OST iConverter XG Supplement

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Application Note
iConverter®
Managed Fiber Media Converter
Product Family
iConverter XG, XG+ and XGT+
Chassis Installation Guidelines for Airow and Cooling
Document Number: 002-A0006
Version E
June 2018
Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.
38 Tesla
Irvine, CA 92618
tel: [phone]
www.omnitron-systems.com

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Table of Contents
1.0 SCOPE ..........................................................................................................................................................3
2.0 XG PLUG-IN MODULE REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................................3
3.0 XG+ AND XGT+ PLUG-IN MODULES REQUIREMENTS.................................................................5
3.1 Installation Guidelines When Using the 19-Module Chassis .........................................................5
3.2 Installation Guidelines When Using the 5-Module Chassis ...........................................................8
3.3 Installation Guidelines When Using the 2-Module Chassis ...........................................................9
3.4 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES WHEN USING THE 1-MODULE CHASSIS ................................10

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1.0 SCOPE
This application note provides chassis, power and airow installation guidelines for the iConverter XG,
XG+ and XGT+ plug-in media converter modules. This application note can be used in conjunction with
Omnitron Application Note 002-A0007, which provides selection guidelines between the XG and the XG+
products.
Chassis installation guidelines for the plug-in model numbers listed in Table 1a and 1b are addressed within
this document. Section 2.0 outlines the requirements when using XG plug-in modules and Section 3.0
outlines the requirements when using an XG+ or XGT+ plug-in module.
Plug-in Module
Module Numbers Port 1 Port 2
XG
8599-00 SFP+ SFP+
8599-01 SFP+ XFP
8599-11 XFP XFP
XG+ 8599N-01 SFP+ XFP
8599N-11 XFP XFP
XGT+ 8589N-0 SFP+ RJ45
8589N-1 XFP RJ45
Plug-in Module
Module Numbers Port 1 Port 2
XG
8599P-00 SFP+ SFP+
8599P-01 SFP+ XFP
8599P-11 XFP XFP
XG+
8599R-00 SFP+ SFP+
8599R-01 SFP+ XFP
8599R-11 XFP XFP
Table 1a: Discontinued XG/XG+ and Current XGT+ Model Numbers Table 1b: Replacement XG/XG+ Model Numbers
Standalone modules do not have any power supply or airow restrictions, however, do not cover the fan
or any ventilations holes on the module during the installation. Also, check the individual data sheets for
appropriate transceiver recommendations.
2.0 XG PLUG-IN MODULE REQUIREMENTS
The discontinued and replacement XG plug-in model numbers shown in Table 2a and 2b do not generate
elevated levels of heat, and therefore require no special airow/cooling or spacing requirements.
Plug-in Module
Module Numbers Port 1 Port 2
XG
8599-00 SFP+ SFP+
8599-01 SFP+ XFP
8599-11 XFP XFP
Plug-in Module
Module Numbers Port 1 Port 2
XG
8599P-00 SFP+ SFP+
8599P-01 SFP+ XFP
8599P-11 XFP XFP
Table 2a: Discontinued XG Model Numbers Table 2b: Replacement XG Model Numbers

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The following chassis are recommended.
Model Number Description
8242-x 1-Module Chassis, 8.3W PS, 100-240VAC
8230-x 2-Module Chassis, 8.5W PS, 100-240VAC
8231-x 2-Module Chassis, 16.5W PS, 100-240VAC, with Temp Controlled Fan
8232-x 2-Module Chassis, 16.5W High Airow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8235-x 2-Module Chassis, 6.6W PS, 18 to 60VDC
8236-x 2-Module Chassis, 16.5W PS, 18 to 60VDC, with Temp Controlled Fan
8238-x 2-Module Chassis, 16.5W High Airow PS, 18 to 60VDC, with Fan
8220-x 5-Module Chassis, 33W PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8221-x 5-Module Chassis, 66W High Airow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8226-x 5-Module Chassis, 33W PS, 18 to 36VDC, with Fan
8225-x 5-Module Chassis, 33W PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
8227-x 5-Module Chassis, 66W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
8200-x 19-Module Chassis, 60W PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8201-x 19-Module Chassis, 120W High AirFlow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8206-x 19-Module Chassis, 66W PS, 18 to 36VDC, with Fan
8205-x 19-Module Chassis, 66W PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
8207-x 19-Module Chassis, 120W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
Table 3. Recommended Chassis fort XG Modules
Consult the Power Calculator Tool to make sure there is sufcient power to support the installed iConverter
module. If slots are empty, it is recommended that a blank panel (8090-0) is installed ensure even and
consistent airow throughout the chassis.
http://www.omnitron-systems.com/power-calculator
Use the link above to access the online Power Calculator Tool or visit the Support section on Omnitron’s
website. The tool guides the user in selecting the appropriate power supply(s) for the selected chassis, to
ensure sufcient power is available for the selected plug-in module.
NOTES:
1. It is recommended for chassis with fans that all empty slot have a blank panel (8090-0) installed.
2. TheXGmodulecanbeinstalledinHighAirowchassis.
3. Only one XG module can be installed in a 2-Module Chassis listed above. The XG module must be
installed in the bottom slot of the chassis. The top slot can be populated with another iConverter
module, such as the NMM2.
4. A 2-Module Chassis without a fan does not require a blank panel if only one module is installed.

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3.0 XG+ AND XGT+ PLUG-IN MODULES REQUIREMENTS
The XG+ and XGT+ models shown in Table 4a and 4b can generate elevated levels of heat depending on
the installed transceivers. The appropriate chassis must be selected to meet the appropriate power and
airow requirements for these modules.
Plug-in Module
Module Numbers Port 1 Port 2
XG+ 8599N-01 SFP+ XFP
8599N-11 XFP XFP
XGT+ 8589N-0 SFP+ RJ-45
8589N-1 XFP RJ-45
Plug-in Module
Module Numbers Port 1 Port 2
XG+
8599R-00 SFP+ SFP+
8599R-01 SFP+ XFP
8599R-11 XFP XFP
Table 4a: Discontinued XG+ and Current XGT+ Model Numbers Table 4b: Replacement XG+ Model Numbers
The Discontinued XG+ module does not have a SFP+/SFP+ model.
Consult the Power Calculator Tool to make sure there is sufcient power to support the installed iConverter
module. If slots are empty it must have a blank panel (8090-0) covering the slot to ensure even and consistent
airow throughout the chassis.
http://www.omnitron-systems.com/power-calculator
Use the link above to access the online Power Calculator Tool or visit the Support section on Omnitron’s
website. The tool guides the user in selecting the appropriate power supply(s) for the selected chassis, to
ensure sufcient power and airow is available for the selected plug-in module.
3.1 Installation Guidelines When Using the 19-Module Chassis
When installed in the iConverter 19-Module Chassis, the XG+ and XGT+ plug-in modules require one or
more 120W High Airow power supplies. These power supplies have high capacity fans which provide
sufcient airow and cooling for the module(s). Table 5 provides the model numbers for the available
19-Module High Airow Chassis.
Model Number Description
8201-1 19-Module Chassis with one (1) 120W High AirFlow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8201-2 19-Module Chassis with two (2) 120W High AirFlow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8201-3 19-Module Chassis with three (3) 120W High AirFlow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8207-1 19-Module Chassis with one (1) 120W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
8207-2 19-Module Chassis with two (2) 120W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
8207-3 19-Module Chassis with three (3) 120W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
Table 5. 19-Module Chassis used with XG+ and XGT+ Modules
When installing XG+/XGT+ modules in the 19-Module Chassis, the slot to the right of the installed XG+/
XGT+ must be empty and a blank panel (8090-0) must be installed over the empty slot. Also, all unused
slots must have a blank panel installed.
Each 120W High Airow power supply can support up to 6 iConverter modules installed in the chassis,
and three of the six modules can be XG+/XGT+. The XG+/XGT+ modules must be installed directly in
front of the installed High Airow power supply and all empty slots must have a blank panel installed. The
other iConverter modules can be installed anywhere in the chassis.

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Power Supply
Chassis Slot Number
Supported XG+/XGT+ Module
Chassis Slot Numbers
Slot 20 Slots 14 - 19
Slot 21 Slots 8 - 13
Slot 22 Slots 1 - 7
Table 6. 19-Module Chassis Power Supply and XG+/XGT+ Module Slot Positions
The gure below shows the relationship between the power supply slots and the appropriate slots for the
installed XG+/XGT+ modules.
Figure 1. 19-Module Chassis Power Supplies with Supported Module Slot Positions
Figure 2 shows one (1) 120W High Airow power supply installed in slot 22 and three XG+ modules
installed in the appropriate chassis slots. This conguration will provide sufcient airow and cooling for
the modules. Three additional iConverter modules can be installed anywhere in the chassis that does not
violate the spacing requirements of the XG+ modules.

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Figure 2. Properly Congured 19-Module Chassis and XG+ Modules
A maximum of nine (9) XG+/XGT+ modules can be installed in a 19-Module Chassis when congured
with three (3) 120W High Airow power supplies installed.
The following gure shows a properly congured 19-Module Chassis fully populated with one NMM2,
nine XG+ modules, blank panels and three 120W High Airow power supplies.
Figure 3. 19-Module Chassis with Nine XG+ Modules
An existing 19-Module Chassis can be retrotted to support the XG+/XGT+ modules by replacing the
power supply in the chassis with 120W High Airow power supplies. The number of 120W High Airow
power supplies required will depend on the number of XG+/XGT+ modules installed. Table 7 provides
the model numbers for the High Airow power supplies available for the 19-Module Chassis.

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The modules installed in the chassis may need to be repositioned in order to meet the airow and spacing
requirements of the XG+/XGT+ modules as stated in this section.
Model Number Description
8201-9 Spare 19-Module Chassis with one (1) 120W High AirFlow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8207-9 Spare 19-Module Chassis with one (1) 120W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
Table 7. 19-Module Chassis Spare Power Supplies
NOTES:
1. All empty or unused slots must have a blank panel installed. This includes all front and rear slots.
2. HighAirowpowersupplies(120W)cannotbeinstalledinthesamechassiswithothertypesof
power supplies.
3. XG modules can be installed into any slot as long as the XG+/XGT+ requirements are maintained.
3.2 Installation Guidelines When Using the 5-Module Chassis
When installed in the iConverter 5-Module Chassis, the XG+ and XGT+ plug-in modules require at least
one (1) 66W High Airow power supply. These power supplies have high capacity fans which provide
sufcient cooling for the module(s). Table 8 provides the model numbers for the available 5-Module High
Airow Chassis.
Model Number Description
8221-1 5-Module Chassis with one (1) 66W High Airow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8221-2 5-Module Chassis with two (2) 66W High Airow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8227-1 5-Module Chassis with one (1) 66W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
8227-2 5-Module Chassis with two (2) 66W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
Table 8. 5-Module Chassis with High Airow Power Supplies
At least one High Airow power supply must be installed in the chassis.
An XG+/XGT+ module can be installed in any or all slots in the 5-Module Chassis. All empty slots must
have blank panels (8090-0) installed, which will ensure even and consistent airow throughout the chassis.
A maximum of ve (5) XG+/XGT+ modules can be installed in a 5-Module Chassis.
The following gure shows a 5-Module Chassis fully populated with ve XG+ modules.
Figure 4. 5-Module Chassis with Four XG+ Modules
An existing 5-Module Chassis can be retrotted to support XG+/XGT+ modules by replacing the power
supplies in the chassis with 66W High Airow power supplies. The table below indicates the model numbers
for the High Airow power supplies available for the 5-Module Chassis.

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Model Number Description
8221-9 Spare 5-Module Chassis with one (1) 66W High AirFlow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8227-9 Spare 5-Module Chassis with one (1) 66W High Airow PS, 36 to 60VDC, with Fan
Table 9. 5-Module Chassis Spare Power Supplies
NOTES:
1. All empty or unused slots must have a blank panel installed. This includes all front and rear slots.
2. HighAirowpowersupplies(66W)cannotbeinstalledinthesamechassiswithothertypesof
power supplies.
3.3 Installation Guidelines When Using the 2-Module Chassis
When installed in the iConverter 2-Module Chassis, the XG+ and XGT+ plug-in modules require the
16.5W High Airow AC or DC chassis. These chassis utilize a high capacity fan which provides sufcient
cooling for the XG+/XGT+ module. Table 10 provides the model numbers for the available 2-Module
High Airow Chassis.
Model Number Description
8232-1 2-Module Chassis, 16.5W High Airow PS, 100-240VAC, with Fan
8238-1 2-Module Chassis, 16.5W High Airow PS, 18 to 60VDC, with Fan
Table 10. 2-Module Chassis with High Airow Power Supply
Only one XG+/XGT+ module can be installed in a 2-Module High Airow Chassis. The second slot can
be populated with another iConverter module, such as the NMM2 or blank panel (8090-0).
Consult the Power Calculator Tool to makes sure there is sufcient power to support the additional
iConverter module. If the second slot is empty, it must have a blank panel covering the slot to ensure even
and consistent airow throughout the chassis.
http://www.omnitron-systems.com/power-calculator
Use the link above to access the online Power Calculator Tool or visit the Support section on Omnitron’s
website. The tool guides the user in selecting the appropriate chassis, to ensure sufcient power and airow
is available for the selected plug-in module.
The following gures show properly congured 2-Module High Airow Chassis. The gure on the left
shows a 2-Module High Airow Chassis with an NMM2 module installed in the upper slot and a XG+
module installed in the lower slot. The gure on the right shows a 2-Module High Airow Chassis with a
XG+ module installed in the lower slot and a blank panel installed in the upper slot.
Figure 5. 2-Module Chassis with one XG+ Module

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NOTES:
1. All empty or unused slots must have a blank panel installed.
2. AnXGmodulecanbeinstalledinaHighAirowchassis.
3. Only one XG+/XGT+ module can be installed in a 2-Module Chassis. The XG+/XGT+ module
must be installed in the bottom slot of the chassis as shown in Figure 5. Another iConverter module
can be installed in the top slot. If the slot is empty, a blank panel (8090-0) must be installed.
3.4 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES WHEN USING THE 1-MODULE CHASSIS
The XG+ and XGT+ plug-in modules are not supported in any iConverter 1-Module Chassis. For this
application, an XG+ or XGT+ Standalone is recommended.
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