Perle SMI Media Converter User manual

Perle SMI
Installation Guide
Part# 5500316-15 (Rev A)

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Introduction
Perle SMI Media Converters come in two different models.
The 100/110 and the 1000/1110 Media Converters provide
high-speed managed integration of Ethernet to Fiber
networks. Whereas, the Perle 10G (gigabit) and 10GT
(gigabit with RJ-45 copper) SMI Media Converters provide
high-speed managed integration from SFP+ or XFP to
SFP+, XFP or an RJ-45 copper interface.
Overview
This guide contains instructions necessary for the
installation and operation of the Perle SMI Media
Converters. This Media Converter consists of the SMI
chassis, a MCR-MGT Management Module and one Media
Converter Module.
SMI 100/110 and 1000/1110 Media Converters provide fiber
connections of either single mode (SM) or multimode (MM).
They can operate over different wavelengths and distances,
depending on the model selected (see table below).
SMI 10G/T models provide 10 gigabit speeds with
connections of:
•SFP+ to SFP+
•SFP+ to XFP
•XFP to XFP
•SFP+ to copper
•XFP to copper

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Getting to know your SMI Media
Converter
Your SMI Media Converter package contains the following
items:
•SMI two slot chassis (single height or double height)
•A MCR-MGT Management card.
•Media Converter module. (See enclosed Media
Converter Installation guide for usage and features
for your module). Your module type will be printed on
the faceplate for the card type you ordered. Features
may include Link Mode, Fiber Fault Alerts, Loopback
and more
Other Components
•Grounding screws (for improved chassis grounding)
•Country specific power adapter
•Power cord strain relief clip
•Four rubber feet
•User Installation Guide for your Media Converter
Module
•CDROM including firmware for the MCR-MGT
Management Module and all Media Modules, MCR-
MGT Management module User guide and MCR-
MGT Management module CLI guide.
•This guide

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Front and Rear Panel Components of Single Height
Chassis
Front View
Rear View

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Front and Rear Panel Components of Double
Height Chassis
Front View
Rear View