic Discharge PIECAULIONS ac chncietuct cubed nuda riaancatiyt itis lodereat 15 Certifications sn daa axcactarn rial aat E a ig ently aaa adhe N Vale 16 About the iMcV LIM The iMcV LIM is a Fast Ethernet module which provides a single conversion between 100Base TX twisted pair and 100Base FX SX single mode or multi mode fiber Eac
9. TICES When possible it is always a good idea to configure DIP Switches to match software settings o e es meg o Sadie Pan old O Falo a 0 o o la soz o O amp Nt a Ss O O S013 tin tii e 2 as o O 3 a Js S EE El m E 4 o ee la o o 5100265 ii a hiding a O O E 5 3 a o O o loe 3 F o 2 A o O z 2 gree 3 6 gt s iiseee 2 UEFA E O AN E E A A A EN A 2 ON 2 z peron E E LELEL wW u oooon im E 123450878 3 e E 2 iMcV LIM with SFP and Configuration Control 1 Auto Negotiation AN Far End Fault FEF OFF FX LinkLoss FXLL OFF 4 TXLinkLoss TXLL OFF FiberAlert FA OFF pp 6 Factory Default OFF 8 EnableFXport ON FX LinkLoss TX LinkLoss Link Fault Pass Through Far End Fault and FiberAlert iMcV LIM modules include the troubleshooting features FiberAlert TXLL FXLL FEF and LFPT that help locate silent failures on a network Before attempting to install the module s understand how these features work and react to a specific network configuration Link Integrity During normal operation link integrity pulses are transmitted by all point to point Ethernet devices When an IMC Networks media conv
10. eandb is applied to an SNMP Management Module all the settings for the modules will be removed but the Configuration Control modules will still be based on the last change made while those without Configuration Control will be set to their default settings NOTE If the end user has a mixture of standard iMcV Modules as well as Configuration Control iMcV Modiules it is important to understand how SNMP and DIP Switches will impact the cards depending on their capability Standard McV Modules cannot be upgraded to Configuration Control capability so it is strongly recommended to set the DIP Switches on the modules and then configure them via software to match the same settings Unmanaged Modules Before installing configure the iMcV LIM modules for desired features The table below indicates the available features and settings for the iMcV LIM modules After configuring the DIP Switches for the desired settings install the module and connect the appropriate cables refer to Installing an iMcV LIM section for more information Auto Negotiate Factory default Fiber Alert Do Not Change FEF FXLL TXLL BBB88686 CTT 7 EN E 7 y E mee DISABLE ENABLE 764 wm E 0019 a E 094 m a m iMcV LIM Auto Auto Negotiation AN AN 2 Far End Fault FEF 3 FX LinkLoss FXLL TX LinkLoss TXLL ooo 5 FiberAlert FA O OF 6 Factory Default OF 8 Factory Default OFF BEST PRAC
11. eatures disabled then enable these features if desired just before final installation This will reduce the features interference with testing When working with units where the features cannot be disabled establish both the twisted pair and fiber connections before the link LEDs will light To test a McV LIM by itself first have an appropriate fiber patch cable then follow these steps to test 1 Connect the iMcV LIM to the twisted pair device with a twisted pair cable 2 Loop a single strand of fiber from the transmit port to the receive port of the iMcV LIM 3 Verify that both the twisted pair and the fiber link are lit see LEDs below on the iMcV LIM Use the appropriate twisted pair cable and have the crossover pass through switch set correctly Whenever possible set the devices connected to the McV LIM hub switch NIC card to the desired speed and Duplex setting and turn Auto Negotiation OFF Refer to Auto Negotiation on iMcV LIM also configure the devices on the opposite sides of the iMcV LIM to operate at the same speed and Duplex setting NOTE Some 10 100 devices can not be set by the end user and must Auto Negotiate to receive a signal 12 Specifications Environmental Operating Temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C Storage Temperature 13 F to 158 F 25 C to 70 C Humidity 5 95 non condensing DC Input iMcV LIM w LFPT 0 80 Amp 5V Fiber Optic Sp
12. ecifications For fiber optic specifications please visit http www imcnetworks com adocs fcs asp IMC Networks Technical Support Tel 949 465 3000 or 800 624 1070 in the U S and Canada 32 16 550880 Europe Fax 949 465 3020 E Mail techsupport imcnetworks com Web www imcnetworks com 13 Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines Fiber Optic transmitters and receivers are extremely susceptible to contamination by particles of dirt or dust which can obstruct the optic path and cause performance degradation Good system performance requires clean optics and connector ferrules Ls Use fiber patch cords or connectors if you terminate your own fiber only from a reputable supplier low quality components can cause many hard to diagnose problems in an installation Dust caps are installed at IMC Networks to ensure factory clean optical devices These protective caps should not be removed until the moment of connecting the fiber cable to the device Should it be necessary to disconnect the fiber device reinstall the protective dust caps Store spare caps in a dust free environment such as a sealed plastic bag or box so that when reinstalled they do not introduce any contamination to the optics If you suspect that the optics have been contaminated alternate between blasting with clean dry compressed air and flushing with methanol to remove particles of dirt 14 Electrostatic Discharge Precautions El
13. ectrostatic discharge ESD can cause damage to any product add in modules or stand alone units containing electronic components Always observe the following precautions when installing or handling these kinds of products 1 Do not remove unit from its protective packaging until ready to install 2 Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling any module or component If the wrist strap is not available maintain grounded contact with the system unit throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection 3 Hold the units by the edges do not touch the electronic components or gold connectors 4 After removal always place the boards on a grounded static free surface ESD pad or in a proper ESD bag Do not slide the modules or stand alone units over any surface WARNING Integrated circuits and fiber optic components are extremely susceptible to electrostatic discharge damage Do not handle these components directly unless you are a qualified service technician and use tools and techniques that conform to accepted industry practices 15 Certifications CE The products described herein comply with the Council Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility 2004 108 EC Class 1 Laser product Luokan 1 Laserlaite Laser Klasse 1 Appareil A Laser de Classe 1 European Directive 2002 96 EC WEEE requires that any equipment that bears this symbol on product or packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste
14. erter receives valid link pulses it knows that the device to which it is connected is up and sending pulses and that the copper or fiber cable coming from that device is intact The appropriate LNK link LED is lit to indicate this The IMC Networks media converter also sends out link pulses from its copper and fiber transmitters but normally has no way of knowing whether the cable to the other device is intact and the link pulses are reaching the other end The combination of FiberAlert and LinkLoss allows this information to be obtained even when physical access to a remote device and its link integrity LED is not available FX LinkLoss FXLL FX LinkLoss is a troubleshooting feature When enabled if a fault occurs on the fiber segment of a conversation FX LinkLoss detects the fault and passes this information to the twisted pair segment If a media converter is not receiving a fiber link FX LinkLoss disables the transmitter on the media converter s twisted pair port This results in a loss of link on the device connected to the twisted pair port and the TXLL LED will blink TX LinkLoss TXLL TX LinkLoss is a troubleshooting feature When enabled if a fault occurs on the twisted pair segment of a conversion TX LinkLoss detects the fault and passes this information to the fiber segment If a media converter is not receiving a twisted pair link TX LinkLoss disables the transmitter on the media converter s fiber port This r
15. esults in a loss of the link on the device connected to the fiber port and the FXLL LED will blink Link Fault Pass Through LFPT Link Fault Pass Through LFPT is a troubleshooting feature that combines TX and FX LinkLoss from both the local and remote iMcV LIM modules LFPT is enabled by turning on both FX and TX LinkLoss on both modules This feature allows either end of the conversion to detect a link fault occurring at the other end of the media conversion chain a gt SEGMENT1 1 i CONNECTED DEVICE co o SEGMENT2 lt gt CPE SEGMENT 3 4 Regardless if there is a break in segment 1 2 or 3 the link will drop on the switches at both ends The link fault is passed through the media conversion and is observed at each end It acts just like it would if the devices were directly connected FiberAlert and Far End Fault Modules ship from the factory with troubleshooting features disabled Refer to the help file to enable disable this feature FiberAlert FA FiberAlert minimizes the problems associated with the loss of one strand of fiber If a strand is unavailable the IMC Networks device at the receiver end notes the loss of link The device will then stop transmitting data and the link signal until a signal or link pulse is received The result is that the link LED on BOTH sides of the fiber connection will go out indicating a fault somewhere in the fiber loop Usin
16. g FiberAlert a local site administrator is notified of a fault and can quickly determine where a cable fault is located Local Site Remote Site LED LED OFF Broken Link WARNING Enable FiberAlert at the remote side of a media conversion only Enabling it on both sides would keep both transmitters disabled indefinitely By default FA is disabled When enabled if a fault occurs on the fiber line affecting data in one direction FA stops sending signal in the opposite direction FXLL will act on this lack of signal propagating the loss of like to the copper port when FXLL is enabled Far End Fault By default FEF is disabled When enabled and a fault occurs on the fiber line affecting data in one direction an FEF signal will be sent in the opposite direction indicating the fault FXLL will act on this signal propagating the loss of link to the copper port when FXLL is enabled FEF versus FA FEF is preferred when the devices at both ends of the fiber can interpret the FEF signal This allows FEF to be turned on at both ends which will engage the FEF regardless of which direction the fault occurs Please refer to diagram on previous page For example if a fault should occur on segment 2 in the direction of segment 1 to 3 FEF would be engaged on the iMcV LIM between segment 2 and 3 This would then send a signal back to the iMcV LIM between segment 1 and 2 If the iMcV LIM between segment 1 and 2 is in a managed cha
17. h iMcV LIM includes one RJ 45 connector and one pair of ST or SC fiber optic connectors and or an SFP port which can support any fiber type Models with Configuration Control are identified by a label on the faceplate of the module Also available in a single strand fiber version iMCV LIM TX SSFX and iMcV LIM TX SFP with Configuration Control allow two wavelengths to share one fiber strand Full Duplex data travels on different wavelengths for example 1310 nm and 1550 nm doubling the capacity of fiber The iMcV LIM is SNMP manageable and can be installed into the modular SNMP manageable iMediaChassis as well as the MediaChassis series which are unmanaged Configuration Instructions The iMcV LIM has user configurable features e g FiberAlert FA TX LinkLoss TXLL FX LinkLoss FXLL Link Fault Pass Through LFPT and Far End Fault FEF Refer to the iMcV Module DIP Switch configuration table for information on available features Instructions for configuring both managed via an SNMP compatible management application like View and unmanaged modules follow Installing an iMcV Modules The iMcV Modules install in IMC Networks SNMP manageable iMediaChassis series or in any MediaChassis All modules are hot swappable To install an McV Module 1 Remove the blank bracket covering the slot where the module is to be installed by removing the screws on the outside edges of the bracket 2 Slide the iMcV
18. rrants to the original end user purchaser that this product EXCLUSIVE OF SOFTWARE shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper use in accordance with IMC Networks instructions and directions for a period of six 6 years after the original date of purchase This warranty is subject to the limitations set forth below At its option IMC Networks will repair or replace at no charge the product which proves to be defective within such warranty period This limited warranty shall not apply if the IMC Networks product has been damaged by unreasonable use accident negligence service or modification by anyone other than an authorized IMC Networks Service Technician or by any other causes unrelated to defective materials or workmanship Any replaced or repaired products or parts carry a ninety 90 day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period whichever is longer To receive in warranty service the defective product must be received at IMC Networks no later than the end of the warranty period The product must be accompanied by proof of purchase satisfactory to IMC Networks denoting product serial number and purchase date a written description of the defect and a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number issued by IMC Networks No products will be accepted by IMC Networks which do not have an RMA number For an RMA number contact IMC Networks at PHONE 800 624 1070 in the U S and Canada or 949 46
19. ssis the chassis would send a trap that the port is down Alternatively if the iMcV LIM is not in a managed chassis FXLL could be engaged to propagate the fault onto the copper port this would cause segment 1 to show no link on both ends FA is used when connecting to a device that does not support FEF If an FEF signal is sent to a device that does not support FEF the device acts as if there is still a good connection The FEF signal is mistaken for data FA works similar to FEF in that when there is a fault in one direction of the fiber it acts on the fiber in the opposite direction But unlike FEF FA sends no signal Because of this FA can not be enabled on both ends If it is enabled and a fault occurs FA will turn signal off in the opposite direction the device on the other side of the fiber will see the loss of signal and engage FA turning off signal The net result will be the signal turned off in both directions even after the fault has been repaired It is highly recommended that only one is chosen either FEF or FA If both are selected FA will take precedence over FEF For more information on LinkLoss FiberAlert visit the IMC Networks Web site at http www imcnetworks com support If unsure of how to implement these features in a specific configuration contact IMC Networks Technical Support at 800 624 1070 U S Canada 32 16 550880 Europe or via e mail at techsupport imcnetworks com Auto Negotiation on iMcV L
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