USER’S GUIDE
N-GxX-xx-01 (standard)
N-GxX-xx-01(L) (low profile)
The N-GxX-xx-01(x) gigabit ethernet Network
Interface Card (NIC) provides a 1000Base-
SX/LX fiber port to deliver fiber optic
connectivity to the desktop in fiber-rich LAN
environments. With both standard and low
profile form factors, driver support for most
popular operating systems, and supports 32/64-
bit PCI 2.2 plug-and-play capability, all help
make installation a breeze in virtually any PC on the Network.
Part Number
Port One - Duplex Fiber-Optic 1000Base-SX/LX
N-GSX-SC-01
SC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
N-GSX-SC-01(L)
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GSX-SC-01-020**
SC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
N-GSX-SC-01(L)-020**
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GSX-LC-01
LC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
N-GSX-LC-01(L)
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GSX-LC-01-020**
LC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
N-GSX-LC-01(L)-020** [50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GLX-SC-01
N-GLX-SC-01(L)
SC, 1310 nm single mode, 10 km (6.2 miles)*
SC, 1310 nm single mode, 10 km (6.2 miles)*
N-GLX-LC-01
N-GLX-LC-01(L)
Optional accessories sold separately
Part Number
Description
BTR-NGX-PXE
PXE, Bootable ROM Chip
*Typical maximum cable distance. Actual distance is dependent upon the physical
characteristics of the network installation.
**The -020 designation at the end of the part number means sold in packs of 20
NICs only. There are no changes to NIC specifications.
Installation and Configuration . . .2
Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
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N-GxX-xx-01(x) Gigabit Ethernet NIC
Cable Specifications
Technical Specifications
For models N-GxX-xx-01 and N-GxX-xx-01(L)
Fiber cable
Bit error rate:
Single mode fiber (recommended):
Multimode fiber (recommended):
Multimode fiber (optional):
Standards:
IEEE 802.3™, 802.1P, 802.1Q
<10-9
9 µm
Expansion bus standard:
Data rate
PCI 2.2 64/32 bit, 33/66Mhz standard
1000Mbps fiber media
62.5/125 µm
100/140, 85/140, 50/125 µm
LED:
LINK/ACT (on the bracket):
• ON = communication link;
• FLASHING = activity on link
FDX (on the bracket): ON = full duplex link
N-GSX-SC-01(x)
850 nm multimode
min: -9.5 dBm
min: -18.0 dBm max: -0.0 dBm
8.5 dB
Fiber optic transmitter power:
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity:
Link budget:
max: -4.0 dBm
Drivers:
• NetWare Server 4.x, 5.x; 6.x
• Netware DOS Client ODI
• Windows 98, 2000, 2003, NT4.0, XP
• Linux
• SCO UnixWare 7.1x
• OpenUnix 8.0
N-GSX-LC-01(x)
850 nm multimode
min: -9.5 dBm
min: -18.0 dBm max: -0.0 dBm
8.5 dB
Fiber optic transmitter power:
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity:
Link budget:
max: -4.0 dBm
N-GLX-SC-01(x)
1310 nm single mode
min: -9.5 dBm
min: -20.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
10.5 dB
Fiber optic transmitter power:
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity:
Link budget:
max: -3.0 dBm
Boot server support:
PCB dimensions:
PXE Boot ROM
2.2” x 6.5” x .09”
(56 mm x 165 mm x 23 mm)
N-GLX-LC-01(x)
1310 nm single mode
min: -9.5 dBm
min: -20.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
10.5 dB
Fiber optic transmitter power:
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity:
Link budget:
max: -3.0 dBm
Shipping weight:
Power consumption:
MTBF
Opearting temp:
Storage temp:
Humidity:
1 lb. (0.45 kg.)
2.0A @ +5VDC
127,234 hours (Bellcore7 V5.0)
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
-25°C to 85°C (-13°C to 185°F)
5% to 95%, non-condensing
0 to 10,000 feet
The fiber optic transmitters on the device meet Class I Laser safety requirements
per IEC-825/CDRH standard and comply with 21CRF1040.10 and
21CRF1040.11.
Altitude:
Warranty:
Lifetime
WARNING: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open: DO NOT stare into
the beam or view directly with optical instruments. Failure to observe this warning
could result in damage to your vision or blindness.
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The information in this manual is subject to change without further notice. Go to
to check for updates to this manual by checking the revision level.
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N-GxX-xx-01(x) Gigabit Ethernet NIC
Troubleshooting
Diagnostics LEDs and Boot ROM
Contact Us
Technical support
Technical support is available at [email protected]
LEDS
• US and Canada:
• International:
1-800-260-1312 (24 hours)
•
The Link/ACT LED (green) turns ON when cable connection is good and
00-1-952-941-7600 (24 hours)
speed is at 1000Mpbs.
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The FDX LED (green) truns ON when full-duplex mode is active.
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Boot ROM
Web-based seminar
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To add the remote boot feature to a workstation, insert the Boot ROM into the
ROM socket. See Figure 1 on page 2.
After power UP, the LINK/ACT LED should light; if not, check the following:
Email
1
Confirm that the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC is properly inserted into the master
slot.
Ask a question anytime by sending an email to our technical support staff:
2
Confirm that the PC is properly connected to a power source and with the
power source turned ON.
Address
Transition Networks
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Check the fiber cable for proper connection.
6475 City West Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55344, U.S.A.
Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600 if those
steps fail to produce the desired result.
Telephone:
Toll free:
Fax:
952-941-7600,
800-526-9267
952-941-2322
Note: To connect this device to a router, bridge, or switch, please refer to the
corresponding technical manual for the device.
Declaration of Conformity
Name of Mfg:
Transition Networks, 6475 City West Parkway,
Minneapolis, MN 55344 U.S.A.
Model:
N-GxX-xx-01 and N-GxX-xx-01(L) Network Interface Cards
Part Number:
N-GSX-SC-01(x), N-GSX-LC-01(x), N-GLX-SC-01(x)
N-GLX-LC-01(x)
Regulation:
Purpose:
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
To declare that theN-GxX-xx-01 and N-GxX-xx-01(L) to which
this declaration refers is in conformity with the following
standards:
CISPR 22:1997+A1:2000; EN 55022:1998+A1:2000 Class A; FCC Part 15 Subpart B;
21CFR subpart J
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive(s)
and Standard(s).
September 9, 2005
Stephen Anderson, Vice-President of Engineering
Date
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N-GxX-xx-01(x) Gigabit Ethernet NIC
Compliance Information
CISPR22/EN55022 Class A, CE Mark, CISPR22/EN55022 Class A + EN55024, CE Mark
FCC regulations
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital 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 interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user's own expense.
Canadian regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise for digital apparatus set out
on the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables
aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
European regulations
Caution: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei
Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten. In diesem Fäll ist der Benutzer für
Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich.
Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environment domestique, ce produit risque de
créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l'utilsateur de prende les measures
spécifiques appropriées.
CAUTION: RJ connectors are NOT INTENDED FOR CONNECTION TO THE
PUBLIC TELEPHONE NETWORK. Failure to observe this caution could result in
damage to the public telephone network.
Der Anschluss dieses Gerätes an ein öffentlickes Telekommunikationsnetz in den EG-
Mitgliedstaaten verstösst gegen die jeweligen einzelstaatlichen Gesetze zur Anwendung der
Richtlinie 91/263/EWG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über
Telekommunikationsendeinrichtungen einschliesslich der gegenseitigen Anerkennung ihrer
Konformität.
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