IMC Networks Computer Hardware MCPC 10 100 User Manual

McPC 10/100  
(ISA & PCI Versions)  
Operation Manual  
 
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 Version) .......................................................2  
Configuring the McPC 10/100 (PCI Version)...................................................2  
Modes of Operation (PCI Version)..................................................................4  
Auto Negotiation (PCI Version).......................................................................5  
Transparency (PCI Version) ............................................................................5  
Link Fault Detection (PCI Version)..................................................................5  
LED Indicators (PCI Version)...........................................................................7  
ISA Version ........................................................................................................8  
Installing the McPC 10/100 (ISA Version)........................................................8  
Configuring the McPC 10/100 (ISA Version) ...................................................9  
Modes of Operation (ISA Version)................................................................10  
Auto Negotiation (ISA Version).....................................................................11  
Transparency (ISA Version)...........................................................................11  
Link Fault Detection (ISA Version)................................................................11  
Twisted Pair Crossover/Pass-Through Button (ISA Version)............................12  
LED Indicators (ISA Version).........................................................................13  
Link Fault Detection LED Activity (ISA Version) ............................................13  
Specifications (PCI and ISA Versions)................................................................14  
IMC Networks Technical Support.....................................................................14  
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines.......................................................................15  
Safety Certifications..........................................................................................16  
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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
 
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 McPC 10/100  
8. Attach the male end of the “Y” connector to one of the computer’s standard size  
power connectors  
9. Replace the cover  
10. Attach the cables between the McPC 10/100 and the devices that will be  
interconnected  
NOTE  
The McPC 10/100 DOES NOT plug into the motherboard. McPC 10/100 draws  
power from the computer; no additional power source is necessary.  
Configuring the McPC 10/100 (PCI 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.  
2
 
The table below shows the DIP Switch settings for McPC 10/100:  
Feature  
Switch #  
Function  
Default  
OFF  
LFD  
5
Link Fault Detection (Available in Force modes only)  
Auto Negotiation Mode (Valid only when Force mode  
is disabled)  
AN  
6
7
ON  
Force Mode – Forces the converter to operate at 10 or  
Force  
OFF  
100 Mbps as determined by switch  
Valid only when switch is ON.  
When ON, the converter operates at 10 Mbps. When  
OFF, the converter operates at 100 Mpbs. is only  
is ON  
8
7
10/100  
8
OFF  
8
valid in Force Mode, i.e. when switch  
7
NOTE  
Switch #'s 1 – 4 are factory configured – DO NOT CHANGE  
3
 
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 Negotiation mode is the mode most ideally suited for the McPC 10/100. In  
this mode, the converter will optimally and automatically configure for speed (10 or  
100 Mbps) depending on the capabilities of the end stations.  
To enable Auto Negotiation mode, set switch  
6
to the ON position, with switches  
7
and  
8
in the OFF position.  
Auto Negotiation Mode  
In Force 10 mode, theMcPC10/100 acts as a 10Base-T to 10Base-FL media  
converter; 100 Mbps signals are not accepted.  
To enable Force 10 mode, set switch  
the OFF position.  
7
and  
8
to the ON position, with switch  
6
in  
Force 10 Mode  
In Force 100 mode, the McPC 10/100 acts as a 100Base-TX to 100Base-SX multi-  
mode or 100Base-FX single-mode fiber media converter; 10 Mbps signals are not  
accepted.  
To enable Force 100 mode, set switch  
the OFF position.  
7
to the ON position, with switches  
6
and  
8
in  
Force 100 Mode  
4
 
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 on where  
a link fault occurs. Therefore, IMC recommends:  
Configuring every device in the media conversion for Auto Negotiation.  
For installations where Auto Negotiation is NOT possible from one end of the  
media conversion to the other, manually configure all devices for 10 Mbps or  
100 Mbps connections.  
Transparency (PCI Version)  
Transparency is only available when using Auto Negotiation mode; it is not available  
in either of the two Force modes. When the McPC 10/100 is Auto Negotiating,  
Transparency treats the connection between the two end devices as if there were no  
media converters installed. For example, in a typical application where two media  
converters are installed between two copper-based switches, the twisted pair cables  
as well as the fiber cable are seen as a single entity. Therefore, if a fault occurs on  
any segment between the two end devices, link LEDs on the end devices will  
extinguish.  
Transparency is available when the McPC 10/100 is operating in Auto Negotiation  
mode. Therefore  
6
(AN) must be ON and  
5
(LFD),  
7
(Force) and  
8
(10 or 100) must  
be OFF  
.
Transparency  
Link Fault Detection (PCI Version)  
Link Fault Detection (LFD) is only available when using Force 10 or Force 100 mode.  
It is not available in Auto Negotiation mode. When LFD is enabled and the input link  
is down at one interface to the McPC 10/100, the transmitter output on that interface  
will blink. It applies to both network interfaces and to both data rates. If the link at  
the other interface to the McPC 10/100 is also down, there is no output. LFD causes  
the Link Up indicator of the link partner to blink.  
5
 
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 to its default, OFF, position. In order for  
5
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  
listed above, the module may exhibit erratic behavior.  
Twisted Pair Crossover/Pass-Through Button (PCI Version)  
The McPC 10/100 features a crossover/pass-through button, located on the faceplate  
next to the RJ-45 connector, to set the twisted pair connection type. Select a pass-  
through connection by pressing the button. A crossover connection is selected when  
the button is OUT. If it is not known which connection is needed, set the button to  
whatever setting makes the twisted pair LNK (link) LED glow.  
Crossover/Pass-Through Switch  
6
 
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  
FX Activity LED  
Power LED  
Auto Negotiation LED  
FX 100 Mbps Active LED  
Link Fault Detection LED  
TX 100 Mbps Activity LED  
TX Link  
TX Activity  
Crossover/ Pass-  
Through Switch  
Twisted Pair Port  
P
Green when the unit has power  
AN  
LFD  
100  
Green when Auto Negotiation mode is enabled  
Green when Link Fault Detection is enabled  
Yellow when a 100 Mbps connection is detected  
NOTE  
This feature is only available when either Force 10 or Force 100 mode is enabled.  
For more on this feature, see the LFD LED Activity section, below.)  
Fiber Port  
LNK  
ACT  
100  
Green when a twisted pair link is established  
Yellow when activity is detected on the port  
Yellow when a 100 Mbps connection is detected  
Link Fault Detection LED Activity (PCI Version)  
When LFD is enabled and a fault occurs on a segment of the media conversion, the  
various Link LEDs in that conversion will either blink or extinguish. LEDs may react  
differently depending on the type of end devices in the conversion, whether the  
McPC 10/100 is in Force 10 or Force 100 mode, where the fault occurs, etc. For  
questions, please contact Technical Support.  
NOTE  
Twisted pair AND fiber optic cables must be connected, and the twisted pair  
crossover/pass-through switch set correctly, before either LNK LED will glow solid.  
7
 
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 connector to the McPC 10/100  
18. Attach the male end of the “Y” connector to one of the computer’s standard size  
power connectors  
19. Replace the cover  
20. Attach the cables between the McPC 10/100 and the devices that will be  
interconnected  
NOTE  
The McPC 10/100 DOES NOT plug into the motherboard. McPC 10/100 draws  
power from the computer; no additional power source is necessary.  
8
 
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  
LFD  
Switch #  
Function  
Default  
OFF  
5
Link Fault Detection (Available in Force modes only)  
Auto Negotiation Mode (Valid only when Force mode  
is disabled)  
AN  
6
7
ON  
Force Mode – Forces the converter to operate at 10 or  
Force  
OFF  
100 Mbps as determined by switch  
Valid only when switch is ON.  
When ON, the converter operates at 10 Mbps. When  
OFF, the converter operates at 100 Mpbs. is only  
is ON  
8
7
10/100  
8
OFF  
8
valid in Force Mode, i.e. when switch  
7
NOTE  
Switch #'s 1 – 4 are factory configured – DO NOT CHANGE  
9
 
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 is the mode most ideally suited for the McPC 10/100. In  
this mode, the converter will optimally and automatically configure for speed (10 or  
100 Mbps) depending on the capabilities of the end stations.  
To enable Auto Negotiation mode, set switch  
6
to the ON position, with switches  
7
and  
8
in the OFF position.  
Auto Negotiation Mode  
In Force 10 mode, theMcPC10/100 acts as a 10Base-T to 10Base-FL media  
converter; 100 Mbps signals are not accepted.  
To enable Force 10 mode, set switch  
the OFF position.  
7
and  
8
to the ON position, with switch  
6
in  
Force 10 Mode  
In Force 100 mode, the McPC 10/100 acts as a 100Base-TX to 100Base-SX multi-  
mode or 100Base-FX single-mode fiber media converter; 10 Mbps signals are not  
accepted.  
To enable Force 100 mode, set switch  
the OFF position.  
7
to the ON position, with switches  
6
and  
8
in  
Force 100 Mode  
10  
 
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 on where  
a link fault occurs. Therefore, IMC recommends:  
Configuring every device in the media conversion for Auto Negotiation.  
For installations where Auto Negotiation is NOT possible from one end of the  
media conversion to the other, manually configure all devices for 10 Mbps or  
100 Mbps connections.  
Transparency (ISA Version)  
Transparency is only available when using Auto Negotiation mode; it is not available  
in either of the two Force modes. When the McPC 10/100 is Auto Negotiating,  
Transparency treats the connection between the two end devices as if there were no  
media converters installed. For example, in a typical application where two media  
converters are installed between two copper-based switches, the twisted pair cables  
as well as the fiber cable are seen as a single entity. Therefore, if a fault occurs on  
any segment between the two end devices, link LEDs on the end devices will go out.  
Transparency is available when the McPC 10/100 is operating in Auto Negotiation  
mode. Therefore  
100) must be OFF  
6
.
Auto Negotiation must be ON and  
5
(LFD),  
7
(Force) and  
8
(10 or  
Transparency  
Link Fault Detection (ISA Version)  
Link Fault Detection (LFD) is only available when using Force 10 or Force 100 mode.  
It is not available in Auto Negotiation mode. When LFD is enabled and the input link  
is down at one interface to the McPC 10/100, the transmitter output on that interface  
will blink. It applies to both network interfaces and to both data rates. If the link at  
the other interface to the McPC 10/100 is also down, there is no output. LFD causes  
the Link Up indicator of the link partner to blink.  
11  
 
When the McPC 10/100 is in one of the Force modes, enable LFD by setting  
ON position. Disable LFD by resetting to its default, OFF, position. In order for  
LFD to function properly, Force mode must be enabled by setting to ON with  
must also be ON when  
5
to the  
5
7
either 8 ON for 10 Mbps or 8 OFF for100 Mbps. NOTE:  
6
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  
listed above, the module may exhibit erratic behavior.  
Twisted Pair Crossover/Pass-Through Button (ISA Version)  
The McPC 10/100 features a crossover/pass-through button, located on the faceplate  
next to the RJ-45 connector, to set the twisted pair connection type. Select a pass-  
through connection by pressing the button. A crossover connection is selected when  
the button is OUT. If it is not known which connection is needed, set the button to  
whatever setting makes the twisted pair LNK (link) LED glow.  
Crossover/Pass-Through Switch  
12  
 
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-  
Through Switch  
TX Link  
TX 100 Mbps Activity LED  
Link Fault Detection LED  
TX Activity  
FX 100 Mbps  
Active LED  
Auto Negotiation Activity LED  
Power Link LED  
FX Activity  
FX Link LED  
Twisted Pair Port  
P
Green when the unit has power  
AN  
LFD  
100  
Green when Auto Negotiation mode is enabled  
Green when Link Fault Detection is enabled  
Yellow when a 100 Mbps connection is detected  
NOTE  
This feature is only available when either Force 10 or Force 100 mode is enabled.  
For more on this feature, see the Link Fault Detection LED Activity section, below.  
Fiber Port  
LNK  
ACT  
100  
Green when a twisted pair link is established  
Yellow when activity is detected on the port  
Yellow when a 100 Mbps connection is detected  
Link Fault Detection LED Activity (ISA Version)  
When LFD is enabled and a fault occurs on a segment of the media conversion, the  
various Link LEDs in that conversion will either blink or extinguish. LEDs may react  
differently depending on the type of end devices in the conversion, whether the  
McPC 10/100 is in Force 10 or Force 100 mode, where the fault occurs, etc. For  
questions, please contact Technical Support.  
NOTE  
Twisted pair AND fiber optic cables must be connected, and the twisted pair  
crossover/pass-through switch set correctly, before either LNK LED will glow solid.  
13  
 
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  
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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 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.  
3. 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.  
4. 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.  
15  
 
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 Networks.  
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. 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.  
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19772 Pauling • Foothill Ranch, CA 92610-2611 USA  
TEL: (949) 465-3000 • FAX: (949) 465-3020  
© 2009 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. McPC 10/100 is a trademark of IMC Networks. Other brands or product names  
may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies.  
Document Number 55-80217-01 C0  
August 2009  
 

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