® 2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide For the CoreBuilder™ 9000 Enterprise Switch Interface Modules Description Key Features The 1000BASE-SX and 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet (GEN) Interface Modules are 2-port interface modules for the CoreBuilder™ 9000 Enterprise Switch. These GEN Interface Modules serve as a 2-Gigabit data channel between the Gigabit Ethernet Switch Fabric Module and other IEEE 802.3z-compliant Gigabit Ethernet devices.
-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE As shown in Figure 1, GEN Interface Modules are available in two models: ■ 1000BASE-LX (order number 3CB9LG2SC). Ports on this module use a 1300-nanometer, multimode/single-mode, optical transceivers (colored blue) and SC connectors. ■ 1000BASE-SX (order number 3CB9LG2MC). Ports on this module use an 850-nanometer, multimode, optical transceivers (colored black) and SC connectors.
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide 3 Audience Description This guide is intended for trained technical personnel only. Do not attempt to install, remove, or replace a CoreBuilder 9000 GEN Interface Module if you have not had the proper training from 3Com. For training information, call 1-800-NET-3COM. Safety Precautions When you handle components in a CoreBuilder 9000 system, be sure that you follow all safety precautions.
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE ESD Safety Information Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components of the module. ESD, which occurs when a GEN Interface Module is improperly handled, can cause complete or intermittent failures.
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide 5 If the listed contents are not in the shipping box, contact your supplier. All shipping boxes are reusable. After you remove the contents, replace the packing materials in the box and store it for future use. 4 Remove the GEN Interface Module from its antistatic bag and inspect it for physical damage. CAUTION: Handle the module by the front panel only.
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND Order of Installation Activities 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE 3Com recommends that you install CoreBuilder 9000 modules in the following order: 1 Management Modules One Enterprise Management Engine (EME) is required (order number 3CB9EME). A second EME or an Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) is optional (order number 3CB9EMC).
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide Module Placement in the Chassis 7 Note the following chassis slot restrictions and recommendations when you choose a chassis slot for a GEN Interface Module. In the CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot chassis: ■ Do not install the module in slot 7. This slot is reserved for a GEN Switch Fabric Module. ■ Install the module in slot 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6.
Table 1 2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE Mapping the GEN SFM* and the 2-port GEN Interface Module to the 7-slot Chassis SFM Backplane Port Numbers Assigned to Chassis Slot SFM LED Numbers Assigned to Backplane Port Numbers 4; only 2 are accessed 1 by this module 2 1 1 2 2 2 4; only 2 are accessed 1 by this module 2 5 3 6 4 3 4; only 2 are accessed 1 by this module 2 9 5 10 6 4 4; only 2 are accessed 1 by this module 2
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide Table 2 9 Mapping the GEN SFM* and the 2-port GEN Interface Module to the 16-slot Chassis Chassis Slot Number Number of SFM Backplane Ports Allocated to Slot 2-port GEN Interface Module Port Numbers SFM Backplane Port Numbers Assigned to Chassis Slot SFM LED Numbers Assigned to Backplane Port Numbers 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 3 3 2 4 4 1 5 5 2 6 6 1 7 7 2 8 8 1 9 9 2 10 10 1 11 1
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND Installing the GEN Interface Module 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE Follow this procedure to install a GEN Interface Module: 1 Before you start the installation process, read “Safety Precautions” and “Handling Precautions” earlier in this guide. 2 Select a chassis slot for your module, following the restrictions and recommendations in “Module Placement in the Chassis” earlier in this guide.
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide Installing the GEN Interface Module in the 7-Slot Chassis GEN Interface Module CoreBuilder 9000 R 9 3CB9FG24 RX TX RX TX 2 1 2 M OD ST AT 6 5 4 3 2 1 Spring-loaded screws 3CB9LG2SC 22 24 18 20 14 16 12 21 23 8 10 17 19 4 6 13 15 11 SE C 2 7 9 ST AT PR I 1 M OD 3 7 5 8 1 Figure 2 11
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE Figure 3 Installing the GEN Interface Module in the 16-Slot Chassis Spring-loaded screw CoreBuilder 9000 R 1 2 MO D 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MO D ST AT 1 PR I 1 2 3 TX 1 RX 10 MO D ST AT SE C 2 4 5 6 7 8 PR I 1 3 ST AT SE C 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 11 12 13 14 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 17 18 19 20 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 23 24 TX 2 RX GEN Int
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide 13 7 To engage the module connectors and the chassis backplane connectors, apply forward pressure to the module front panel. You feel a slight resistance as the connectors engage. CAUTION: If the resistance is too great, the module connectors and the backplane connectors may not be aligned. Forcing the module into place can damage the module connectors and backplane connectors.
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND Verifying Module Operation 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE The GEN Interface Modules each have one Module Status LED and two Port Status LEDs. Watch the LEDs during system power-on to verify proper module operation. During the power-on diagnostic test, both the Module Status and Port Status LEDs flash for approximately 1 second, and then reflect the active status of the module as described in Table 3. .
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide Managing the Module 15 You configure and manage the front panel ports on the GEN Interface Module using the Administration Console, which is a command line interface that you access from a terminal that is connected through the Enterprise Management Engine (EME).
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND Specifications 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE The following tables list specifications for the GEN Interface Modules: 1000BASE-SX (3CB9LG2MC) Module Cabling Requirements Fiber Type Modal Bandwidth (MHz•km) Segment Length 62.5/125 microns MMF 160 Up to 220 m (722 ft) 62.
2-Port 1000BASE-SX and 2-Port 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules Quick Start Guide Environmental Requirements Operating temperature 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) Operating humidity 10% to 90% relative humidity, noncondensing Storage temperature –30 to 70 °C (–22 to 158 °F) Storage humidity 10% to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing Physical Specifications Module Dimensions Weight 1000BASE-SX 2.54 cm x 38.81 cm x 33.50 cm (3CB9LG2MC) 1 in. x 15.28 in. x 13.19 in. 1.81 kg 4.
2-PORT 1000BASE-SX AND Related CoreBuilder 9000 Documents 2-PORT 1000BASE-LX GIGABIT ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES QUICK START GUIDE For detailed information about using and managing GEN Interface Modules, see the following documents: ■ CoreBuilder 9000 Implementation Guide ■ Command Reference Guide ■ CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Management Engine User Guide To obtain the software code installation procedure as well as known problem information for GEN Interface Modules, see the CoreBuilder 9000 G
3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY The duration of the warranty for the CoreBuilder™ 9000 1000BASE-SX (3CB9LG2MC) and 1000BASE-LX (3CB9LG2SC) Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules is 1 year.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE Customer must contact 3Com’s Corporate Service Center or an Authorized 3Com Service Center within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service authorization. Dated proof of purchase may be required.
EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS FOR CLASS A PRODUCTS Federal Communications Commission Notice Canadian Emissions Requirements 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.
GENERAL APPROVAL STATEMENT FOR UK UK General Approval Statement This equipment is manufactured to the international Safety Standard EN60950 and is approved in the UK under the General Approval Number NS/G/12345/J/100003 for indirect connection to the public telecommunication network.
