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TigerSwitch Module
Gigabit Uplink Module for
TigerSwitch 10/100 Switches
User Guide
SMC6724L2GSSC
SMC6724L2GLSC
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TigerSwitch Module User Guide From SMC’s Tiger line of feature-rich workgroup LAN solutions 6 Hughes Irvine, CA 92618 August 2001 Phone: (949) 707-2400 Pub. # 150547-102 R02
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Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. Copyright © 2001 by SMC Networks, Inc. 6 Hughes Irvine, CA 92618 All rights
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LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All SMC products carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller. SMC may, at its own discretion, repair or replace any product not operating as warranted with a similar or functionally equivalent product, during the applicable
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LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN SMC PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT IN QUESTION, AT SMC’S OPTION. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SMC NEITHER ASSUME
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COMPLIANCES FCC - Class A This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equi
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COMPLIANCES EC Conformance Declaration - Class A SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II, o a Calle Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2 , 4 , 08970 - Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain. This information technology equipment complies with the requirements of the Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the Approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility and 73/23/EEC for electrical equipment used within certain voltage limits and
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COMPLIANCES Industry Canada - Class A This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Description of Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Installing the Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Equipment Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Handling the Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DESCRIPTION OF HARDWARE SMC’s TigerSwitch™ Gigabit Extender Module provides a Gigabit fiber port that can be used for a high-speed backbone or server connection. The SMC6724L2GSSC contains one 1000BASE-SX multimode fiber port that can be connected to a site up to 550 m (1805 ft) away. The SMC6724L2GLSC contains one 1000BASE-LX single-mode fiber port that can be connected to a site up to 5 km (16,404 ft) away. 1000BASE-SX Module TX RX SMC6724L2GSSC 1000BASE-LX Module TX RX SMC6724L2GLSC Gig
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DESCRIPTION OF HARDWARE 2
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INSTALLING THE MODULE CAUTION: The SMC6724L2GSSC and SMC6724L2GLSC modules are designed for the SMC6724L2 and SMC6724L3. These modules may only be installed in these switches. Do not try to install them in any other TigerSwitch units. Contact your distributor for advice on newly released switches that may be designed for use with this module. The TigerSwitch 10/100 Extender Module is field installable. Just follow the instructions below. Equipment Checklist After unpacking the Gigabit Exte
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INSTALLING THE MODULE Handling the Modules CAUTION: The modules can easily be damaged by electrostatic discharge. To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following guidelines: Do not remove the module from its packaging until you are ready to install it. Do not touch any of the module’s pins, connectors or components. Hold the module only by its edges or front panel. Wear an anti-static wristband connected to a suitable earth ground whenever handling the module. Store or tran
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INSTALLING THE MODULE 4. Remove the installed module or faceplate: Firmly pull on the screws until the module is free of the switch. Carefully slide the module straight out of the slot. Keep the original faceplate for future use. If you should remove the module, replace the faceplate to prevent dust and debris from entering the unit and to maintain proper air flow. Slot 1 Slot 2 5. Insert the new module into the switch: Holding the new module with the text on the front panel upright, caref
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INSTALLING THE MODULE 6. Secure the new module: Secure the new module in place by screwing the attached screws clockwise into the switch’s chassis. Tighten them enough to secure the module, but not so tight as to prevent them from being unscrewed by hand. 7. Connect the network cable: Connect fiber cable to the port on the newly installed module. See “Cable Specifications” on page 9 in this guide for further information. Slot 1 Slot 2 8. Power on the switch: Reconnect the previously remov
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TROUBLESHOOTING If you experience any problems with the module, check the following items before contacting SMC Technical Support: Ensure that the switch with the Gigabit Extender Module is powered up. Ensure that the device attached to the module is powered up and operating correctly. Ensure that the module is properly seated in the slot. Verify that the attached device is configured to match the communication mode used by the module (1 Gbps and full duplex). Check the connector
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