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McPC 10/100
(ISA & PCI Versions)
Operation Manual
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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 inte
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Table of Contents FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement ....................................................ii Warranty............................................................................................................ii About the McPC 10/100 ....................................................................................1 PCI Version........................................................................................................2 Installing the McPC 10/100 (PCI Ver
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About the McPC 10/100 The McPC TX/FX is an IEEE 802.3 single-conversion PC media converter card that converts: • 10Base-T twisted pair and 10Base-FL multi-mode or single mode fiber, or • 100Base-TX twisted pair and 100Base-FX multi mode or single mode fiber. The McPC 10/100 can be installed in any PC with a standard PCI or ISA slot. It includes diagnostic LEDs for each port, and a 4-pin peripheral power supply connector. 1
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PCI Version Installing the McPC 10/100 (PCI Version) Offering plug-and-play operation, the McPC 10/100 comes ready to install, utilizing power from the PC’s power supply. To install the McPC 10/100: 1. Turn off the PC 2. Remove its cover 3. Find an empty PCI slot 4. Align the McPC 10/100 in the slot 5. Screw the the McPC 10/100 into the computer casing’s bracket 6. Make sure the McPC 10/100 does not extend past the edge of the case 7. Attach the keyed mini-power connector to the
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The table below shows the DIP Switch settings for McPC 10/100: Feature Switch # Function Default LFD 5 Link Fault Detection (Available in Force modes only) OFF Auto Negotiation Mode (Valid only when Force mode AN 6 ON is disabled) Force Mode – Forces the converter to operate at 10 or Force 7 OFF 100 Mbps as determined by switch 8 Valid only when switch 7 is ON. When ON, the converter operates at 10 Mbps. When 10/100 8 OFF OFF, the converter operates at 100 Mpbs. 8 is only 7 is
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Modes of Operation (PCI Version) The McPC 10/100 features three modes of operation: Auto Negotiation mode (AN), Force-10 mode and Force-100 mode. Configure the McPC 10/100 for one of these modes (factory default is Auto Negotiation mode). Refer to the Link Fault Detection section for information on Link Fault Detection (LFD). NOTE The McPC 10/100 cannot be manually set for Half- or Full-Duplex. Duplex is determined by the devices to which the McPC 10/100 is connected. Auto Negoti
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There is no Auto Negotiation in either of the Force modes. Auto Negotiation (PCI Version) When connecting two McPC 10/100s between two end stations (devices such as switches, hubs and repeaters), all devices in the media conversion should ideally support, and be utilizing, Auto Negotiation functionality. While it is possible to have Auto Negotiating devices on one side of the media conversion and fixed (non-Auto Negotiating) devices on the other, link LEDs will react differently depending
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When the McPC 10/100 is in one of the Force modes, enable LFD by setting 5 to the ON position. Disable LFD by resetting 5 to its default, OFF, position. In order for LFD to function properly, Force mode must be enabled by setting 7 to ON with either 8 ON for 10 Mbps or 8 OFF for100 Mbps. NOTE 6 must also be ON when enabling LFD. LFD On Positions for 10 Mbps LFD On Positions for 100 Mbps NOTE When using the LFD feature, if the DIP Switches are in any other combination t
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LED Indicators (PCI Version) The McPC 10/100 features four diagnostic LEDs. The following are the LED functions on the twisted pair port: FX Link LED Power LED FX Activity LED Auto Negotiation LED FX 100 Mbps Active LED Link Fault Detection LED TX Link
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ISA Version Installing the McPC 10/100 (ISA Version) Offering plug-and-play operation, the McPC 10/100 comes ready to install, utilizing power from the PC’s power supply. To install the McPC 10/100: 11. Turn off the PC 12. Remove its cover 13. Find an empty ISA slot 14. Align the McPC 10/100 in the slot 15. Screw the the McPC 10/100 into the computer casing’s bracket 16. Make sure the McPC 10/100 does not extend past the edge of the case 17. Attach the keyed mini-power connecto
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Configuring the McPC 10/100 (ISA Version) Before installing, configure McPC 10/100 for desired features using the DIP Switch located as shown below on the printed circuit board (PCB). The following illustration shows the location of the DIP Switch as well as its default settings. Consult the chart below for the function of each switch. The table below shows the DIP Switch settings for McPC 10/100: Feature Switch # Function Default LFD 5 Link Fault Detection (Available in Force modes
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Modes of Operation (ISA Version) The McPC 10/100 features three modes of operation: Auto Negotiation mode, Force-10 mode and Force-100 mode. Configure the McPC 10/100 for one of these modes (factory default is Auto Negotiation mode). Refer to the Link Fault Detection section for information on Link Fault Detection. NOTE The McPC 10/100 cannot be manually set for Half- or Full-Duplex. Duplex is determined by the devices to which the McPC 10/100 is connected. Auto Negotiation mode i
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There is no Auto Negotiation in either of the Force modes. Auto Negotiation (ISA Version) When connecting two McPC 10/100s between two end stations (devices such as switches, hubs and repeaters), all devices in the media conversion should ideally support, and be utilizing, Auto Negotiation functionality. While it is possible to have Auto Negotiating devices on one side of the media conversion and fixed (non-Auto Negotiating) devices on the other, link LEDs will react differently depending
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When the McPC 10/100 is in one of the Force modes, enable LFD by setting 5 to the ON position. Disable LFD by resetting 5 to its default, OFF, position. In order for LFD to function properly, Force mode must be enabled by setting 7 to ON with either 8 ON for 10 Mbps or 8 OFF for100 Mbps. NOTE: 6 must also be ON when enabling LFD. LFD On Positions for 10 Mbps LFD On Positions for 100 Mbps NOTE When using the LFD feature, if the DIP Switches are in any other combination than
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LED Indicators (ISA Version) The McPC 10/100 features four diagnostic LEDs. The following are the LED functions on the twisted pair port: Crossover/Pass- TX Link TX 100 Mbps Activity LED Through Switch TX Activity Link Fault Detection LED FX 100 Mbps
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Specifications (PCI and ISA Versions) Environmental Operating Temperature 32° - 104° F (0° - 40° C) Storage Temperature 0° - 160° F (-20° - 71° C) Humidity: 5 - 95% (non-condensing) Current Draw: 0.7A @ 5VDC Electrical Input Load 5V 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 14
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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. 1. 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. 2. Dust caps are in
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Safety Certifications UL/CUL: Listed to Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business Equipment. CE: The products described herein comply with the Council Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and the Council Directive on Electrical Equipment Designed for use within Certain Voltage Limits (2006/95/EC). Certified to Safety of Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment. For further details, contact IMC Netw
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