D-Link DFE-550FX
100Mbps
Fiber-optics Adapter
with SC Connector
User’s Guide
First Edition (April, 2000)
6DFE550FX.01
Printed in Taiwan
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 1
ACPI POWER MANAGEMENT ......................................................... 1
FLOW CONTROL ............................................................................. 1
IEEE802.1P PRIORITY TAGGING .................................................... 2
IEEE802.1Q VLANS ..................................................................... 2
PRODUCT FEATURES....................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION............................................................................. 4
UNPACKING.................................................................................... 4
INSTALLING THE ADAPTER ............................................................. 4
CONNECTING THE NETWORK CABLE .............................................. 5
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................. 6
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 9
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................... 10
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D-Link DFE-550FX Adapter
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the D-Link DFE-550FX Fiber-optics 100
Mbps Adapter. This introduction provides a general description of
the newer networking technologies found on the DFE-550FX.
ACPI Power Management
The DFE-550FX adapter complies with the Advanced
Configuration and Power Interface 1.0 (ACPI) specifications. ACPI
is a new open industry specification providing power management
support systems through hardware and operating system
cooperation. ACPI specifies how a computer's BIOS, operating
system, and peripherals coordinate power usage. With ACPI, the
operating system reduces motherboard and peripheral device
power needs by activating devices only when they are needed.
802.3x Flow Control
The DFE-550FX implements IEEE 802.3x compliant flow control
for full duplex, which provides traffic management functions for
full duplex operation. Flow control allows for enhanced full duplex
operation with switches. If the switch’s data buffer is about to
overflow when operating at full duplex, a Pause frame will be
transmitted to the DFE-550FX. The ensuing idle time keeps the
buffer from overflowing and prevents data from being lost. This
enhancement can improve network throughput and prevent lost
data, helping the network achieve optimal performance.
In order for 802.3x Flow Control to operate, your switch or hub
must support this feature. In addition, some adjustments to the
switch or hub settings may be needed.
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IEEE802.1p Priority Tagging
With the growing number of network applications, local area
networks (LANs) must deliver data for a wide variety applications.
Email, file transfers, database queries, voice over IP (VoIP), video-
conferencing and multimedia must all be delivered to the end-
user’s. Some of the traffic, such as video-conferencing, is time-
critical. A slight delay in packet delivery can result in noticeable
degeneration of video and audio quality, while other traffic, such
as Email will not be noticeably affected by tiny delays. The large
number of programs run over today’s networks can impede the
ability to deliver time-critical data. Even if available bandwidth is
not usually a problem on your network, during peak hours bursts
in network traffic can result in the delay of time-critical traffic.
IEEE802.1p defines eight levels of prioritization for Ethernet
packets. High priority packets will be sent through a network
using 801.2p-compliant switches first. Lower priority packets will
be transferred when bandwidth is available. When properly setup,
this ensures that time-critical data arrives on time and is not
affected by other traffic.
IEEE802.1Q VLANs
The IEEE802.1Q VLAN can help improve network performance
and security by segmenting the network into different VLANs.
IEEE802.1Q VLANs can limit broadcast traffic to a single VLAN
which prevents the effects of broadcast storms and provides
additional security for your network.
To set up GVRP VLANs, which supports dynamic registration, the
adapter should be connected to a switch with GVRP VLAN
capability.
For VLANs to function, the computer in which this NIC is
installed must be using Windows 95 or later.
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Product Features
Designed for high performance and versatility, the DFE-550FX
Adapter provides the following features:
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Plug and Play installation.
Complies with the IEEE802.3u/100Base-FX Ethernet standards.
PCI Bus Master direct memory access for high throughput and low CPU
utilization.
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ACPI 1.0 power management compliant.
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control enabled with full duplex operation, allowing
enhanced operation when directly connected to a switch.
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IEEE 802.1Q/VLAN Tagging compliant
VLAN dynamic registration using IEEE802.1Q GVRP standard
IEEE 802.1p compliant
D-Link in-house 32-bit intelligent Ethernet controller.
Built-in FIFO buffers.
Three LED indicators: Link, Activity, Full-duplex
Driver support for all leading Network Operating Systems.
Auto-assignment of IRQ, I/O addresses.
PCI 2.1 specification compliant
Transmission distance of 412m at half-duplex mode and 2000m at full-
duplex.
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100Mbps Fast Ethernet data transfer rate.
Built-in SC connector.
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Installation
Installation of the DFE-550FX 100 Mbps Adapter requires
installing the hardware first. Once the interface card has been
installed into the host computer, the software can be installed.
Unpacking
:
Under ordinary circumstances, a DFE-550FX interface
card will not be affected by static electricity. However, it
is good practice to eliminate static charges by touching
a sizable metal object before handling the adapter
card.
CAUTION
Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. In
addition to this User's Guide, ascertain that you have:
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One DFE-550FX Adapter.
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DFE-550FX Software Diskette.
Installing the Adapter
1. Shut down the computer, unplug its power cord, and remove
the cover.
2. If your order does not include the Boot ROM option, go ahead to
Step 3. If your order includes the Boot ROM option, then
install the Boot ROM Chip by plugging the chip into the Boot
ROM Socket on the DFE-550FX card. The notched end of the
Boot ROM Chip must be aligned with the notched end of the
Boot ROM Socket. Opposite alignment will destroy the Boot
ROM Chip!
3. Firmly insert the contact edge of the DFE-550FX card into any
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available PCI Bus expansion slot.
4. Install the bracket screw to secure the card to the computer
chassis.
5. Replace the computer cover.
6. Reconnect the computer power cord, and switch the computer
power on. If the BIOS section of your computer boot program is
Plug and Play compliant, then at power-up the BIOS will
automatically configure itself for the newly installed DFE-
550FX adapter.
NOTE: Due to a fault in some Plug-n-Play BIOS programs, it
happens occasionally that a newly installed adapter is
assigned an IRQ Number which is already assigned to
another device. In such a case, the conflicting IRQ Numbers
(IRQ numbers must be unique) will cause faults in the
behavior of both devices. If this happens, it is necessary to
run the CMOS Setup utility, and manually assign a non-
conflicting Interrupt Number to the DFE-550FX.
Connecting the Network Cable
Multimode (62.5/125µm or 50/125µm) fiber cabling with an IEEE
recommended SC connector is required for the adapter. Observe the
correct relationship between the receive (Rx) and transmit (Tx)
ports on the adapter and repeater. If there is a need to monitor the
adapter’s faceplate LEDs, make the rear of the PC or workstation
accessible and leave sufficient clearance for cabling and service.
The maximum length of fiber cable between any station and its
supporting hub is 2,000 meters at full-duplex and 412 meters at
half-duplex.
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Software Installation
On account of the great variety of network environments in which
the DFE-550FX may be used, the instructions for software
installation are given as README files on the DFE-550FX
Software Diskette. Review the root directory and locate the
subdirectory containing the appropriate software for use with your
network operating system. Access the README file for overview
information. For full installation details, see the README file and
the referenced instruction files in the sub-directory.
Verification/Diagnostic Program
This test program verifies configuration of the DFE-550FX as set by
the installation procedure, and assists with isolation of any faults in
operation. Verification and testing procedures are optional, and will
only be useful in the unusual event that there is a fault, such as an
interrupt number conflict among your computer expansion cards. If
your installation provides normal operation, you might choose to
skip these procedures.
The Verification/Diagnostic Program provides two levels of testing:
adapter function testing and network operation testing. Adapter
testing includes a variety of diagnostic procedures.
Adapter testing does not require substitution of a loopback cable.
All procedures of the Adapter test may be carried out with the
network cable connection in place.
For the network operation test, the cable connecting your station
with its supporting hub must be in place. Network testing involves
the broadcast transmission of test packets from the primary station.
The test cannot be fully implemented unless a second station on the
LAN is available to the network operation test, in order to return
the test packets to the primary station.
To run the Verification/Diagnostic Program, proceed with these
steps:
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Adapter Function Test
1. Insert the DFE-550FX Software Diskette in an available drive
(here shown as drive A). At the DOS prompt (here shown as >),
key in:
> A:\DIAG.EXE
and <RETURN>.
The opening screen of the Verification/
Diagnostic program will appear.
NOTE: Read the README.TXT, on the diskette, to choose
the appropriate diagnostic program for your
operating system.
2. Review the reported configuration data before proceeding to
Step 3.
3. The Configuration Data screen also features a Diagnostic
Menu. Follow the cues at the foot of the screen to select and
run the Adapter Basic Diagnostic program. The adapter
function test results will appear onscreen. In the Loopback
test, test signals are intercepted and reflected at the MAC level
without reaching the network cable. If the results are normal,
then go ahead to the Network Operation test, starting with
Step 4.
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Network Operation Test
4. If you have access to a second station on the LAN, then skip
ahead to Step 5. If you do not have access to a second station
on the LAN, then the network test will be limited to blind
transmission of test packets (none of which will be returned to
the primary station). Follow the cues at the foot of the screen
to select and run the Network Diagnostic program. Observe the
Packets Sent line to see a steadily and rapidly increasing packet
count. This will indicate normal transmission onto the LAN,
and will be the end of your Verification/Diagnostic run. Skip
the remaining steps shown below.
5. Remove the DFE-550FX Software Diskette from your station's
(the primary station's) diskette drive, and insert it into an
available drive of a second station on your LAN. At the DOS
prompt (here shown as >), key in:
> A:\DIAG.EXE
and <RETURN>. The opening screen of the Diagnostic program
will appear onscreen at the second station. Follow the cues at
the foot of the screen to select and run the Network Test
program at the second station. The second station then begins
broadcasting test packets, and at the same time is also ready to
receive and return test signals transmitted from the primary
station newly installed DFE-550FX.
6. Return to the primary station and follow the cues at the foot of
the screen to select and run the Network Diagnostic program.
Observe the Packets Sent and Packets Received lines to see that
they track together (always showing equal count numbers),
which verifies normal network operation.
The most likely causes of failure for any of the diagnostic tests are
incorrect options settings, option settings that conflict with the
settings of other boards or improper installation. In the event of
any failure in diagnostic tests, refer to the Troubleshooting section
of this guide.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any problems with the adapter, first verify that the
appropriate driver is loaded, that the proper grade of cable is employed for
the network connection, and that the supporting hub is functioning properly.
1.
Ascertain that the adapter card is fully and firmly seated in the slot
connector.
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3.
Check the length and rating of connecting cables.
Ascertain that the adapter PCI slot is not deactivated at the BIOS
level. The CMOS Setup utility in PCI computers ordinarily provides the
option to activate or deactivate PCI slots.
4.
5.
Replace the adapter in question with a verified adapter and run NIC
(software) diagnostic tests.
Install the questioned adapter in another PCI computer and run the
tests again.
Remove all other PCI adapters from the computer and run the tests again. If
the verification/diagnostic run is then normal, then there is probably an
interrupt number conflict which will have to be resolved manually by a
CMOS Setup utility run after you have reinstalled all of the expansion
cards.
The DFE-550FX Adapter features three LED indicators to assist in
network diagnostics:
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LINK
Steady green indicates good linkage between the DFE-500FX and the
supporting network device.
ACTIVE
Flashing green indicates activity (transmitting or receiving) within the
adapter.
FULL (duplex) Indicator
This LED is ON for full duplex connections and OFF when connected at
half duplex.
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Specifications
Network Type:
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IEEE 802.3u standard 100Mbps Ethernet 100Base-FX
Media interface: SC
LAN Chip Set:
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Interface controller: D-Link DL10050A
EMI Compatibility:
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FCC Class B
VCCI Class B
CE Class B
C-Tick
BSMI
Host interface: PCI 2.1 Bus (Bus Master)
Physceiver: AMD Am79C874
Optical Transceiver: Siemens V23809-C8-C10
Physical Dimensions: 120mm x 73mm
Environment:
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Storage:
Operating:
Humidity:
-25° ~ 55°C (-13° ~ 131°F)
0° ~ 50°C (32° ~ 122°F)
10% to 90% non-condensing
Power Consumption: 3 Watts max
ESD: 8 KV min
PCB: 4 layers
Software drivers for:
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Microsoft Windows 95 /98
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft NT 4.0
NDIS 3 driver
NDIS 4 driver
NDIS 5 driver
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Novell Netware Server 3.12
Novell Netware Server 4.1X
Novell Netware Server 5.X
Linux : kernel v2.0.x, kernel v2.2.x
Diagnostic
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