Lantronix C3210-10 Series User manual

C3210-10xx
ION Gigabit Ethernet Media and Rate Converter Module
10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-SX/LX
Install Guide
Part Number 33414
Revision D August 2023

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Revision History
Rev
Date
Description
A
08/10/10
Initial release.
B
02/01/11
Technical update.
C
09/13/12
Adds a DIP switch graphic and note.
D8/28/23
Update Contact information. Note EOL SKUs: C3210-1035, C3210-1029-D2, C3210-
1029-D1, C3210-1029-C2, C3210-1029-C1, C3210-1029-B2, C3210-1029-B1,
C3210-1017, C3210-1015. Initial Lantronix re-brand.

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Contents
Product Description....................................................................................................................................... 4
Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Ordering Information ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
DIP switches ............................................................................................................................................. 5
6-position DIP switch ................................................................................................................................ 5
AutoCross jumper (J6) .............................................................................................................................. 6
Hardware/software Mode jumper (J5) ...................................................................................................... 6
Install chassis card ................................................................................................................................... 7
Install copper cable................................................................................................................................... 8
Operation....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Status LEDs .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Copper port status LEDs .......................................................................................................................... 9
Product features...................................................................................................................................... 10
Cable Specifications.................................................................................................................................... 14
Fiber cable .............................................................................................................................................. 14
Copper cable........................................................................................................................................... 15
Technical Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 15
Related Information..................................................................................................................................... 16
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 17
Compliance Information .............................................................................................................................. 18
Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................................................... 18
FCC Regulations .................................................................................................................................... 18
Canadian Regulations ............................................................................................................................ 18
European Regulations ............................................................................................................................ 18

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Product Description
The ION C3210 is a media converter module that provides an interface between 10/100/1000Base-T
ports and 1000Base-SX/LX ports, allowing users to integrate fiber optic cabling into 10/100/1000 copper
environments. Operating at Layer 2, the data link layer, this converter not only converts copper to fiber,
it also provides rate conversion allowing legacy 10/100 copper devices to connect to 1000Base-SX/LX
fiber. The ION C3210 is a manageable device when installed in a managed ION chassis. Note: Some
Documentation may have Transition Networks named or pictured. Transition Networks was acquired by
Lantronix in August 2021.
Features
•10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
•Fixed Fiber or Modular SFP Fiber port
•Converts 10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-SX/LX
•Copper and Fiber Auto-Negotiation
•Switch Selectable Speeds
•Auto-MDI/MDIX, Link Pass Through, Remote Fault Detect, and Pause
•Automatic Link Restoration
•IEEE 802.1p QoS, IPv4 TOS/DiffServ, IPv6 traffic class
•IEEE 802.1Q Port VLAN, tagging and doubling tagging (Q in Q)
•Field Upgradeable Firmware
•Virtual Cable Test on UTP port
•Unidirectional data transmission
•Bandwidth Allocation
•DMI digital diagnostics per SFF-8472
•RMON counters for each port
•Can be used in any ION Platform Chassis
•Secure unidirectional transmission
•Standards based, will link with any standard 10/100/1000Base-T and any standard 1000Base-SX
or -LX ports
Ordering Information
Model
Descripttion
C3210-1013
10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) [100 m] to 1000Base-SX 850nm multimode (SC)
[62.5/125 µm fiber: 220 m/722 ft.] [50/125 µm fiber: 550 m/1804 ft.]
Link Budget: 8.5 dB
C3210-1039
10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) [100 m/328 ft.] to 1000Base-SX 850nm multimode
(LC) via SFP
[62.5/125 μm fiber: 220 m/722 ft.] [50/125 μm fiber: 550 m/1804 ft.]
Link Budget: 8.0 dB
C3210-1014
10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) [100 m] to 1000Base-LX 1310nm single mode (SC)
[10 km/6.2 mi.] Link Budget: 10.5 dB
C3210-1040
10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) [100 m] to 1000Base-X SFP Slot (empty)
Optional Accessories (sold separately)
SFP Modules
See Lantronix full line of SFP transceivers on Lantronix SFP webpage. Optional
accessory; sold separately.
* Distances listed are the typical maximum cable distances. Actual distance depends on the physical
characteristics of the network these devices are operating on.

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Installation
CAUTION: Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge precautions when handling the
SIC media converter. Failure to observe this caution could result in damage or failure of the SIC.
DIP switches
The C3210 has two DIP switches mounted on the PC board:
a 6-position DIP (first set at left) and on some units, a 4-position DIP
(second set to the right). If your unit has a second set of DIP switches,
note that they are not used at this time.
6-position DIP switch
The 6-position DIP switch is located on the circuit board of the C3210 media converter. Use a small, flat-
blade screwdriver (or a similar tool) to set the switches according to the site requirements (see the
drawing below).
Note 1: Only use when Auto-Negotiation is disabled.
1. Twisted-Pair Auto-Negotiation
UP Enable Auto-Negotiation for the copper connection.
DOWN Disable Auto-Negotiation for the copper connection.
2. Twisted-Pair 10Mbs/100Mbs (See Note 1)
UP Set copper connection speed to 100Mbs.
DOWN Set copper connection speed to 10Mbs.
3. Twisted-Pair Full/Half Duplex (See Note 1)
UP Operate in full-duplex mode.
DOWN Operate in half-duplex mode of the attached device.
4. Link Pass-Through (LPT)
UP Enable Link Pass-Through
DOWN Disable Link Pass-Through.
5. Fiber Full/Half Duplex
UP Operate in full-duplex mode.
DOWN Operate in half-duplex mode of the attached device (valid for 100FX models only).
6. Not used

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AutoCross jumper (J6)
The AutoCross feature allows either straight-through (MDI) or crossover (MDI-X) cables to be used when
connecting to 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, or 1000Base-T devices, such as hubs, transceivers, or network
interface cards (NICs). AutoCross determines the characteristics of the cable connection and
automatically configures the units to link up regardless of the cable configuration.
The AutoCross 3-pin header (J6) is located on the circuit board of the C3210 (labeled NA = No Autocross
and A= AutoCross). See the Jumper positions below.
Note: Use small needle-nose pliers to set the jumper.
A Either straight-through or crossover cable can be used for all
twisted-pair copper links.
NA Straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cable, depending on
installed site devices, MUST be installed at EACH twisted-pair
copper link.
Note: The factory default is “A” (AutoCross enabled). Lantronix recommends leaving the device in the “A”
(enabled) position.
Hardware/software Mode jumper (J5)
The hardware/software 3-pin header, J5 is located on the circuit board (labeled H
and Sin the figure to the right.)
Note: Use small needle-nose pliers to set the jumper.
H -Hardware In this position, the mode of the C3210 is determined by the
6-position switch (hardware) settings.
S -Software In this position, the mode of the C3210 is determined by the
most-recently saved, onboard microprocessor (software)
settings.

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Install chassis card
1. Remove one chassis slot cover from the ION Chassis (keep the slot cover and screw).
2. Carefully slide the C3210 into the installation slot(s), aligning it with slot guides.
3. Ensure that the C3210 is firmly seated inside the chassis.
4. Push in and rotate the attached panel fastener screw (clockwise) to secure the C3210 to the chassis.
See illustration below.
Port locations
The C3210 models have two ports. The drawing below shows the locations of Port 1 and Port 2.
Port 1: 10/100/1000Base-T
Port 2: 1000Base-X

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Install copper cable
Port 1: 10/100/1000Base-T Copper Port:
1. Locate a 10/100/1000Base-TX compliant copper cable with male RJ-45 connectors installed at both
ends.
2. Connect the RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the 10/100/1000Base-RJ-45port (port 1) on
the C3210.
3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the cable to the 10/100/1000Base-RJ-45 port on the
other device (switch, workstation, etc.).
Note: The AutoCross feature allows the use of either straight-through or crossover configuration cables.
Port 2: 1000Base-X Fiber Port
1. Locate a 1000Base-X compliant fiber cable with male, two-stranded TX to RX connectors installed at
both ends.
1. Connect the fiber cables to the 1000Base-X fiber port (port 2) on the devices as described:
•Connect the male TX cable connector to the female TX connector.
•Connect the male RX cable connector to the female RX connector.
2. Connect the fiber cables to the 1000Base-X fiber port on the other device (another media converter,
hub, etc.) as described:
•Connect the male TX cable connector to the female RX connector.
•Connect the male RX cable connector to the female TX connector.

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Operation
Status LEDs
Use the status LEDs to monitor C3210 operation in the network.
Power and fiber status LEDs
The status LEDs for the 1000Base-X fiber connection (labeled LACT and PWR) are
located next to the fiber port (Port 2).
PWR: Power ON = Connection to chassis power.
LACT: Link activity ON = A link has been established for the fiber connection.
Flashing = The fiber connection is transmit.
Copper port status LEDs
The status LEDs for the copper connection are integrated into the RJ-45 port. These LEDs are not
labeled on the C3210 . See drawing below.
Duplex/Link:
Orange A link in half-duplex mode has been established for the
copper connection.
Flashing Orange The copper connection is transmitting/receiving
data in half-duplex mode.
Green A link in full-duplex mode has been established for the
copper connection.
Flashing Green The copper connection is transmitting/receiving data in full-
duplex mode.
Speed:
OFF 10 Mbps operation or NO link.
Orange 100 Mbps operation.
Green 1000 Mbps operation.

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Product features
Auto-Negotiation
The Auto-Negotiation feature allows the C3210 to configure itself to achieve the best possible mode of
operation over a link, automatically. The C3210 broadcasts its speed (10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps)
and duplex capabilities (full or half) to the other devices and negotiates the best mode of operation.
Auto-Negotiation allows quick and easy installation because the optimal link is established automatically.
No user intervention is required to determine the best mode of operation.
A scenario where the C3210 is linked to a non-negotiating device, the user may want to disable Auto-
Negotiation. In this instance, the mode of operation will drop to the least common denominator between
the two devices (e.g., 100 Mbps, half duplex). Disabling this feature gives the user the ability to force the
connection to the best mode of operation.
Note: The C3210 supports 1000 Mbps fiber Auto-Negotiation.
Link Pass-Through
The Link Pass-Through feature allows the C3210 to monitor both the fiber and copper RX (receive) ports
for loss of signal. In the event of a loss of an RX signal (1), the C3210 will automatically disable the TX
(transmit) signal (2), thus, “passing through” the link loss (3). The far-end device is automatically notified
of the link loss (4), which prevents the loss of valuable data unknowingly transmitted over an invalid link.
Full-Duplex Network
In a full-duplex network, maximum cable lengths are determined by the type of cables that are used.
See pages 1 and 2 for the cable specifications for the different C3210 models. The 512-Bit Rule does not
apply in a full-duplex network.
Half-Duplex network (512-Bit Rule)
In a half-duplex network, the maximum cable lengths are determined by the round trip delay limitations of
each Fast Ethernet collision domain. (A collision domain is the longest path between any two terminal
devices, e.g. a terminal, switch, or router.)
The 512-Bit Rule determines the maximum length of cable permitted by calculating the round-trip delay in
bit-times (BT) of a particular collision domain. If the result is less than or equal to 512 BT, the path is
good.