Omnitron iConverter 4Tx
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1. OST Omnitron Systems Technology Inc iConverter 4Tx 4 Port 10 100BASE TX Managed Ethernet Switch User Manual P1 P2 P3 P4 Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 _ a w wer were we For wide temperature 40 to 60 C modules add a W to the end of the model number Consult factory for other configurations and extended temperature 40 to 75 C modules OVERVIEW The Omnitron iConverter 41x Managed Switch module is a compact 4 Port 10 100 Ethernet switch that can be expanded across the iConverter chassis When installed in an iConverter chassis the 4Tx features two 10 100 Ethernet Backplane Ports that connect to adjacent iConverter modules This design permits flexible network configurations like the unique in band management remote access of management module without additional wire uplink and versatile multi module configurations see APPLICATION EXAMPLE section of this manual for details The Converter 19 Module 5 Module and 2 Module chassis all have Backplanes that facilitate connectivity between adjacent modules The iConverter 1 Module chassis supports 4Tx as standalone 4 Port switch The 4Tx supports UTP auto negotiation for 10 100Mbps speeds in Full Duplex and Half Duplex modes and also features automatic UTP crossover capability for hassle free attachment to hubs switches and workstations DIP switches are available for configuring UTP Ports 1 and 2 with all four ports configurable via softwar2. Fax 949 250 6514 Address Omnitron Systems Technology Inc 140 Technology Dr 500 Irvine CA 92618 USA E mail support omnitron systems com URL www omnitron systems com Page 10 When a UTP port is configured for Auto Negotiation either by setting the AN MAN DIP switch to AN position or via software control automatic crossover detection is enabled for that particular UTP port Automatic crossover detection is disabled when the UTP port is configured for manual negotiation UTP 10 100Mbps 10 100 DIP Switch for Port 1 or Port 2 When the UTP AN MAN DIP switch described above is in the manual MAN position the 10 100 DIP switch determines the speed of operation for the designated UTP port Setting the 10 100 DIP switch to UTP 100Mbps 100 position factory default forces the UTP port to operate at 100Mbps Setting this DIP switch to UTP 10Mbps 10 position forces the UTP port to operate at 10Mbps Adjust the 10 100 DIP switch to match the speed of the connecting UTP device When the UTP AN MAN DIP switch is in the Auto Negotiate AN position and the UTP 10 100 DIP switch is in the 100 position the UTP port Auto Negotiates to 100Mbps or 10Mbps When in the 10 position the UTP port only operates at 10Mbps UTP Full Half Duplex HD FD DIP Switch for Port 1 or Port 2 When the UTP AN MAN DIP switch described above is in the manua
3. a 10 100Mbps UTP to Fiber media converter with integrated management capability The 10 100M provides the long haul network uplink via the 100 Fiber Port and the 4Tx distributes the network service locally via the 4 port 10 100 UTP Switch along with the 10 100M s 100 UTP Port Therefore the 4Tx and the 10 100M form a managed 5 port switch with a fiber uplink Additional expandability is available by connecting other iConverter modules to the chassis Page 3 Warning The operating description in this Instruction Manual is for use by qualified personnel only To avoid electrical shock do not perform any servicing of this unit other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified and certified to do so by Omnitron Systems Technology Inc Warranty This product is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for a period of TWO YEARS from the date of shipment A LIFETIME warranty may be obtained by the original purchaser by REGISTERING this product with Omnitron within 90 days from the date of shipment TO REGISTER COMPLETE AND MAIL OR FAX THE ENCLOSED REGISTRATION FORM TO THE INDICATED ADDRESS Or you may register your product on the Internet at www omnitron systems com During the warranty period Omnitron will at its option repair or replace a product which is proven to be defective For warranty service the product must be sent to an Omnitron designated fac
4. ports and reporting of MIB statistics MIB statistics are available for 32 variables per port reporting a wide range of real time packet statistics to provide performance and operational monitoring Note that software control for configuring Advanced Features listed above requires a chassis with an iConverter Management Module such as the Network Management Module NMM or the 10 100M Media Converter with Integrated Management For more information on using and configuring the Advanced Features please refer to the NetOutlook Management Software user manual PORT STRUCTURE Front Panel and Backplane Ports Using a 6 port switch architecture the 4Tx features four 10 100Mbps UTP ports on the front panel and two additional 10 100Mpbs Ethernet connections on the Backplane Ports A and B The Backplane Ports allow Backplane Ethernet connectivity between adjacent modules in an iConverter chassis Between each two adjacent chassis slots is a Backplane Link A or B which can carry the 10 100Mbps Ethernet data between the two modules Some switch based iConverter modules have a Backplane Port A and a Backplane Port B When the Backplane Ports are enabled the Converter module can communicate via the Ethernet Backplane Link A and B with other switch based modules in adjacent slots The Backplane Port A and Port B can be independently enabled When the 4Tx Backplane Ports A and B are enabled configurable using board mo
5. such as a Network Management Module NMM or a 10 100M Media Converter with Integrated Management The following settings can be controlled via Serial Console Telnet Console NetOutlook Management Software or other third party SNMP based clients Enabling 10 100 Ethernet Backplane Port A and B UTP Ports 1 4 Auto Manual Negotiation mode selection UTP Ports 1 4 10 100 speed selection UTP Ports 1 4 Full Half Duplex mode selection PortVLAN for UTP Ports and Backplane Ports Port Access Control for UTP Ports MIB Statistics Reporting Software controlled settings can be selected to override DIP switch settings For more information on using and configuring the Advanced Features please refer to the NetOutlook Management Software user manual Page 6 Notes Form 040 08480 001D 9 07 Page 12
6. e control Page 1 MOUNTING AND CABLE ATTACHMENT iConverter modules are hot swappable and can be installed into any chassis in the iConverter family 1 After configuring the DIP switches carefully slide the iConverter module into the installation slot aligning the module with the installation guides Ensure that the module is firmly seated against the Backplane 2 Secure the module by fastening the panel thumb screw attached to the module to chassis front 3 If the chassis also has a management module installed configure the 4Tx via the management module 4 Attach the UTP ports via a Category 5 cable to a 10BASE T or 100BASE TX Ethernet device LED INDICATORS LED Color Description Power Yellow On Power Port 1 100 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 1 10 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 2 100 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 2 10 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 3 100 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 3 10 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 4 100 Link Green On Link Blink activity Port 4 10 Link Green On Link Blink activity Page 7 4Tx Advanced Features The 4Tx features PortVLAN control on the UTP and Backplane Ports PortVLAN restricts broadcast data to predetermined network paths therefore eliminating unauthorized packet sniffing Other advanced features include Port Access Control which facilitates enabling and disabling of individual UTP
7. ility at Buyer s expense Omnitron will pay the shipping charge to return the product to Buyer s designated US address using Omnitron s standard shipping method Limitation of Warranty The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate use and or maintenance of the equipment by Buyer Buyer supplied equipment Buyer supplied interfacing unauthorized modifications or tampering with equipment including removal of equipment cover by personnel not specifically authorized and certified by Omnitron or misuse or operating outside the environmental specification of the product including but not limited to voltage ambient temperature radiation unusual dust etc or improper site preparation or maintenance No other warranty is expressed or implied Omnitron specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose Page 9 DIP SWITCH SETTINGS BP AEN BP B EN MAN AN 10 100 7 3 HD FD_ MAN AN 10 100 9 lt HD FD _ Left Position Right Position Fig 2 4Tx DIP Switch Label Backplane Port A Enable Disable BP A EN DIP Switch When this DIP switch is in the RIGHT position factory default the 4Tx Backplane Port A is disabled and isolated from the Backplane To enable the Backplane Port A the DIP switch should be set to the BP A EN position Enabling the 4Tx Backplane Port A allows Ethernet connectiv
8. ity to an adjacent module via the Backplane A Link Backplane Port A Enable Disable BP B EN DIP Switch When this DIP switch is in the RIGHT position factory default the 4Tx Backplane Port B is disabled and isolated from the Backplane To enable the Backplane Port B the DIP switch should be set to the BP B EN position Enabling the 4Tx Backplane Port B allows Ethernet connectivity to an adjacent module via the Backplane B Link UTP Auto Manual Negotiate AN MAN DIP Switch for Port 1 or Port 2 When this DIP switch is in the UTP Auto Negotiate AN position factory default the designated UTP port automatically determines the speed and duplex mode of the connecting UTP device If the connecting UTP device cannot provide the proper signal to indicate its own mode of operation then the DIP switch should be set to the UTP Manual mode MAN position Manual mode requires manually configuring the UTP port to match the speed and the duplex mode of the connecting UTP device configurable using the 10 100 and HD FD DIP switches Page 4 Exclusive Remedies The remedies provided herein are the Buyer s sole and exclusive remedies Omnitron shall not be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages whether based on contract tort or any legal theory TECHNICAL SUPPORT For help with this product contact our Technical Support Phone 949 250 6510
9. l MAN position the UTP Full Half Duplex HD FD DIP switch determines the duplex operation mode for the UTP port Setting the UTP Full Half Duplex HD FD DIP switch to UTP Full Duplex FD factory default position forces the UTP port to operate in Full Duplex Setting this DIP switch to UTP Half Duplex HD forces the UTP port to operate in Half Duplex Adjust the UTP Half Full Duplex DIP switch to match duplex mode the connecting UTP device When the UTP AN MAN DIP switch is in the Auto Negotiate AN position and the UTP Full Half Duplex DIP switch is in the Full Duplex FD position the UTP port Auto Negotiates to Full or Half Duplex When in the Half Duplex HDX position the UTP port functions only in Half Duplex Page 5 Notes Page 11 Port 1 UTP Crossover Workstation Switch Switch not shown When the UTP AN MAN DIP switch described above is in the manual MAN position the Workstation Switch switch is set depending on the type of network device which is connected to Port 1 When connecting Port 1 to a workstation set switch to Straight Through Workstation position factory default When connecting to a network switch or a hub set switch to crossover X Switch position Software Controlled Switch Settings Additional settings are available via software control when a 4Tx is installed in an iConverter chassis with a Management Module
10. unted DIP switches BP A EN and BP B EN they connect via the chassis Backplane Links A and B to the adjacent module slots on the left and right side of the 4Tx module Through Page 2 4Tx SPECIFICATIONS Protocols 10BASE T 100BASE TX UTP Connectors RJ 45 UTP X over Port 1 BP Enable Auto Man 10 100 FDX HDX Power 10 100 UTP Link Model Type Controls LED Displays W 0 85 x D 4 5 x H 2 8 Compliance UL CE FCC Class A Power Requirement 0 9A 3 3VDC typical C Standard 0 to 50 Temperature Wide 40 to 60 C Storage 40 to 80 C Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing 100m to 4000m 910 000 MTBF hrs Page 8 the 10 100 Ethernet Bankplane Links the 4Tx module can expand network configuration with other switch based iConverter modules that have Backplane Ports such as the 10 100M or an additional 4Tx APPLICATION EXAMPLE 4Tx Backplane Application Chassis Backplane o eee Internal 10 100 switch chip Internal 10 100 witch chip 100 Serial 10 100 4 port 10 100 UTP Fiber port DIN UTP port Switch 10 100M Module 4Tx Module Fig 1 4Tx Backplane Application Figure 1 illustrates one of the many applications of the 4Tx when used in an iConverter Chassis By enabling Backplane Port A on both modules the 4Tx in slot 2 is communicating to the 10 100M in slot 1 via the Backplane Link A The connected tConverter 10 100M module is
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