Omnitron Systems GX-T2 Plug in Module User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Omnitron Systems
Table of Contents
- Omnitron Systems GX-T2 Plug in Module
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- DESCRIPTION
- SOFTWARE CONTROLLED SETTINGS
- MOUNTING AND CABLE ATTACHMENT
- LED Indicators
- Specifications
- General and Copyright Notice
- Warranty
- Environmental Notices
- Safety Warnings and Cautions
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Omnitron Systems GX-T2 Plug in Module
Product Information
- Product Name: GX/T2 module
- Ports:
- 1 front 10/100/1000 copper port
- 1 front 100/1000 port
- 2 1000 Ethernet backplane ports
- Port Structure: The front ports allow connections to external devices, while the backplane ports allow connections to adjacent modules in an iConverter chassis.
- DIP-Switches: The module has two DIP-switch banks, each with multiple switches for configuring various settings.
Product Usage Instructions
DIP-Switch Bank 1:
- SW1 and SW2: Backplane Enable/Disable
- DOWN position (factory default): Backplane Port is isolated from the Ethernet Backplane on the chassis.
- UP position: Backplane Port is enabled, allowing Ethernet Backplane connectivity to an adjacent module via the chassis A/B Backplane Link (refer to the chassis user manual for detailed information).
- SW3: L2CP Block
- DOWN position (default): Module forwards all L2CP frames.
- UP position: Module discards all L2CP frames.
- SW4: Reserved
- DIP-switch is reserved and must be in the DOWN (default) position.
DIP-Switch Bank 2:
- SW1: Port 1 Speed
- DOWN position (default): Port 1 detects the data rate of the transceiver installed and operates at 100M or 1G accordingly.
- UP position: Port 1 expects a 100M capable transceiver to be installed.
- SW2: Port 2 Negotiation
- DOWN position (default): Port 2 is configured for Auto Negotiation.
- UP position: Port 2 is configured for Manual operation.
- SW3 and SW4: Port Negotiation, Speed, and Duplex
- RJ-45 Mode of Operation:
- AN (Auto Negotiation): Port advertises the following modes – 1000FDX, 1000HDX, 100FDX, 100HDX, 10FDX, 10HDX.
- Man (Manual):
- 100 FDX: Port is set to manual 100FDX.
- 100 HDX: Port is set to manual 100HDX.
- 10 FDX: Port is set to manual 10FDX.
- 10 HDX: Port is set to manual 10HDX.
- SW5 and SW6: Link Modes
- It is recommended to have link modes in the DOWN position (default) during initial installation.
- After testing and ensuring operational status, configure the module for the desired mode (refer to the Link Mode application note for more information).
DESCRIPTION
The GX/T2 is a 10/100/1000BASE-T copper to 100BASEFX or 1000BASE-X modular fiber media converter that supports jumbo frames up to 10,240 bytes. The GX/T2 features Small Form Pluggable (SFP) transceivers that support both 100BASE-FX and 1000BASE-X for interoperability with Fast Ethernet and Gigabit fiber equipment.
See data sheet for available models.
The GX/T2 modules can be used in an unmanaged or managed applications. To be
managed, an Network Management Module (NMM2) or a module with integrated
management must be installed in the same chassis. For more information on
management software and hardware options, see Comprehensive Network
Management Solution product page.
Advanced Features
The GX/T2 supports the IEEE 802.1Q tag Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
packet tagging and untagging (including Q-in-Q) and the 802.1p Quality of
Service priority standards. The switch module also supports Port Access
Control which facilitates enabling and disabling of individual RJ-45 ports,
Bandwidth Allocation, and reporting of MIB statistics.
PORT STRUCTURE
The GX/T2 module has one front 10/100/1000 copper ports, one front 100/1000
port and two 1000 Ethernet backplane port. The front ports allow connections
to external devices and the backplane ports allow connections to adjacent
module in an iConverter chassis. The backplane ports on the module are enabled
using the on-board DIP-switches.
DIP-SWITCHES
DIP-Switch Bank 1
The location of the DIP-switches is shown below
The functions of DIP-switch Bank 1 are shown below.
Switch
|
Function
| DOWN
(Default)
|
UP
---|---|---|---
SW1| Backplane A Enable/Disable| Disable| Enable
SW2| Backplane B Enable/Disable| Disable| Enable
SW3| L2CP Block| Forward| Discard
SW4| Reserved| Off| On
SW1 and SW2: Backplane Enable When these DIP-switches are in the DOWN position (factory default), the Backplane Port of the GX/T2 is isolated from the Ethernet Backplane on the chassis. When these DIP-switches are in the UP position the Backplane Port is enabled. This allows Ethernet Backplane connectivity to an adjacent module via the chassis A/B Backplane Link depending on the switch setting. Refer to the chassis user manual for detailed information on the Ethernet Backplane.
SW3: L2CP Block When this DIP-switch is in the default DOWN position, the module will forward all L2CP frames. When the DIP- switch is in the UP position, the module will discard all L2CP frames.
SW4: Reserved This DIP-switch is reserved and must be in the DOWN (default) position.
DIP-Switch Bank 2 The functions of DIP-switch Bank 2 are shown below
Switch
|
Function
| DOWN
(Default)
|
UP
---|---|---|---
SW1| Port 1 Speed| Auto| 100
SW2| Port 2 Negotiation| Auto| Man
SW3| Port 2 Speed| 100| 10
SW4| Port 2 Duplex| Full (FDX)| Half (HDX)
SW5
| Link Propagate Port 1 to Port 2| Link Segment|
P1 to P2
SW6
| Link Propagate Port 2 to Port 1| Link Segment|
P2 to P1
SW7| Pause| Off| On
SW8| MAC Learning| On| Off
SW1: Port 1 Speed
This DIP-switch configures the speed of the transceiver installed in Port 1. If the DIP-switch is in the DOWN “Auto” (default) position, the port detects the data rate of the transceiver installed and operates at 100M or 1G accordingly. If the DIP-switch is in the UP “100” position, the port is expecting a 100M capable transceiver to be installed.
NOTE: SW1 is not available for fixed fiber models. The fiber port is always set to 1000.
SW2: Port 2 Negotiation
This DIP-switch configures Port 2 for Auto Negotiation or Manual operation.
SW2 – SW4: Port Negotiation, Speed and Duplex
Copper port configurations are shown below.
Negotiation SW2| Speed SW3| Duplex
SW4
|
RJ-45 Mode of Operation
---|---|---|---
AN
|
10
or 100
|
FDX
or HDX
| When set to AN the following modes are advertised:
1000FDX, 1000HDX, 100FDX,
100HDX, 10FDX, 10HDX
Man| 100| FDX| Port is set to manual 100FDX
Man| 100| HDX| Port is set to manual 100HDX
Man| 10| FDX| Port is set to manual 10FDX
Man| 10| HDX| Port is set to manual 10HDX
SW5 and SW6: Link Modes
These DIP-switches configure the link mode settings. It is recommended to have link modes DOWN position (default) during the initial installation. After the circuit has been tested and operational, configure the module for the desired mode. See Link Mode application note for more information.
Link Segment
In Link Segment mode, all ports operate independently. A loss of a receive link signal will only affect the port detecting the loss of signal. All the other ports will continue to generate a link signal
Link Propagate
In Link Propagate mode, faults are propagated based on the port notation. Port
1 to Port 2 notation indicates the direction the loss of link signal will
propagate. A loss of receive link on Port 1 causes Port 2 to drop its link due
to the propagated state (Port 1 to Port 2).
Port 2 to Port 1 notation indicates the direction the loss of link signal will
propagate. A loss of receive link on Port 2 causes Port 1 to drop its link due
to the propagated state (Port 2 to Port 1).
| SW5 | SW6 | Function |
|---|---|---|
| DOWN | DOWN | Link Segment |
| DOWN | UP | Link Propagate Port 2 to Port 1 |
| UP | DOWN | Link Propagate Port 1 to Port 2 |
| UP | UP | Reserved |
SW7: Pause
The Pause DIP-switch sets the flow control functionality for all ports on the
module, including pause mode advertisement, pause functionality, and half
duplex back pressure. When the DIP-switch is in the UP “On” position, flow
control functionality is enabled. When this DIP-switch is in the DOWN “Off”
position (factory default), flow control functionality is disabled.
If Pause is On and the port is in half duplex, then half duplex flow control
is enabled. When a port is in half duplex flow control it generates a back
pressure signal when internal buffer resources are low.
If Pause is On and the port is in full duplex, then full duplex flow control
is enabled. When a port is in full duplex flow control and internal buffering
resources are low, a pause frame is generated to slow down the traffic flow to
the port.
SW8: MAC Learning
When this DIP-switch is in the DOWN “On” position (factory default), all ports on the module will learn the source MAC address of each received packet and store the address so packets destined for the stored addresses can be forwarded to the appropriate interface on the module. When the DIP-switch is in the UP “Off” position, learning is turned off and all received packets are forwarded to all ports.
SOFTWARE CONTROLLED SETTINGS
Additional settings are available via software control when a GX/T2 is installed in an iConverter chassis with a Management Module.
The following software only settings can be controlled via Serial Console/Telnet Console, NetOutlook Management Software or other third-party SNMP-based clients:
- Backplane Control
- Port 1 and Port 2 Configuration
- Port VLAN for Front Ports and Backplane Ports
- Port Access Control for All Ports
- MIB Statistics Reporting
- QoS and VLAN with1ad
- Bandwidth Control
Software controlled settings can be selected to override DIP-Switch settings.
For more information on using and configuring the Advanced Features, register
for access to the NetOutlook Management Software user manual
MOUNTING AND CABLE ATTACHMENT
The iConverter modules are hot-swappable and can be installed into any iConverter chassis.
Caution: Use proper ESD protection to reduce the risk of damage to your equipment.
-
Carefully slide the module into an open slot in the 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).
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Insert the SFP fiber transceivers into the Port 1 SFP receptacles on the GX/T2
NOTE: The release latch of the SFP Fiber transceiver must be in the closed position before insertion. -
The GX/T2 module has the ability to detect the speed and automatically configure the port to match the speed of Omnitron SFP transceivers. For non-Omnitron transceivers, configure the port for the correct speed of the transceiver using SW1 of DIP-switch Bank 2.
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Connect the RJ-45 ports via a Category 5 or better Ethernet cables to a 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T Ethernet devices.
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Connect an appropriate multimode or single-mode fiber cables to the fiber ports of the installed module. It is important to ensure that the transmit (TX) is attached to the receive side of the device at the other end and the receive (RX) is attached to the transmit side. Single-fiber (SF) media converter models operate in pairs. The TX wavelength must match the RX wavelength at the other end and the RX wavelength must match the TX wavelength at the other end.
LED Indicators
| LED | Color | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Power “PWR” | **** |
Green
| OFF: No power applied or module is not operational
ON: Module has power
P1 Activity “100” 1
| ****
Green/ Amber
| OFF: Port is not linked at 100M Solid Green: Port linked at 100M Blinking Green: Data activity
Blinking Amber: Operating at 100M and receiving FEFI
P1 Activity “1000”
| ****
Green/ Amber
| OFF: Port is not linked at 1000M Solid Green: Port linked at 1000M Blinking Green: Data activity
Blinking Amber: Operating at 1000M and receiving a remote fault
P1 Activity “100” 1
and
“1000”
| ****
Green
| ****
OFF: Port is not linked at 10M Solid Green: Port linked at 10M Blinking Green: Data activity
| LED | Color | Description |
|---|
P1 Duplex “FDX”
|
Green
| OFF: Configured for half duplex per DIP-switch or resolved by auto- negotiation
Solid Green: Configured for full duplex per DIP-switch or resolved by auto-negotiation
P1 SFP DMMI
Alarm “Stat” 1
|
Green/ Amber
| OFF: Installed transceiver does not support digital diagnostics or no transceiver installed
Solid Green: Installed transceiver supports digital diagnostics and no alarm detected
Solid Amber: Transceiver has detected an alarm
P2
Negotiation Mode “AN”
|
Green
| OFF: Configured for Manual operation
Solid Green: Configured for Auto-negotiation Blinking Green: Configured for auto-negotiation but has not completed the process with link partner
P2 Activity “100”
|
Green/ Amber
| OFF: Port is not linked at 100M Solid Green: Port is linked at 100M Blinking Green: Data activity
Blinking Amber: Receiving a remote fault at 100Mbps
P2 Activity “1000”
|
Green/ Amber
| OFF: Port is not linked at 1000M Solid Green: Port is linked at 1000M Blinking Green: Data activity
Blinking Amber: Receiving a remote fault at 1000Mbps
P2 Activity “100”
and
“1000”
|
Green
|
OFF: Port is not linked at 10M
Solid Green: Port is linked at 1000M
Blinking Green: Data activity
P2 Duplex “FDX”
|
Green
|
OFF: Configured for half duplex per DIP-switch or resolved by auto- negotiation
Solid Green: Configured for full duplex per DIP-switch or resolved by auto-negotiation
1 LEDs are not installed on the fixed fiber models
Specifications
Standard Compliances| IEEE 802.3, 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1ad, RFC 2819
(RMON)
---|---
Regulatory
Compliances
| Safety: EMI: ACT:| UL, CE, UKCA
FCC Class A TAA, BAA, NDAA
Environmental| RoHS, WEEE, REACH
Frame Size| Up to 10,240 bytes
Port Types
| Copper: Fiber:| 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45)
100BASE-X (SFP Model Only) 1000BASE-X
Cable Types
| Copper: Fiber:| EIA/TIA 568A/B, Cat 5 UTP and higher
Multimode: 50/125µm, 62.5/125µm Single-mode: 9/125µm
DC Power
Requirements
| DC Input: (Backplane)| 3.3VDC, 1.4A @ 3.3VDC
Dimensions
W x D x H
|
0.85” x 4.5” x 2.8” (21.6 mm x 114.3 mm x 71.1 mm)
Weight| 8 oz. (226.8 grams)
Temperature
| Commercial:
Wide: Extended: Storage:
| 0 to 50°C
-40 to 60°C
-40 to 75°C
-40 to 80°C
Humidity| 5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude| -100m to 4,000m
MTBF (hrs)| 520,000
Warranty| Lifetime warranty and 24/7/365 free Technical Support
General and Copyright Notice
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FlexPointTM, FlexSwitchTM, iConverter®, miConverterTM, NetOutlook®,
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The information contained in this publication is subject to change without
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inadvertent errors.
Warranty
This product is warranted to the original purchaser (Buyer) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of shipment. A lifetime warranty may be obtained by the original purchaser by registering this product at www.omnitron-systems.com/ support within ninety (90) days from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, Omnitron will, at its option, repair or replace a product which is proven to be defective with the same product or with a product with at least the same functionality.
For warranty service, the product must be sent to an Omnitron designated facility, 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 product malfunctions 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.
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
Environmental Notices
The equipment covered by this manual must be disposed of or recycled in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive) of the European Community directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) which, together with the RoHS Directive 2015/863/EU, for electrical and electronic equipment sold in the EU after July 2019. Such disposal must follow national legislation for IT and Telecommunication equipment in accordance with the WEEE directive: (a) Do not dispose waste equipment with unsorted municipal and household waste. (b) Collect equipment waste separately. (c) Return equipment using collection method agreed with Omnitron.
The equipment is marked with the WEEE symbol shown to indicate that it must be collected separately from other types of waste. In case of small items the symbol may be printed only on the packaging or in the user manual. If you have questions regarding the correct disposal of equipment go to www.omniton- systems.com/support or e-mail to Omnitron at intlinfo@omnitron-systems.com.
Safety Warnings and Cautions
- ATTENTION: Observe precautions for handling electrostatic discharge sensitive devices
- WARNING: Potential damage to equipment and personal injury
- WARNING: Risk of electrical shock.
Customer Support Information
Phone: 949-250-6510
Fax: 949-250-6514
Address: Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.
38 Tesla
Irvine, CA 92618, USA
Email : support@omnitron-systems.com
URL : www.omnitron-systems.com
References
- Media Converters, NIDs, T1 and CWDM Multiplexers
- Omnitron Systems | Making Networks Reliable Since 1992
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