®
10BASE-FB Transceiver
Installation Guide
Document Number 17-00325-3
Model Numbers: 5101T-FB-SMA
5101T-FB-ST
5101T-FB-FC
3Com Corporation
118 Turnpike Road
Southborough, MA 01772-1886
U.S.A.
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VDE CLASS B COMPLIANCE
Hiermit wird bescheinigt, dass der (5101T-FB) in Uebereinstim-
mung mit den Bestimmungen der Vfg 243/1991 funk-entstort ist.
Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses
Gerates engezeigt und die Berechtigung zur Ueberprufung der
Serie auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen eingeraumt.
This is to certify that the (5101T-FB) is shielded against radio inter-
ference in accordance with the provisions of Vfg 243/1991.
The German Postal Services have been advised that this device is
being put on the market and that they have been given the right
to inspect the series for compliance with the regulations.
CAUTION
Do not install in air ducts or plenums. For installation in other
environmental air handling spaces, use only with cable classified
by Underwriters Laboratories as to fire and smoke characteristics
in accordance with Section 770-2(b) and Section 725- 2(b) of the
National Electrical Code.
DISCLAIMER
The information in this document is subject to change without
notice and should not be construed as a commitment by 3Com
Corporation. 3Com Corporation assumes no responsibility for any
errors that may appear in this document.
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COPYRIGHT STATEMENT
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ................................................. v
Preface.................................................................. 1
Intended Audience ....................................... 1
Transceiver Overview .......................................... 3
Transceiver Top Panel.................................. 3
Transceiver Front Panel........................................ 6
Transceiver Rear Panel......................................... 7
Alternate Collision Mode............................. 9
SQE Test .................................................... 10
High Power (PWR) .................................... 10
Half Step Mode .......................................... 11
Installation.......................................................... 11
Site Preparation and Placement.................. 12
Unpacking Procedures........................................ 13
Verifying Transceiver Switch Settings............... 14
Connecting to Ethernet V2.0 and IEEE 802.3
Controllers.......................................................... 17
Connecting to Ethernet V2.0 and IEEE 802.3
Repeaters ............................................................ 18
Connecting Fiber Cables .................................... 19
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Connecting the AUI Cable......................... 20
Verifying Physical Link Operation ............ 21
Troubleshooting.................................................. 22
Status LED ................................................. 22
Troubleshooting Link Problems................. 27
Troubleshooting System Problems..................... 28
Excessive Collisions................................... 28
Late Collisions and Failure to Defer .......... 29
Miscellaneous Errors.................................. 30
Transceiver Cables ............................................. 31
Signal Differences...................................... 31
EEE 802.3 ........................................... 32
Version 2.0 .......................................... 32
Version 1.0 .......................................... 32
Wire Sizes .................................................. 33
Cable Pinouts ............................................. 35
Troubleshooting Transceiver Cables.................. 37
Symptoms of Faulty Transceiver Cables ... 37
Causes of Fault Transceiver Cables ........... 38
Cable Recommendations............................ 39
Specifications ..................................................... 39
General Specifications ............................... 40
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Optical Interface Specifications ................. 41
Transmit Power Specifications .................. 42
Fiber Optic Cables Compatibility .............. 42
Attachment Unit Interface Specifications .. 43
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Preface
This guide describes the features, DIP switch,
installation steps, operation verification, and
problem diagnosis for the 3Com 10BASE-FB
Transceiver.
Intended Audience
This guide is intended for use by installers, users,
and network managers. It does not include
detailed service information. This product must
be serviced by personnel at, or approved by,
3Com Corporation or the warranty is voided.
Before you use the 10BASE-FB Transceiver, read
this guide to familiarize yourself with the
product. Also read the reference manual for the
product to which you are connecting the
10BASE-FB Transceiver.
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This guide is divided into five sections:
■
■
■
Transceiver Overview - Describes the
transceiver controls and indicators.
Installation - Describes how to unpack,
power up, and verify transceiver operation.
Troubleshooting - Provides help in isolating
problems that can occur during installation
and provides procedures for correcting them
through use of the extensive diagnostic
features built into the product set.
■
■
AUI Cables and Pinouts - Describes common
problems with IEEE 802.3 and Ethernet
Transceiver (AUI) cables. Cable pinouts as
well as rules for proper cabling are
described.
Specifications - Describes the transceiver
optical specifications and AUI specifications.
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Transceiver Overview
This section provides descriptions of the AUI
connector, fiber optic ports, indicators, and DIP
switch on the transceiver front, rear, and top
panel (respectively). 3Com recommends that you
become familiar with these features prior to
installation.
Note: Do not under any circumstances
attempt to open the transceiver
enclosure.
Transceiver Top Panel
The top panel of the Transceiver contains a label
briefly describing:
■
■
LED blink sequences
Functions of the DIP switch
The DIP switch has four switches for configuring
transceiver operation.
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Figure 1 illustrates the top panel of the 3Com
10BASE-FB Transceiver. Table 1 provides a
description of the DIP switches.
Figure 1. Transceiver Top Panel
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Table 1. Transceiver DIP Sw itch Set tings
Switch Setting Description
Alternate Enables or disables
1
Collision
Alternate collision
Presence Signaling mode.
2
3
SQE Test
Enables or disables SQE
Test.
High
Power
Enables High Power.
Disable setting invokes
Normal Power.
4
Half Step Enables Half Step Signaling
on AUI Receive (DI) Pair.
Disable setting invokes Full
Step Signaling.
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Transceiver Front Panel
The Transceiver front panel contains the 15-pin
AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) connector. The
AUI 15-pin D subminiature male connector
conforms to IEEE 802.3 and Ethernet Version 2.0
requirements. The shell of the connector is not
insulated from the transceiver case, thereby
providing optimal shielding and minimizing
radiation.
Figure 2 shows the AUI connector on the
Transceiver front panel.
Figure 2. Transceiver Front Panel
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Transceiver Rear Panel
The Transceiver rear panel contains the Fiber
Optic (SMA, ST, or FC) connectors and four indi-
cators (LEDs). The LEDs provide status for:
■
■
■
Fiber link (transmit and receive)
SQE Test
Ports
The LEDs can be On, Off, or Blinking. The num-
ber of consecutive blinks before a longer pause
on the STA (status) LED indicates the type of fail-
ure detected on the link. For ease of interpreta-
tion, a table is printed on the top panel of the
transceiver to briefly describe the type of failure.
This table is also repeated in greater detail in the
Troubleshooting section later in this manual.
Refer to the Troubleshooting section later in this
manual for a description of the LED blink
sequences.
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Figure 3 shows the rear panel on the 10BASE-FB
Transceiver. Table 2 provides a description of the
LEDs.
Figure 3. Transceiver Rear Panel
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Table 2. Transceiver LED Descriptions
Switch
Setting
TX
Description
Transmit Port
1
2
3
4
RX
Receive Port
SQE
STA
Squelch Test
Status Indicator
Alternate Collision Mode
When enabled, the timing and duration of the
collision presence signal (CI) at the AUI is altered
to facilitate operation with certain controller
chips. The default setting is enabled. When
disabled, collisions are signaled to the AUI for as
long as they last on the medium.
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SQE Test
When enabled, the collision detection capability
of the transceiver is tested after each transmis-
sion. If the test is successful, the SQE test (Signal
Quality Error test, or heartbeat) signal is sent on
the AUI to the attached controller. The default
setting is enabled.
When disabled, this test is not performed and no
SQE test signal is sent to the AUI. Always disable
this function when connecting to an IEEE 802.3
repeater.
High Power (PWR)
When enabled, the optical power output on the
main link is in the High range. The default setting
is disabled, which invokes the optical power
output on the main link in the Normal range.
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Half Step Mode
When enabled, half step is signaled at the
beginning of packets, as required in IEEE 802.3
and Ethernet Version 2.0. The default setting is
enabled.
When disabled, the signaling on the AUI receive
pair (DI) is the same as defined in Ethernet
Version 1.0. This is a full step waveform at the
beginning of a packet.
Installation
This section describes the following consider-
ations for the 10BASE-FB Transceiver:
■
■
Site Preparation and Placement
Unpacking Procedures
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Site Preparation and Placement
The 10BASE-FB Transceiver can be placed in the
following locations:
■
■
■
On top of the device to which it is attached
On top of a desk
Attached directly to the AUI connection on
the DTE
To avoid damage to the Fiber Optic cable and
prevent accidental disconnection from the AUI
cable, secure the transceiver and cables connec-
tions.
3Com offers a velcro mount kit
(part # 9300-TM3) to secure your transceivers. To
order this kit, contact your supplier or call 3Com
Technical Support.
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Unpacking Procedures
To unpack the transceiver:
1. Remove the unit from the shipping carton.
2. Inspect the unit closely for damage.
If the unit appears to be damaged, return it
to the shipping carton and contact your local
supplier.
3. Verify that the transceiver is the correct
model by matching the model number listed
on the side of the shipping carton to the
model number you ordered (5101T-FB-SMA,
5101T-FB-ST, or5101T-FB-FC).
Note that the product model number
printed on the shipping box differs from the
model number on the product. The model
number on the shipping box contains the
prefix ’3C9’.
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Verifying Transceiver Switch
Set tings
Factory-set default settings for the transceiver
are defined in Table 3.
Table 3. Transceiver DIP Switch Default
Set tings
Switch
Function
Default Setting
Enabled
1
Alternate
Collision
2
3
4
SQE Test
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled
High Power
Half Step
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These switch settings typically work with any
Ethernet Version 2.0 or IEEE 802.3 controller
device. You may change the Half Step switch
and Collision Mode switch to optimize opera-
tional parameters for a particular controller type.
To make these optimizations, you must know
the following two facts about your Ethernet con-
troller:
1. Is the controller Ethernet V2.0 or IEEE
802.3?
Most new products today are based on the
IEEE 802.3 AUI interface standard. Some
controllers are still based on Ethernet V2.0.
Differences exist between the two standards
in AUI pinouts and signaling characteristics.
If you are in doubt, keep the Half Step
switch enabled.
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2. Does the controller use the AMD LANCE or
Intel 82586 controller chip?
The Transceiver can accommodate certain
operational characteristics of these two
widely used controller chips. The optimiza-
tions made by the Transceiver to more suit-
ably support these chips during collision
recovery are not detrimental to operation
with other Ethernet controllers. If there is
any doubt about the type of controller chip
used by your equipment, leave the Alternate
Collision Mode switch enabled.
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Connecting to Ethernet V2.0
and IEEE 802.3 Controllers
Refer to Table 4 for the settings to use for con-
necting the transceiver to Ethernet Version 2.0
and IEEE 802.3 controller devices.
Table 4. DIP Switch Set tings for Ethernet
V2.0 and IEEE 802.3 Controllers
Ethernet
IEEE 802.3
V2.0
Controllers
Controllers
SQE Test
Enabled
Enabled
Alternate
Enabled *
Enabled *
Collision Mode
Half Step Mode
Enabled
May be
Disabled
* May be Disabled for IEEE compliance.
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Connecting to Ethernet V2.0
and IEEE 802.3 Repeaters
Refer to Table 5 for the settings to use for
connecting the transceiver to Ethernet Version
2.0 and IEEE 802.3 repeaters. The transceiver DIP
switches must be changed for connection to IEEE
802.3 Repeaters.
Table 5. DIP Switch Set tings for Ethernet
V2.0 and IEEE 802.3 Repeaters
Ethernet V2.0
Repeaters
IEEE 802.3
Repeaters
SQE Test
Disabled *
Disabled *
Disabled
Disabled
Alternate
Collision Mode
Half Step Mode Disabled *
Disabled
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* Functional differences exist whereby
Ethernet V2.0 repeaters are not
supported by the 10BASE-FB
Transceiver. If you are in doubt about
the type of your repeater, contact your
3Com supplier for more information.
Connecting Fiber Cables
To connect fiber cables to the transceiver:
1. Remove the plastic protection caps from the
fiber optic port only when ready to install
cables. Transceiver ports that are not in use
should remain capped.
2. Ensure that transmit and receive cables are
clearly marked or color coded and are
connected to the appropriate ports on the
Transceiver.
3. Ensure the cables have been properly
cleaned with an appropriate fiber optic
cleaning solution before installation.
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4. Connect the remote end of the fiber optic
cables to the 10BASE-FB Star Coupler, ONline
Ethernet 10BASE-FB Module, or ONcore
Ethernet 10BASE-FB Module ports. Ensure
the transmit fiber at one end connects to a
receive port at the other end.
Connecting the AUI Cable
Apply power to the transceiver by connecting it
to:
■
■
AUI transceiver cables
Directly to AUI connectors coming from
active IEEE 802.3/Ethernet nodes
Upon powerup, the transceiver status indicator
and the port status indicator on the other unit
(Star or Ethernet 10BASE-FB Module port) stops
blinking and turns on solid.
Connect the 10BASE-FB Transceiver to an
Ethernet device using proper AUI (transceiver)
cables.
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There are differences between IEEE 802.3 and
Ethernet Version 2.0 AUI cables. While the
10BASE-FB Transceiver is compatible with both,
ensure that the AUI cable being used is appropri-
ate for the device being connected. Refer to the
section, AUI Cables and Pinouts, later in this
manual for cable specifications.
Note: The AUI cable can not exceed 50 meters
in length.
Verifying Physical Link Operation
To verify physical link operation:
1. Verify that every transceiver on the network
has its status indicator ON and not blinking.
2. Verify that each 3Com 10BASE-FB Sta
Coupler or Ethernet 10BASE-FB Module port
status indicator is ON and not blinking.
If after completing Steps 1 and 2 you find no
blinking Status indicators, you can now use your
network nodes and verify data connectivity.
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If after completing Steps 1 and 2 you find blink-
ing Status indicators on connected and enabled
modules or devices, refer to the Troubleshooting
section in this manual.
Troubleshooting
This section explains how to use the diagnostic
features of the 10BASE-FB Transceiver for fault
isolation. This section describes:
■
■
■
Status LED
Troubleshooting Fiber Links
System Problems
Status LED
The 10BASE-FB Transceiver provides a
diagnostic status LED that indicates link status.
The normal state for this indicator is the steady
ON state. If the LED is OFF, this usually indicates
lack of power.
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A blinking status indicator is always a sign of a
detected problem.
The status of the 10BASE-FB Transceiver can be
easily and quickly determined by scanning for a
blinking LED. Interpretation of the blinking
sequences is provided in Table 6 and is also
printed on the Transceiver top panel.
Table 6 lists the most common causes of link
failures and the steps that should be taken to
correct them. If the indicator remains off or none
of the possible problems listed in Table 6 apply,
try another port on the connecting device or
replace the Transceiver.
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Table 6. Troubleshooting Using the
Status LEDs
LED
Status
Possible
Problem
Possible
Solution
Indicates
Off
No power Computer
not powered
Turn on the
computer
Disconnected Check AUI
AUI cable
connection
Broken AUI
cable
Replace AUI
cable
Bad
Follow
controller
vendor’s
instructions
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Table 6. Troubleshooting Using the
Status LEDs
LED
Status
Possible
Problem
Possible
Solution
Indicates
1 Blink No light
received
Bad fiber
connections
Clean RX
fiber on
both ends
Broken fiber
Check and fix
RX fiber link
Bad port on
other end
Try another
port or
replace unit
2
Jabber
Jabbering
controller
Follow
vendor’s
Blinks
instructions
Noisy AUI
cable
Replace AUI
cable
3
Partition
Bad port on
other end
Try another
port or
Blinks
replace unit
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Table 6. Troubleshooting Using the
Status LEDs
LED
Status
Possible
Problem
Possible
Solution
Indicates
4
Remote
fault
Bad fiber
connections
Clean TX
fiber on
Blinks
both ends
Bad port on
other end
Try another
port or
replace unit
Broken fiber
Check and fix
TX fiber link
5
Invalid
data
Bad fiber
connections
Clean RX
fiber on
Blinks
both ends
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Table 6. Troubleshooting Using the
Status LEDs
LED
Status
Possible
Problem
Possible
Solution
Indicates
5
Invalid
data
Broken or
degraded
fiber
Check and fix
RX fiber link
Blinks
(con’t)
Bad or
degraded
Try another
port or
port on other replace unit
end
Troubleshooting Link Problems
Each full duplex fiber link is monitored at both
ends. The 10BASE-FB Star Coupler and the 3Com
Ethernet 10BASE-FB Modules contain status
indicators (one for each port). The Transceiver
contains a single status indicator. In addition to
signifying link problems, the Transceiver indicator
also indicates a local or remote jabber condition.
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All link problems cause the link to be inoperable.
If a link problem is indicated, check the indicators
at both sides of the link, and then consult
Table 6.
Troubleshooting System
Problems
This section addresses some of the system
problems that can be corrected using the options
on the 10BASE-FB Transceiver. If problems occur,
always check the diagnostics indicators on the
Transceiver.
Excessive Collisions
Collisions can be caused by loops in the
10BASE-FB network. Such loops cause every
packet to collide with itself. If you cannot locate
the loop, try segmenting your network (by dis-
connecting Star Couplers, or ONline and ONcore
Hubs one at a time) until the loop is located.
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If you have IEEE 802.3 repeaters in your network,
ensure that the SQE Mode and Alternate Colli-
sion Mode switches are disabled for 10BASE-FB
Transceivers connected to these repeaters.
Late Collisions and Failure to Defer
Late collisions can be caused by exceeding the
distance rules of Ethernet, or by controllers that
do not fully comply 100% with the IEEE standard.
To verify that your network satisfies the distance
rules, refer to the configuration rules in:
■
10BASE-FB Star Coupler Installation and
Operation Guide, Chapter 6
■
ONline or ONcore Ethernet 10BASE-FB
Module Installation Guide, Chapter 2
Activating the Alternate Collision Mode on the
Transceiver may solve this problem in many
cases.
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Also, ensure that you have accounted for the
distance reduction caused by external baseband
repeaters that were added and by baseband
segments connected to those repeaters.
Miscellaneous Errors
Many types of physical layer errors can occur if
the controller AUI interface is Ethernet Version
1.0 or not fully compliant with Version 2.0 and
IEEE 802.3.
If errors occur:
1. Try switching between the Full Step and Half
Step options on the 10BASE-FB Transceiver.
2. Verify that an IEEE 802.3 AUI cable is being
used with 802.3 controllers
3. Verify that Ethernet V2.0 cables are being
used with Ethernet V2.0 controllers.
Refer to the next section for more information
on AUI cables.
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Transceiver Cables
This section explains the signal differences
among the various types of AUI transceiver
cables. It also explains wire sizes and the proper
pinouts for Ethernet Version 2.0 and IEEE 802.3
AUI cables.
Signal Differences
Signal differences occur between different types
of transceiver cables because there are three
Ethernet standards:
■
■
■
V1.0
V2.0
IEEE 802.3
These three standards also affect the shielding
and grounding of the cables and the size of the
wires used in the cables.
The most significant difference among AUI
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cables occurs in the shielding and grounding of
the individual signal and power pairs. IEEE 802.3
and Ethernet V2.0 specify a requirement for
signal isolation due to AC-coupling of the AUI
connection. The V1.0 standard does not contain
this requirement.
The three standards specify different techniques
for shielding and grounding.
EEE 802.3
All shields of the individual signal and power
pairs are connected to pin 4. The overall AUI
cable shield is connected to the AUI connector
shell to provide a cable ground. Pin 1 is not used.
Version 2.0
All shields are connected to pin 1 and the AUI
connector shell. Pin 4 is not used. Most Ethernet
cables are built this way.
Version 1.0
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Shielding of individual signal or power pairs is
not required because most V1.0 controllers and
transceivers are DC-coupled. The overall AUI
cable shield provides for shielding and grounding
and is connected to pin 1 and the AUI connector
shell.
In practice, most Ethernet V1.0 equipment uses
version 2.0 cables due to cross-talk problems
caused by the lack of individual shielding of the
pairs in Version 1.0 cables.
Wire Sizes
The three versions of AUI cables also use differ-
ent wire sizes for the signal and power pairs.
Table 7 describes the wiring that each type of
transceiver cable uses.
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Table 7. Transceiver Cable Wire Sizes
Cable Type
Signal Pair
AWG # 22
AWG # 20
Power Pair
AWG # 20
AWG # 20
V1.0
V2.0 and IEEE 802.3
Non-standard
AWG # 24 * AWG #24 *
“office” cable *
* More flexible, but is limited to 5.0
meters in length.
Signal deterioration along the signal pairs is most
likely to happen as the AUI cable reaches the
maximum length of 50 meters. Signal deteriora-
tion is due to the filtering action of the cable.
IEEE 802.3 AUI cables are designed to reduce
this effect.
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Because 802.3 AUI cables provide a ground
shield isolated from the signal and power pair
shields, the cables provide additional noise
immunity in noisy operating environments.
Cable Pinouts
Table 8 shows the proper pinouts for Ethernet
Version 2.0 and IEEE 802.3 AUI cables.
Table 8. AUI Cable Pinout Chart
Pin
802.3
CI-S
V2.0, V1.0
1
2
3
4
5
6
Shield
CI-A
DO-A
DI-S
DI-A
V
Collision Presence +
Transmit +
Reserved
Receive +
Power Return
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Table 8. AUI Cable Pinout Chart
Pin 802.3 V2.0, V1.0
CO-A Reserved
7
8
CO-S
CI-B
Reserved
9
Collision Presence -
Transmit -
10
DO-B
802.3 - All signal and power pair shields can be
connected to pin 4. The braided AUI cable shield
connects to the AUI shell and not to pin 1.
V2.0 - All shields (external and internal) connect
to pin 1 and to the connector shell.
V1.0 - Braided AUI cable shield connects to
connector shield and pin 1.
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Troubleshooting Transceiver
Cables
This section describes some of the common
problems you may have with transceiver cables
and provides possible solutions to the problems.
Symptoms of Faulty Transceiver
Cables
The following list describes symptoms of faulty
transceiver cables:
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■
■
■
False or excessive collisions.
Jabber condition on transceiver.
Receive Errors (CRC and Alignment).
Severe degradation of system performance
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Causes of Fault Transceiver Cables
The following list describes causes of faulty trans-
ceiver cables:
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Improper Grounding (pin 1 vs. pin 4).
Bad ground:
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Shell connector not crimped onto AUI
cable braid.
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Ribbon cables in computers not shielded
or improperly mounted.
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Broken pair wires or unseated AUI connec-
tor pin.
Improper pairing - Verify that signal and
power wires are paired (for example,
Transmit + paired with Transmit -)
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Individual pairs not individually shielded (for
example, Ethernet V1.0 type cable).
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Cable Recommendations
The 10BASE-FB Transceiver is fully compatible
with IEEE 802.3 and Ethernet V2.0. The use of
Ethernet V1.0 AUI cables and controllers is not
recommended.
The 10BASE-FB Transceiver accepts either 802.3
or V2.0 AUI cables. Use the proper AUI cable for
the appropriate controller being used. For exam-
ple, if you use an 802.3 controller, then use an
802.3 AUI cable.
Specifications
This section lists the following specifications for
the 10BASE-FB Transceiver:
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General
Optical Interface
Transmit Power
Fiber Optic Cable Compatibility
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Attachment Unit Interface
General Specifications
Table 9. General Specifications
Specification
Value
Dimensions
4.8" x 2.4" x 0.9"
(122mm x 61mm x
23mm)
Weight
4 oz. (115 g)
Operating Temperature
32° to 104° F
(0° to 40° C)
Operating Humidity
Power
Less than 95%
non-condensing
5 Watts
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Optical Interface Specifications
Table 10. Optical Interface Specifications
Specification
Data Rate
Value
10 Million bits per second
Encoding
Compliant with 10BASE-FB
synchronous signaling
standard
Connectors
SMA, ST, and FC
0.8 inch
Connectors spacing
Transmit Source Type
Transmit Wavelength
GaAlAs LED
820 ± 20nm
Receiver Detector Type Silicon PIN photodiode
Receive Power for
better than 10 bit
-29.5 dBm peak to
-9 dBm peak
-9
error rate (minimal
guaranteed dynamic
range)
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Transmit Power Specifications
Table 11. Transmit Power
Normal
Power
(dBm Peak)
Cable Size
(micron)
High Power
(dBm Peak)
50/125 NA 0.20
-21.3 ± 2.5
-13.8 ± 1.5
-10.5 ± 1.5
-5.0 ± 1.5
62.5/ 125 NA 0.275 -17.5 ± 2.5
100/ 140 NA 0.30 -12.0 ± 2.5
Fiber Optic Cables Compatibility
Table 12. Fiber Optic Cable Specifications
Specification
Cable size
Value
50/ 125, 62.5/ 125, 100/ 140
micron diameter
Cable bandwidth
Jabber protection
40 MHzKm minimum
30 ± 3 msec (Non-Latching)
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At tachment Unit Interface
Specifications
Table 13. AUI Specifications
Specification
Value
Connector
Standard male 15-pin
D-subminiature
Standards
IEEE 802.3, Ethernet V2.0
conformance
DC Power
requirements
12-15 Volts ± 10% applied at AUI
(pins 13, 6)
DC line
current
consumption
200 mA min @ 16.5 V, 77° F (25° C)
300 mA typ @ 12.0 V, 77° F (25° C)
500 mA max @ 10.8 V, 77° F (25° C)
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