Planet XT-705A User manual

10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M Copper to
10GBASE-X SFP+ Media Converter
XT-705A
User’s Manual

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FCC Warning
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. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
Instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own
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CE Mark Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference, in which case the user
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Revision
PLANET 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M Copper to 10GBASE-X SFP+
Media Converter User’s Manual
Model: XT-705A
Revision: 1.0 (April, 2018)
Part No: EM-XT_705A_v1.0 (2350-AA5010-000)

Table Of Contents
1. Introduction ..................................................................... 5
1.1 Package Contents....................................................... 5
1.2 Product Overview....................................................... 6
1.3 Product Features ........................................................ 7
1.4 Product Specications................................................. 8
2. Hardware Description ...................................................... 11
2.1 Physical Dimensions ................................................. 11
2.2 Converter Front Panel and LED Indicators .................. 12
2.3 Rear Panel............................................................... 13
2.4 Power Information: .................................................. 13
3. Installation..................................................................... 15
3.1 Stand-alone Installation ............................................ 15
3.2 Wall-mount Installation............................................. 16
3.3 Media Chassis Installation ......................................... 17
3.4 Optional DIN-rail Installation ..................................... 18
3.5 Cable Connection ..................................................... 19
4. Troubleshooting .............................................................. 23
Appendix A: Approved PLANET SFP+ Transceivers ................. 25
Appendix B: Networking Connection ..................................... 26
B.1 Converter’s RJ45 Pin Assignments ............................. 26
B.2 RJ45 Cable Pin Assignments ..................................... 27

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1.Introduction
1.1 Package Contents
Thank you for purchasing PLANET 10G Media Converter. In the
following sections, unless specied, the term “Media Converter”
mentioned in this manual refers to the XT-705A.
Open the box of the Media Converter and carefully unpack it.
The box should contain the following items:
XT-705A Media Converter x 1 User’s Manual x 1
Power adapter (5V, 2.5A) x 1
If any of these are missing or damaged, please contact your
dealer immediately; if possible, retain the carton including the
original packing material, and use them again to repack the
product in case there is a need to return it to us for repair.

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1.2 Product Overview
Flexible and Reliable Network Distance Extension Solution
PLANET XT-705A Media Converter is equipped with one
10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100BASE-T auto-negotiation port and
one 10GBASE-X SFP+ slot. It supports 10Gigabit Ethernet
media conversion from copper 10GBASE-T to ber multi-mode
or single-mode, utilizing 10GBASE-SR or 10GBASE-LR SFP+
transceiver installed in the SFP+ slot to extend distances to
servers, switches and patch panels. The deployment distance
can be extended from 300 meters (multi-mode) to up to 60
kilometers (single-mode).They are designed for use in network
environments where the ultra-high bandwidth provided by
10Gigabit Ethernet is required, for example, data center cloud
computing, enterprise backbones, campus networks, and carrier
infrastructure.
High Performance 10Gbps Ethernet Capacity
The XT-705A offers wire-speed packets transfer performance
without risk of packet loss. The high data throughput of the
device makes it ideal for most Gigabit environments. With a
20Gbps internal fabric and featuring auto negotiation support
in its 10 Gigabit port, the XT-705A Media Converter can
handle large amounts of data in a secure topology linking to a
backbone or high capacity servers.
Fiber-optic Linking Capability Enables Extension of
Network Deployment
The SFP+ slot of the XT-705AT is compatible with 10GBASE-SR
or 10GBASE-LR (Small Form Factor Pluggable) ber-optic
transceivers. The ber optic uplink capability guarantees the
throughput to all nodes hooked into the network and the 10
Gigabit Ethernet distance can be extended from 300 meters
(multi-mode ber cable) to 10/40/60 kilometers (single-mode

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ber cable). It is ideal for applications within the data centers
and distributions.
Easy Chassis Installation
The XT-705A Media Converter can be used as a stand-alone
unit or as a slide-in module to the PLANET Media Converter
Chassis (MC-700 and MC-1500 chassis series). The media
chassis can assist in providing DC power to the XT-705A Media
Converter to maintain the ber-optic network at one centralized
location. It can be DIN-rail or wall mounted for efcient use of
cabinet space.
Low Power Consumption
The XT-705A adopting the advanced chip technology has the
power-saving feature like a low power consumption of only 3.75
watts when in full operation.
1.3 Product Features
XT-705A Physical Port
One 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100BASE-T RJ45 interface with auto
MDI/MDI-X function
One 10GBASE-X SFP+ slot
Layer 2 Features
IEEE 802.3u/802.3ab/802.3bz/802.3ae Ethernet standard
compliant
Supports auto-negotiation and 100Mbps half/full duplex and
1/2.5/5/10Gbps full duplex mode
Prevents packet loss with back pressure (half-duplex) and
IEEE 802.3x pause frame ow control (full-duplex)
16K jumbo frame size support

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Automatic address learning and address aging
Case and Installation
External 5V DC, 2.5A power supply
DIN-rail and wall-mount design
Supports 6000 VDC Ethernet ESD protection
100 meters over Cat 6A / Cat7 at 10Gbps
0 to 50 degrees C operating temperature
Co-works with PLANET’s 10”/19” Media Converter Chassis
(MC-700/MC-1500/MC-1500R/MC-1500R48)
Plug and Play installation
1.4 ProductSpecications
Model XT-705A
Hardware Specications
Copper
Interface
1 x 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100BASE-T RJ45
Auto-MDI/MDI-X, auto-negotiation
Fiber Optic
Interface 1 x 10GBASE-X R SFP+ interface.
LED
System:
PWR (Green)
10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100 BASE-T RJ45
Interfaces:
1G/10G LNK (Orange)
5G/2.5G/100M LNK (Green)
Switch
Processing
Scheme
Store and Forward

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ESD
Protection 6KV DC
Enclosure Compact-sized metal case
Installation
Desktop, wall mountable
Media convert Chassis installation
Optional DIN-rail kit
Dimensions
(WxDxH) 94 x 70 x 26mm
Weight 180g (device only)
Power
Requirements 5V DC, 2A max.
Power
Consumption 3.75 watts / 12.8 BTU per hour max.
Converter Specications
Flow Control Back pressure for half duplex
IEEE 802.3x pause frame for full duplex
Fabric 20Gbps
Throughput
(packet per
second)
2.48Mpps@64bytes
Address Table 9K entries, automatic source address learning
and aging
Jumbo Frame 16K

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Network
Cables
10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M BASE-T:
10G--Cat 6A/Cat 7
5G--Cat 6/Cat 6A/Cat 7
1G/2.5G--Cat 5e/Cat 6/Cat 6A/ Cat 7
100M--Cat 5/Cat 5e/Cat 6/Cat 6A/ Cat 7
Cat 5/5e/6/6A/7 UTP cable (100 meters,
max.)
EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm STP (100 meters, max.)
10GBASE-LR/SR/BX :
50/125μm or 62.5/125μm multi-mode ber
optic cable, up to 300m
9/125μm single-mode ber optic cable, up to
60km
Standards Conformance
Regulatory
Compliance FCC Part 15 Class A, CE
Operating
environment 0 ~ 50 degrees C
Storage
environment -10 ~ 70 degrees C
Operating
Humidity 5 ~ 95%, relative humidity (non-condensing)
Storage
Humidity 5 ~ 95%, relative humidity (non-condensing)
Standards
Compliance
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T
IEEE 802.3bz 2.5G/5GBASE-T
IEEE 802.3an 10GBASE-T
IEEE 802.3ae 10Gbps Ethernet
IEEE 802.3x full-duplex ow control

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2.Hardware Description
2.1 Physical Dimensions
XT-705A dimensions (W x D x H): 94 x 70 x 26mm
5V DC
10 Gigabit Ethernet 10GBASE-T to 10GBASE-X
10GBASE-T
LNK SPD
10G SFP+
PWR
10 Gigabit Ethernet Converter
XT-705A
2.5G 10G/1G 5G/100
Dimensions ( unit = mm )

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2.2 Converter Front Panel and LED Indicators
Figure 2-2 shows the front panels of the Media Converter.
10GBASE-T
LNK SPD
10G SFP+
PWR
10 Gigabit Ethernet Converter
XT-705A
2.5G
10G/1G
5G/100
Figure 2-2: XT-705A Front Panel
System
LED Color Function
PWR Green
Lit: Power is active
Off: Power is inactive
Per 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100BASE-T Port
LED Color Function
10/2.5/1G
Green Lit: To indicate that the port is
operating at 2.5Gbps.
Orange Lit: To indicate that the port is
operating at 10/1Gbps.
5G/100M Green Off: To indicate that the port is
operating at 5Gbps/100Mbps.

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2.3 Rear Panel
The rear panel of the XT-705A consists of one DC jack, which
accepts input power with 5V DC, 2A.
5V DC
Figure 2-3: One DC jack for DC power input
2.4 Power Information:
The central pole of the Media Converter’s power jacks measures
2.5mm wide that require +5VDC power input. It conforms to
the bundled AC-DC adapter and PLANET’s media chassis. Should
you have the issue of power connection, please contact your
local sales representative.
Please keep the AC-DC adapter as a spare part when the
XT-705A is installed in a media chassis.

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2.5mm
Width of DC Receptacle: 2.5mm
+5V for each slot
DC receptacle is 2.5mm wide that matches the central pole;
the width of the Media Converter DC jack also measures
2.5mm.
Warning: Do not install any improper unit.Converter.
The device is a power-required device, meaning it will not work
till it is powered. If your networks should be active all the
time, please consider using UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply)
for your device. It will prevent you from network data loss or
network downtime.
In some areas, installing a surge suppression device may also
help to protect your Media Converter from being damaged by
unregulated surge or current to the converter or the power
adapter.

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3.Installation
This section describes the functionalities of the Media
Converter’s components and guides you to how to install it on
the desktop. Basic knowledge of networking is assumed. Please
read this chapter completely before continuing.
3.1 Stand-alone Installation
Step 1: Unpack the Media Converter.
Step 2: Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the XT-705A and
verify that the Power LED lights up.
(Please refer to the 2.4 Power Information section
for power input.)
Step 3:
3-1: Prepare a twisted-pair, straight-through Category
5e/6/7 UTP cable for Ethernet connection.
3-2: Prepare a ber cable for connection to the 10GBASE-T
SFP+ slot, and make sure both sides of the SFP
transceiver are with the same media type.
(Please refer to the 3.5 Cable Connection section for
the type of connection.)
Step 4:
4-1: Insert one side of Category 5e/6/7 cable into the
Media Converter Ethernet port (RJ45) while the other
side of Category 5e/6/7 cable into the network devices’
Ethernet port (RJ45), e.g., switch, PC or server.
The UTP port (RJ45) LED on the Media Converter will
light up when the cable is connected with the network
device. (Please refer to the 2.2 LED Indicators
section for the functions of LED lights.)

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4-2: Connect the ber cable. Attach the duplex LC
connector on the network cable to the SFP+
transceiver. Attach the ber cable from the XT-705A to
the ber network. TX, RX must be paired at both ends.
Step 5: When all the connections are all set and the LED lights
all show normally, the installation is complete.
3.2 Wall-mount Installation
Step 1: Please nd the wall that can mount the Media
Converter
Step 2: Screw two screws on the wall.
10GBASE-Tto10GBASE-X
XT-705A Switch Bottom Side
Ø7mm
Ø4mm
5VDC
Step 3: Hang the Media Converter on the screws from the wall.

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Step 4: Refer to Chapter 2.4 Power Information on power
supply to the Media Converter.
10GBASE-Tto10GBASE-X
XT-705A Switch Bottom Side
Ø7mm
Ø4mm
5VDC
Note
Before mounting the device to the wall, please
check the location of the electrical outlet and the
length of the Ethernet cable.
3.3 Media Chassis Installation
To install the Media Converter in a 10-inch or 19-inch standard
rack, follow the instructions described below.
Step 1: Place your Media Converter on a hard at surface, with
the front panel positioned towards your front side.
Step 2: Carefully slide in the module until it is fully and rmly
tted into the slot of the chassis; the Power LED of the
Media Converter will turn ON.
Figure 3-2: Insert Gigabit Media Converter into an available slot

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Caution
1. Never push the converter into the slot with
force; it could damage the chassis.
2. The Media Converter Chassis supports hot-
swap; there is no need to turn off the whole
chassis before sliding in the new converter.
3.4 Optional DIN-rail Installation
There are two DIN-rail holes on the left side of the XT-705A
that allows to be easily installed by DIN-rail mounting. PLANET
optional DIN-rail mounting kit – RKE-DIN -- can be ordered
separately. Refer to the following steps for the DIN-rail
mounting of the XT-705A:
Step 1: Screw the DIN rail on the XT-705A
Step 2: Now slide the DIN rail into the track.

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Step 3: Check whether the DIN rail is tightly on the track.
Caution
You must use the screws supplied with the
mounting brackets. Damage caused to the parts
by using incorrect screws would invalidate your
warranty.
3.5 Cable Connection
Installing the SFP+ Transceiver
The sections describe how to insert an SFP+ transceiver into an
SFP+ slot.
The SFP+ transceivers are hot-pluggable and hot-swappable.
You can plug in and out the transceiver to/from any SFP+ port
without having to power down the Media Converter
MTB Series
Transceiver
Figure 3-5-1: Plug in the SFP+ Transceiver

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Note
It is recommended to use PLANET SFP+s on the
Media Converter. If you insert an SFP+ transceiver
that is not supported, the Media Converter will not
recognize it.
10GBASE-X SR/LR:
Before connecting the other switches, workstation or Media
Converter, please do the following:
1. Make sure both sides of the SFP+ transceiver are with the
same media type; for example, 10GBASE-SR to 10GBASE-SR,
10GBASE-LR to 10GBASE-LR.
2. Check whether the ber-optic cable type matches the SFP+
transceiver model.
To connect to 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceiver, use the
multi-mode ber cable with one side being the male
duplex LC connector type.
To connect to 10GBASE-LR SFP+ transceiver, use the
single-mode ber cable with one side being the male
duplex LC connector type.
Connecting the ber cable
1. Attach the duplex LC connector of the network cable to the
SFP+ transceiver.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a device like a switch
with SFP+ installed, ber NIC on a workstation or a Media
Converter.
Removing the Transceiver Module
1. Make sure there is no network activity by consulting or
checking with the network administrator. Or through the
management interface of the switch/converter (if available),