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iConverter 2FXM2 Media Converter
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Network Interface Device
STANDALONE AND PLUG-IN MODULE
USER MANUAL
Release 3.4
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Table of Contents 1.0 Overview ....................................................................................................................3 1.1 General Description....................................................................................................3 1.1.1 Advanced Features ....................................................................................................3 2.0 Port Structure .................................................................................
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1.0 OVERVIEW This document describes the installation and configuration of the iConverter 2FXM2 standalone Network Interface Device and plug-in modules. The difference between the module types are indicated using the following legend throughout this User Manual: SA - Standalone PI - Plug-In 1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ® The Omnitron iConverter 2FXM2 Network Interface Device (NID) with integrated management provides Fast Ethernet (100BASE-FX) fiber-to-fiber media conversion. It is also a managed op
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2.0 PORT STRUCTURE 2.1 OVERVIEW The front panel of the 2FXM2 provides access to the management (serial console) and fiber ports. The SFP fiber ports support 100BASE-FX transceivers. The plug-in module features two additional Ethernet ports for connectivity via the chassis backplane. 2.1.1 Management Port PI SA The 2FXM2 features a Serial RS-232 Console Port (aka Craft Interface) which can be connected to a computer for initial setup and configuration. The Serial Console Port is accessed t
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“A” Data bus “B” Data bus AAAA A AAAA AAAA A AAAA A BBB B BBBBBBBBBBBBBBB 1 2 3 4 5 6789 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19-Module Chassis “A” Data bus “B” Data bus “A” Data bus Managed Power Chassis AB B A AB B A AB B A ™ 12 3 4 5 iConverter AB by Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc. 12 3 4 5 5-Module Chassis 2-Module Chassis B A UTP Ports 1-Module Redundant Chassis 3.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 3.1 OVERVIEW The following steps outline the installation and configuration procedures for the 2FXM2.
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Switch 1 Bank 2 Switch 8 Switch 1 Bank 1 Switch 8 Left Right DIP-switch Locations 3.2.1 Board-Mounted Bank 1 Settings PI SA DIP-switch Bank 1 is available on both the plug-in and standalone modules. The table indicates the position of the switch; Left/Down or Right/Up. As indicated in the DIP-switch location diagram, Left and Right refers to the plug-in module and Down and Up refers to the standalone module. (Left/Right) (Up/Down) PI SA Left/Down Switch Right/Up (Factory Default) Off: O
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NOTE: DIP-switches marked Reserved must be kept in the Left (factory default) position. 3.2.1.5 SW5 - Fiber Port 2 Full/Half Duplex “FDX/HDX” When the DIP-switch is in the Full Duplex “FDX” position (factory default), the fiber port facilitates a connection that supports Full-Duplex operation. Setting this DIP-switch to Half-Duplex “HDX” facilitates a connection that supports only Half-Duplex. 3.2.1.6 SW6, SW7, SW8 - Link Modes These three DIP-switches configure the link mode settings. The fol
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3.2.2 Board-Mounted Bank 2 Settings PI DIP-switch Bank 2 is only available on the plug-in module. Switch Left (Factory Default) Right SW1 A-DS: A-EN: Backplane Port A Disabled Port A Enabled SW2 B-DS: B-EN: Backplane Port B Disabled Port B Enabled SW3 Reserved Reserved SW4 M/SL: SL: Master/Slave Auto-Select Slave-Mode Only SW5 - SW8 Reserved Reserved 3.2.2.1 SW1 - Backplane Port A Enabled “A-DS/A-EN” When the DIP-switch is in the Left “A-DS” position (factory default), Backp
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3.3 INSTALLING PLUG-IN MODULES AND CONNECTING CABLES PI a. Carefully slide the module into an open slot in the chassis. Align the module with the installation guides and ensure that the module is firmly seated against the backplane. Secure the module by fastening the front panel thumbscrew (push in and turn clockwise to tighten) to the chassis front. Verify the “Pwr” LED is ON (indicating the chassis is powered). SA a. The 2FXM2 standalone Network Interface Device (NID) is available in tableto
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3.4 CONFIGURE THE MODULE VIA COMMAND LINE INTERFACE PI SA To configure, attach the 2FXM2 to a DB-9 serial (RS-232) equipped computer with terminal emulation software such as HyperTerminal. The 2FXM2 Serial Console Port (DCE) is a mini DIN-6 female connector which can be changed to a DB-9 connector with the included adapter (Part #8082-0). Attach the ends of a serial cable to the serial port of the PC and the Serial Console Port of the 2FXM2. This is a standard asynchronous serial interface
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The Management Options screen will be displayed. PI SA Management Options iConverter, Serial Agent Network Management 1: Chassis and Module Management 2: Set Module Identifier Management Module Preferences 3: IP and Control Preferences 4: SNMP Preferences 5: Abandon Preference Changes 6: Save Preference Changes 7: Restore to Factory Defaults 8: Restart Management Module 9: Other Networking Features Management Module Maintenance 10: Firmware Update 11: Set Date/Time IP Add
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3.4.1 Setting IP and Control Preferences An IP address is required for the SNMP manager to address the 2FXM2. The factory default setting is 192.168.1.220. The IP address can be configured manually or automatically as a DHCP client. 3.4.1.1 Setting IP Parameters Manually To manually configure the IP address and control parameters, select 3 from the Management Options screen. The IP and Control Preferences screen will appear. PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1:
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PI SA Management Options iConverter, Serial Agent Network Management 1: Chassis and Module Management 2: Set Module Identifier Management Module Preferences 3: IP and Control Preferences 4: SNMP Preferences 5: Abandon Preference Changes 6: Save Preference Changes 7: Restore to Factory Defaults 8: Restart Management Module 9: Other Networking Features Management Module Maintenance 10: Firmware Update 11: Set Date/Time IP Address = 192.168.1.220 Chassis Number = 1 Ente
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PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1: Set IP 192.168.1.220 2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1 4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2FXM2 6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled 9: TELNET Password ***** 10: FTP Password 11: Serial Password Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it > To save the new values, select 0 and
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PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1: Set IP 192.168.1.220 2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1 4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2FXM2 6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled 9: TELNET Password ***** 10: FTP Password 11: Serial Password Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it > To save the new values, select 0 and
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PI SA SNMP Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent Chassis Number = 1 SNMP Engine ID 80001CAE03000687003B19 1: sysContact Omnitron (949) 250-6510 2: sysLocation Irvine, CA USA 3: SNMP Writes Enabled SNMP v1/v2c ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4: Read Community ***** 5: Write Community ***** 6: Agent Enabled SNMP V3 -----------------------------------------------------------------------
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authNoPriv provides authentication based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithm and authPriv provides DES 56-bit encryption based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithm. To set User 1 security, select 10 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press and then follow the screen prompts. To set the User 2 security, select 13 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press and then follow the screen prompts. To set User 1 privacy password, select 11 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press and then follow the screen prom
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3.4.3 Enabling/Disabling Soft-switch Reload The Soft-switch Reload function controls the configurations of the 2FXM2 and other iConverter modules managed by the 2FXM2 following a power up. When the Soft-switch Reload is disabled, the configurations of the 2FXM2 and the other managed modules (non-management modules) following a return of power are determined by their hardware DIP-switch settings. When the Soft-switch Reload is enabled, the configurations of the 2FXM2 and the other managed modules
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3.4.4 Access the 2FXM2 Remotely Remote access to the 2FXM2 is provided via SNMP, Telnet, FTP or an external serial modem connected to the Serial Console Port. 3.4.4.1 Accessing the 2FXM2 via NetOutlook (SNMP) The 2FXM2 module can be remotely accessed by SNMP-client software such as Omnitron’s NetOutlook SNMP Management Software or third-party SNMP management software. See Setting SNMP Preferences Section 3.4.2, on how to configure the required parameters. NetOutlook Chassis View and Trap Log Sc
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PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1: Set IP 192.168.1.220 2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1 4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2FXM2 6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled 9: TELNET Password ***** 10: FTP Password 11: Serial Password Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >6 Disable TELNET (Y/N)?> To save the n
