StarTech.com PEX1000MMSC User manual

PEX1000MMSC
1000Base-SX (SC) Multi-Mode
Fiber Gigabit PCI Express Card

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the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................... 1
Package Contents .......................................................................1
Installation...................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation...................................................................2
Connecting to a Network .............................................................3
Software Installation ....................................................................4
Specifications ................................................................................ 6
Technical Support ......................................................................... 7
Warranty Information .................................................................... 7

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com Multi Mode Fiber Gigabit
Ethernet Card. A simple solution for connecting a host computer directly
to a fiber network, the PEX1000MMSC provides full gigabit performance,
ensuring the fastest network connections and reliable performance.
Features
1000Mbps-Full-duplex•
Advanced Configuration Power Management Interface (ACPI) 2.0•
Cable diagnostic utility•
Compliant with RFC 1157 SNMP v1 which allows you to manage•
remotely
Complies with IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.3ab standards•
Microsoft NDIS5 (IP, TCP, UDP) checksum offload•
PCI Express 1.0a compliant•
Supports up to 9K Bytes jumbo frame•
Supports Wake-on-LAN remote wake-up•
Package Contents
1 x Driver CD•
1 x Instruction Manual•
1 x PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Adapter•

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Installation
Hardware Installation
Turn OFF the computer power before installation.1.
Remove the chassis cover from your computer.2.
Locate an unused PCI Express slot and remove the corresponding slot3.
cover from the rear panel of the computer chassis. Retain the screw (if
applicable) used to hold the slot cover in place.
Align the PCI Express card with the unused PCI Express expansion4.
slot. Applying pressure evenly across the top edge of the expansion
card, firmly but gently insert the card into the slot, ensuring that the
card is properly aligned with the rear panel slot.
Secure the card to the motherboard and rear chassis using the screw5.
removed in step 3 (if necessary). Secure the additional serial port
provided by the daughter board (smaller circuit board to an adjacent
rear bracket.
Replace the chassis cover (removed in step 2).6.
Power on the computer. Once the computer has been rebooted, the7.
operating system will detect that the PCI Express card has been
installed and request driver installation, detailed in the next section.
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer
equipment, can be severely damaged by static elec-
tricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before
opening your computer case or touching your card.
StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-
static strap when installing any computer component.
If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge yourself
of any static electricity build-up by touching a large
grounded metal surface (such as the computer case)
for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the card
by its edges and not the gold connectors.

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Connecting to a Network
Please note: You must connect the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Adapter to the network before installing the network driver.
For connector type, cabling requirements, and maximum segment dis-
tance when connecting the PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to your
network, please refer to the following tables.
Remove the protective covers from the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit1.
Ethernet Adapter’s connector.
Prepare a network cable with corresponding connectors for the two end2.
devices, one end to the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
and the other to a 1000Mbps fiber port on the network switch.
Connect the network cable to the connector on the PCI Express Fiber3.
Gigabit Ethernet Adapter. This network cable consists of two individual
cables: one for ‘transmission (TX)’, and the other for ‘reception (RX)’.
Connect the other end of the network cable to a 1000BASE-SX/LX4.
switch.
i. Insert the cable that is connected to the transmit (TX) connector on5.
the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapter into the receive
(RX) connector on the network switch.
Connector Type
on Fiber Adapter
Wavelength of 850nm
Fiber Optic required
Maximum Distance
(* full-duplex)
SC Multi-mode, 62/125 µm 550 m
Connector Type
on Fiber Adapter
Wavelength of
1310nm Fiber Optic
required
Maximum Distance
(* full-duplex)
SC Single-mode, 10/125 µm 10 km
SC Single-mode, 10/125 µm 10 km
SC Single-mode, 10/125 µm 50 km

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ii. Insert the cable that is connected to the receive (RX) connector on
the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapter into the transmit
(TX) connector on the network switch.
When the cable is properly connected to two end devices, turn on the6.
power to the PC.
Check the LNK (Link) LED. The LED will come on when the PCI Ex7.
press Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is receiving a good link signal
from the connected device, a switch.
Software Installation
Once PEX1000MMSC has been installed in the computer, turn on the1.
power to the computer.
When the2. Found New
Hardware Wizard window pops
up, select Install from a list or
specific location (Advanced)
and click Next to continue.
Select3. Search for the best
driver in these locations. and
then select Include this location
in the search. Click Browse to
specify the driver location and
click Next to continue.

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Installation will begin...4.
Click5. Finish to complete the
driver installation.

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Specications
Applicable Standards
IEEE802.3 10Base-T,
IEEE802.3u 100Base-TX/100Base-FX
IEEE802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE802.3z 1000Base-SX/1000Base-LX
IEEE802.3x
IEEE802.1Q
IEEE802.1p
IEEE802.3ad
LED Indicators Link, Activity
Operating Temperature 0°C to 45° C (32°F to 113°F)
Storage Temperature -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F)
Humidity 5%-95% non-condensing
Chipset Realtek RTL8168B & Marvell 88E1111
Maximum Connection
Distance
Up to 550m (1804’)
OS Support Windows XP, Vista™, Mac, Linux

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-
ment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your
product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive
selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.
com warrants its products against defects in materials and workman-
ship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During
this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor
costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or
damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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