GarrettCom Switch Quad User Manual

Magnum Quad-Series  
Fiber Switches  
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Contacting GarrettCom, Inc  
Please use the mailing address, phone and fax numbers and email address listed below:  
GarrettCom, Inc.  
47823 Westinghouse Dr.  
Fremont, CA 94539  
Phone (510) 438-9071  
Fax (510) 438-9072  
Federal Communications Commission  
Radio Frequency Interference Statement  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and if not  
installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer's  
instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and  
found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the  
specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial  
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause  
interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever  
measures may be required to correct the interference.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Page  
1.0  
1.1  
1.2  
2.0  
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 1  
Technical Specifications ...................................................................... 1  
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 4  
Inspecting the Package and Product .................................................... 4  
Product Description - Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switches .............. 5  
2.2  
2.2.1  
Magnum Quad-Series chassis models.......................................... 5  
2.2.2 Quad-port modules, 100Mb fiber ...................................................... 7  
2.2.3  
2.2.4  
2.2.5  
2.2.6  
Quad-port modules, 10 Mb fiber.................................................. 7  
Quad-Port Module, RJ-45 (copper) ............................................. 8  
Combo “3 + 1” Quad Port Modules, 3@RJ-45 and 1@fiber....... 8  
Frame Buffering and Latency ...................................................... 9  
Features and Benefits......................................................................... 11  
Applications....................................................................................... 12  
INSTALLATION................................................................................ 15  
Locating Magnum Quad-Series Switches.......................................... 15  
Connecting Ethernet Media ............................................................... 16  
2.3  
2.4  
3.0  
3.1  
3.2  
3.2.1  
3.2.2  
3.2.3  
3.2.4  
Connecting Fiber Optic ST-type, “twist-lock”.......................... 16  
Connecting Fiber Optic SC-type, "Snap-In".............................. 17  
Connecting Single-Mode Fiber Optic........................................ 17  
Connect Twist Pair (RJ-45,CAT3, CAT5, Unsh or Shiel)......... 17  
Table-Top or Shelf Mounting............................................................ 18  
Wall (or Vertical Surface) Mounting, 8-port QS580 ................. 18  
Rack-mounting, models QS5108 and QS5116........................... 18  
RJ-45 ports, int jump set for 10/100Mb............................................. 20  
Fiber 100Mb ports, int jump set for 100Mb fixed ............................. 21  
Combo(3+1) ports, int jump set for 10/100 RJ-45 Auto-Neg............ 22  
Fiber 10Mb ports, int jump set for 10Mb fixed Half- or.................... 23  
Powering the Magnum Quad-Series Switch ...................................... 24  
Quad Port Module (QPM) Installation............................................... 25  
Preparation for Installing and Removing QPMs........................ 25  
Installing QPM Cards in the Magnum Q-Series ........................ 27  
Removing QPM Cards............................................................... 29  
3.3  
3.3.1  
3.3.2  
3.4  
3.5  
3.6  
3.7  
3.8  
3.9  
3.9.1  
3.9.2  
3.9.3  
4.0  
4.1  
OPERATION ....................................................................................... 30  
Switching Functionality..................................................................... 30  
Status LEDs ....................................................................................... 31  
Manual Switches for Up-link push-button, for RJ-45 quad-port....... 31  
Auto-negotiation, for Fast Ethernet copper ports............................... 31  
Auto-negotiation for 10 Mb ports, half- or full-duplex mode............ 33  
Flow-control, IEEE 802.3x standard ................................................. 33  
Power Budget Calculations for Quad-Series QPM’s with Fiber ....... 34  
4.2  
4.3  
4.4  
4.5  
4.6  
4.7  
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5.0 INTRODUCTION - MAGNUM QUAD-SERIES (QPM)............... 35  
5.1  
5.2  
5.2.1  
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Inspecting the Package and Product .................................................. 35  
Product Description ........................................................................... 35  
QPM-MST, 100Mb multi-mode FX-ST Quad-port Mod .......... 36  
QPM-MSC 100Mbps multi-mode FX-SC Quad-port, “snap-in”37  
QPM-SSC 100Mbps single-mode FX-SC-type, “snap-in” con . 37  
QPM-MTRJ, 100Mb multi-mode FX Quad-Port, MTRJ small- 38  
QPM-MV45, 100Mbps multi-mode FX Quad-Port VF45 small-38  
QPM-RJ45 (Twisted Pair), 10/100Mb TP Quad-Port................ 39  
QPRJ-MSC, “3 + 1” 3@10/100Mb RJ-45 and 1@100Mb Fib.. 40  
QPRJ-MST, “3 + 1” 3@10/100Mb RJ-45 and 1@100Mb Fib.. 41  
QPRJ-SSC, “3 + 1” 3@10/100Mb RJ-45 and 1@100Mb Fib... 41  
5.2.2  
5.2.3  
5.2.4  
5.2.5  
5.2.6  
5.2.7  
5.2.8  
5.2.9  
5.2.10 QPM-FP..................................................................................... 41  
6.0  
6.1  
6.2  
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................... 42  
Before Calling for Assistance ............................................................ 42  
When Calling for Assistance ............................................................. 43  
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Procedure............................. 43  
Shipping and Packaging Information................................................. 44  
6.3  
6.4  
APPENDIX A: WARRANTY INFORMATION......................................... 44  
APPENDIX B: MAGNUM INTERNAL DC POWER SUPPLY OPTION44  
APPENDIX C: MAGNUM INTERNAL DC DUAL-SOURCE POWER .. 47  
Revisions  
Rev D 12/02 : Updated Appendices B and C for 100VDC (90 to 160v range) option  
Rev C 06/02 : Updated the Rack Mounting and Appendix B & C with 24VDC and  
125VDC Power Supply option  
Rev B 04/01 : Change the company name to GarrettCom, Inc. (Formerly it was  
Garrett Communications). There are no changes to the content of the material at  
this time  
Rev A 08/99 : This revision is the initial release of the Magnum Quad Series Fiber  
Switch user manual.  
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The Magnum Line  
ETHERNET C ONNEC TIVITY PRODUC TS  
"DESIG NED AND MANUFAC TURED IN THE USA"  
OVERVIEW  
GarrettCom, Inc.offers the premium-quality Magnumline of Ethernet LAN  
connectivity products with industry-standard functionality and built-in fiber  
configurability. Magnum products are designed for use in demanding Carrier Class,  
Industrial Grade and OEM applications where reliability is a primary consideration.  
6K25 Managed Fiber Switches, Gigabit, 100 and 10 Mbps, fiber and copper ports,  
mix-and match. Features SFF fiber for up to 25 fiber ports in a 1U unit.  
4K-Series Switches, 100 and 10 Mbps, copper ports with optional fiber port, with  
auto-negotiating full switching performance.  
Quad-Series Fiber Switches, 100 & 10Mbps, fiber and copper ports, mixed-speed  
and mixed-media types, full switching performance.  
P62-Series “Outdoor Ethernet Switches, for temperature uncontrolled applications  
6 10/100 and 2 100Mb fiber ports, managed and unmanaged models, all fiber types.  
Mixed-Media Fiber Hub, 16-port Stackable,10/100 auto-sensing  
Dual Speed 8-port and 16-port Stackables, 10/100 auto-sensing  
Stackable Hubs, SNMP Optional  
10Mb series and 100Mb series, both w/ optional port modules  
Personal Switches, 10/100Mb  
8 port dual speed, Auto-negotiable with fiber option  
Personal Hubs, 100Mb or 10/100Mb  
8-port, with two switched ports (1 fiber built in)  
Personal Hubs, 10Mb series  
8-port + AUI, stackable to 5 high, + optional BNC of fiber port  
8 or 9-port and 4 or 5-Port Personal Hubs, w/ man. up-link sw.  
Media Converters, 10Mb and 100Mb series, regular and Hardened with integral  
DC power, all fiber media port types incl. fiber ST, SC, mm., single-mode, SFF  
The “X-line” of configurable MiXed Media products:  
Stackable Concentrators, SNMP optional, 13-Ports  
Mini-Concentrators, 7 Ports, Repeaters, 2-Ports  
Repeater Port Modules (RPMs), 6 types for Ethernet media  
Bridge Port Modules (BPMs), 4 types, for segment isolation  
Transceivers, 10Mb series Mini-Transceivers and Coax Models  
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1.0  
SPECIFICATIONS  
1.1  
Technical Specifications  
Performance  
Aggregate Filtering Rate:  
2,380,800 frames/sec for 16 100Mbps ports  
(for Magnum QS5116)  
(all ports are wire speed)  
1,190,400 frames/sec for 8 100Mbps ports  
(for Magnum QS580 & QS5108)  
Aggregate Forwarding Rate: (for Magnum QS Fast Ethernet ports)  
(all ports are wire speed)  
1,190,400 frames per second, 16-port units  
595,200 frames per second, 8-port units  
10 Mbps and 100Mbps  
Data Rate:  
Address Table Capacity:  
24K node addresses, self-learning (12K on  
8-port models), with address aging  
8 MB dynamic (4MB for 8-port)  
Packet buffer size :  
Latency:  
5 µs + packet time (100 to 100Mbps)  
15 µs + packet time (10 to 10 Mbps, and 10 to 100Mbps)  
Network Standards  
Ethernet V1.0/V2.0 IEEE 802.3: 10BASE-T,  
IEEE 802.3u: 100BASE-TX, 100BASE-FX  
Maximum 10 Mbps Ethernet Segment Lengths  
Unshielded twisted pair  
- 100 m (328 ft)  
- 150 m (492 ft)  
- 2 km (6,562 ft)  
- 10 km (32,810 ft)  
Shielded twisted pair  
10BASE-FL multi-mode fiber optic  
10BASE-FL single-mode fiber optic  
Maximum Standard Fast Ethernet Segment Lengths:  
10BASE-T (CAT 3, 4, 5 UTP)  
100BASE-TX (CAT 5 UTP)  
Shielded twisted pair  
- 100 m (328 ft)  
- 100 m (328 ft)  
- 150 m (492 ft)  
100BASE-FX, half-duplex, multi-mode  
100BASE-FX, full-duplex, multi-mode  
- 412 m (1350 ft)  
- 2.0 km (6,562 ft)  
100BASE-SX, short wavelength HDX m.m. - 300 m ( 935 ft)  
100BASE-FX, half-duplex, single-mode  
100BASE-FX, full-duplex, single-mode  
- 412 m (1350 ft)  
- 15.0 km (49,215 ft)  
Connectors for copper wiring  
Twisted Pair at 10/100Mb:  
RJ-45 shielded, female, front mounted  
(for Magnum Quad-Series Fast Ethernet copper ports, use Cat 5 cable)  
Fiber Multi-mode connector types:  
Fiber Port, SC-type (snap-in):  
Fiber optic multi-mode, 100BASE-FX  
Fiber Port, ST-type (twist-lock): Fiber optic multi-mode, 100BASE-FX  
Fiber Port, MTRJ-type (plug-in): Fiber optic multi-mode, 100BASE-FX  
Fiber Port, VF-45 type (plug-in): Fiber optic multi-mode, 100BASE-FX  
Fiber Port, ST-type (twist-lock): Fiber optic multi-mode, 10ASE-FL  
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Fiber Single-mode connector types:  
Fiber Port, SC-type: Fiber optic single-mode, 100BASE-FX  
Manual switch-selections and jumpers  
Up-link Push-button: Crossover sw for one RJ-45 port per QPM-RJ45  
Fiber default: Full-duplex (Internal jumpers may select HDX mode)  
Copper default: Auto-negotiation (Internal jumpers may alternatively  
select fixed 100Mb full-duplex, or fixed 100Mbps half-duplex)  
LEDs: Per Port  
LK: Steady ON when media link is operational  
ACT: ON with receiver port activity  
FDX/HDX: ON = Full-Duplex Mode  
OFF = Half-Duplex Mode  
100/10: ON = 100Mbps speed  
OFF = 10 Mbps  
Operating Environment  
Ambient Temperature: 32° to 120° F (0° to 50°C)  
Storage Temperature: -40°to 185°F (-40°to 85°C)  
Ambient Relative Humidity: 10% to 95% (non-condensing)  
Packaging  
Enclosure: Rugged High strength metal. Suitable for stand-alone or rack-  
mounting  
Dimensions: 1.75 in H x 17.0 in W x 9.13 in D  
(10.0 in W for QS580)  
4.45cm H x 43.2cm W x 23.2cm D (25.4 cm W for QS580)  
4.0 lb. (1.8 Kg) for rack-mount models, 2.5 lb. for table-top  
Weight:  
Cooling method: Fan cooled, @ 9 cfm  
Power Supply (Internal)  
AC Power Connector: IEC-type, male recessed at rear of chassis,  
with adjacent manual ON-OFF switch (on AC models only)  
Input Voltage:  
110 to 240 VAC (auto-ranging)  
Input Frequency: 47 to 63 Hz (auto-ranging)  
Power Consumption: 20 watts typical (8 port model)  
35 watts typical (16 port model)  
Redundant power supplies available as options  
DC Power Supply (Options)  
-48VDC Power Input Voltage : 36 to 70 VDC  
24VDC Power Input Voltage : 20 to 36VDC  
125VDC Power Input Voltage : 120 to 160VDC  
Std. Terminal Block : “ -, GND, + ”  
Power Consumption: same as for AC models, see above  
For Dual Source and Redundant DC for –48VDC, 24VDC Power &  
125VDC supply options (Optional), see Appendices  
For optional 23” Telco rack-mount brackets, order Model # RMB-23W  
Agency Approvals  
UL listed (UL1950), cUL, CE  
Emissions meet FCC Part 15 Class A  
Warranty  
Three years, return to factory  
Made in USA  
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1.2  
Ordering Information  
Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switches  
MODEL  
Magnum QS580  
DESCRIPTION  
8-port 10/100 Switch, holds up to 2 Quad-port Modules  
with 4 switched ports each. Shelf or table-top mounting.  
For mixed-media flexibility, combinations of RJ-45 and  
various fiber port connector types, modes, and speeds can  
be configured. Full speed filtering and forwarding at  
100Mbps speed across all ports, self-learning 12K-node  
address table, and large 4MB packet buffers. Front-  
mounted LEDs, internal auto-ranging power supply  
Magnum QS5108  
Magnum QS5116  
Same as Model QS580 Switch, but in a 19” rack-mount  
package, with mounting brackets.  
Same as Model QS5108, but with 24K-node address table  
and 8MB packet buffers. Holds up to 4 Quad-port Modules  
(QPMs), 19” rack-mount package, with mounting brackets.  
Magnum Quad-Series Port Modules  
QPM-MSC  
QPM-MST  
QPM-SSC  
Fiber module for Quad-Series Switches, with four  
100Mbps multi-mode FX SC connectors  
Fiber module for Quad-Series Switches, with four  
100Mbps multi-mode FX ST connectors  
Fiber module for Quad-Series Switches, with four  
100Mbps single-mode FX SC connectors  
QPM-MV45  
QPM-MTRJ  
QPM-RJ45  
Fiber module for Quad-Series Switches, with four  
100Mbps multi-mode FX “VF-45” connectors  
Fiber module for Quad-Series Switches, with four  
100Mbps multi-mode FX “MTRJ” connectors  
RJ-45 module for Quad-Series Switches, with four  
100Mbps auto-negotiating RJ-45 ports, one of which has  
an up-link push-button  
QPRJ-MSC  
3TP+1F “3+1 combo” module for Quad-Series Switches,  
with three 10/100MB auto-negotiating RJ-45 ports and one  
fiber port with 100Mbps multi-mode FX SC connector  
QPRJ-MST  
QPRJ-SSC  
QPM10-FST  
3TP+1F “3+1 combo” module, same as QPRJ-MSC but  
with fiber ST-type connector  
3TP+1F “3+1 combo” module, same as QPRJ-MSC but  
with fiber single-mode FX SC connector  
Fiber module for Quad-Series Switches, with four 10 Mbps  
multi-mode FL ST-type connectors  
GarrettCom, Incl. reserves the right to change specifications, performance  
characteristics and/or model offerings without notice.  
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2.0  
INTRODUCTION  
2.1  
Inspecting the Package and Product  
Examine the shipping container for obvious damage prior to installing this  
product; notify the carrier of any damage that you believe occurred during shipment or  
delivery. Inspect the contents of this package for any signs of damage and ensure that  
the items listed below are included.  
This package should contain:  
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Magnum QS580, QS5108 or QS5116 Fiber Switches  
AC Power Cord (U.S. and other 115 VAC only)  
Set of two wall-mounting brackets (for QS580 Model only)  
Set of metal “Ears” for optional “19” rack mounting (for QS5108 &  
QS5116 only)  
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Product Registration Card  
Remove the items from the shipping container. Be sure to keep the shipping  
container should you need to re-ship the unit at a later date. To validate the product  
warranty, please complete and return the enclosed Product Registration Card to  
GarrettCom, Inc. as soon as possible.  
In the event there are items missing or damaged, contact the party from whom  
you purchased the product. If the unit needs to be returned, please use the original  
shipping container if possible. Refer to Section 6, Troubleshooting, for specific return  
procedures.  
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2.2 Product Description - Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switches  
Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switches boost the performance of large Ethernet  
LANs, and have the flexibility of both fiber and twisted-pair switched ports. Their  
“mixed-media” capability provides for a variety of configurations including various  
types of fiber port connectors and modes, as well as allowing a mix of 10/100Mb RJ-45  
(copper) ports in the same unit. This flexibility is achieved via a family of quad-port  
modules that can be integrated with a base unit, in the factory and in the field, to adapt  
the unit to the individual application’s changing mixed-media requirements for a 10/100  
Switch product.  
The Magnum Quad-Series provide the switching speed and the reliability to  
smoothly support multiple workgroups at 100Mbps or 10 Mbps speed. The Quad-Series  
offers the flexibility of four, eight, twelve or sixteen switched 100Mbps or 10 Mbps fiber  
and/or 10/100 twisted pair ports, in all the popular connector types. The Magnum Quad-  
Series offers the QS580, QS5108 and QS5116 models, each with a configuration of four  
port modules (Quad-port Modules) for fiber types and for copper, as well as “3+1”  
combo (3@RJ-45 and 1@fiber) port modules. The Quad-port Modules can be configured  
into a Quad-Series Switch base unit in any mix of port connector or media types.  
Designed for use in departments with multiple workgroups, in remote offices  
and in network traffic centers, the Magnum Quad-Series Switches are easy to install and  
use. Addresses of attached nodes are automatically learned and maintained, adapting the  
switching services to network changes and expansions. Front-mounted LEDs provide  
status information on each port. The Magnum Quad-Series Switches provide high  
performance plug-and-play operation in convenient table-top and rack-mount packages.  
2.2.1  
Magnum Quad-Series chassis models  
Magnum Quad-Series Switches come in three chassis sizes, an 8-port table-top,  
an 8-port rack-mount, and a 16-port rack-mount. Each is configurable with a selection of  
quad-port (i.e., 4-port) modules, providing the capability of 4, 8, 12, and 16 switched  
ports. The quad-port modules are normally factory installed, but may be changed or  
added in the field. (See Section 5)  
The 8-port QS580 table-top chassis is compact in size and suitable for shelf-  
mounted use in network wiring centers. The QS5108 and QS5116 are 19” rack-  
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mountable Switches with two or four quad-port slots in the front, i.e., with a capacity of  
8 or 16 switched ports. The QS5108 and QS5116 rack-mount units are typically used in  
larger network wiring centers.  
Figure 2.2.1a: Front view, 8-  
port Magnum QS580 table-  
Magnum QS580  
PWR FDX/HDX  
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2
3
4
LK  
ACT  
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2
3
4
ACT  
LK  
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Fiber Switches  
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4
top, 8-port QS5108 and 16-  
port QS5116 Mixed-Media  
Switches  
100/10  
FDX/HDX  
GARRETT  
FDX/HDX  
8 Ports Table-Top  
PWR  
Magnum QS5108  
FDX/HDX  
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2
3
4
ACT  
1
2
3
4
LK  
Fiber Switch  
ACT  
1
LK  
2
3
4
FDX/HDX  
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
GARRETT  
8-Port Rack Mount  
ACT  
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PWR  
FDX/HDX  
FDX/HDX  
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4
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3
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FDX/HDX  
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4
Magnum QS5116  
LK  
1
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4
ACT  
1
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4
LK  
ACT  
LK  
ACT  
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4
LK  
ACT  
Fiber Switch  
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100/10  
FDX/HDX  
G
GARRETT  
16-Port Rack Mount  
. Mixed-media combination modules (4-port modules with three fiber ports and  
one twisted-pair port) are supported in all of the Quad-Series Fiber Switch models. All  
quad-module manual-selection switches and LED’s are located on the front panel, with  
the IEC standard AC power connector (and a manual ON - OFF power switch) located at  
the rear. Fan-driven cooling air flows left to right.  
ON  
ON  
110-220  
110-220  
VAC  
VAC  
47-63Hz  
1.0-0.5A  
47-63Hz  
1.0-0.5A  
OFF  
OFF  
Figure 2.2.1b: Rear view - Magnum table-top & rack-mount Quad-Series Switches  
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2.2.2 Quad-port modules, 100Mb fiber  
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FDX/HDX  
FDX/HDX  
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LK  
1
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ACT  
ACT  
LK  
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VF45-Small Form Factor  
ST-Type  
FDX/HDX  
LK  
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ACT  
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FDX/HDX  
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ACT  
LK  
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MTRJ-Small Form Factor  
SC-Type  
Fig.2.2.2 Fiber Quad-Port Modules, QPM ST, QPM-SC, QPM-MTRJ, QPM-MV45  
In a fiber quad-port module, all of the fiber ports are of the same speed, the  
same multi- or single-mode, and the same connector type. Multi-mode 100Mbps models  
are available with ST, SC, MTRJ, and VF-45 connectors. Single-mode 100Mbps models  
are available with SC connectors.  
The 100Mb fiber quad-port modules on the Magnum Q-Series normally are set  
(factory default) to operate in full-duplex mode for best fiber distance and performance.  
On the Magnum Q-Series, the user may select full- or half-duplex mode per-port with an  
internal jumper setting (See Section 3.4) for the flexibility to adapt to any type of Fast  
Ethernet devices.  
On Magnum fiber QPMs, there are three LED’s per fiber port. The Link (LK)  
LED indicates “ready for operation” when lit, another LED indicates operation in full-  
duplex mode when ON (when it is OFF, operation is half-duplex), and an LED indicates  
Receiving Activity (ACT) on the port. A fiber cable must be connected to each 100Mb  
port and a proper link (LK lit) must be made with the device at the other end of the cable  
in order for the LK LEDs to provide valid indications of operating conditions.  
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FDX/HDX  
LK  
ACT  
2.2.3  
Quad-port modules, 10 Mb  
fiber  
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fiber quad-port module is the same as the  
ST-Type  
100Mb QPM-MST, except for 10 Mb speed  
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rather than 100Mb speed. It supports distances according to the 10Base-FL standard, i.e.,  
2Km distance for multi-mode fiber. (Single-mode for 10km distance may be available as  
a special order).  
2.2.4  
Quad-Port Module, RJ-45 (copper)  
The Magnum Q-Series  
1
2
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ACT  
LK  
copper port module, model QPM-  
RJ45, provides four 10/100Mb  
switched. RJ-45 ports. The 10/100Mb  
switched ports are independently N-  
way auto-negotiating.  
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
QPM-RJ45  
for operation at 10 or 100Mb speed in full- or half-duplex mode (as a default setting).  
They independently move to half-duplex mode at 10 Mb or at 100Mb speed if the device  
at the other end of the twisted pair cable is half-duplex or is not an auto-negotiating  
device.  
On the model QPM-RJ45 , there are four LED’s for each port. The LK (Link)  
indicates “ready for operation” when lit. The ACT (Activity) indicates receiving activity  
on that port when lit. The 10/100 LED indicates operation at 100Mb speed when ON and  
at 10 Mb speed when OFF (when auto-negotiation is not disabled). The FDX/HDX LED  
is ON to indicate full-duplex operation and OFF to indicate half-duplex mode. A twisted  
pair cable must be connected into each RJ-45 10/100Mb port and a proper Link (LK lit)  
must be made with the device at the other end of the cable in order for the LEDs to  
provide valid indications of operating conditions.  
Internal jumper settings (See Section 3.4) allow technicians to over-ride the  
auto-negotiation feature and to manually set each port at full-duplex or half-duplex. One  
port on each RJ-45 quad-port module is equipped with a Media Dependent Interface-  
Crossover (MDI-X) push-button switch to simplify cascaded or up-link connections.  
2.2.5  
Combo “3 + 1” Quad Port Modules, 3@RJ-45 and 1@fiber  
The combo quad-port modules are  
ACT  
LK  
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FDX/HDX  
available as three 10/100 switched RJ-45  
copper ports and one 100Mb switched multi-  
mode fiber ST or SC or single mode SC-type port.  
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
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The RJ-45 ports run at 10/100Mbps with N-way auto-negotiation capability,  
whereas the fiber port runs at 100Mbps with half- or full-duplex capability manually  
selected. The default condition is full-duplex. Internal jumper settings allow technicians  
to set the 100Mb fiber port to half-duplex mode. (See Section 3.4).  
On Magnum Combo Quad-port modules, there are four LED’s for each RJ-45  
port, which indicate status as described for the QPM-RJ45 in Section 2.2.4 above. The  
fiber port is fixed at 100Mbps speed at all times, and has LEDs that indicate status the  
same way as described for the Fiber Quad-port modules in Section 2.2.2 above.  
2.2.6  
Frame Buffering and Latency  
The Magnum Quad-Series are store-and-forward switches. Each frame (or  
packet) is loaded into the Switch’s memory and inspected before forwarding can occur.  
This technique ensures that all forwarded frames are of a valid length and have the  
correct CRC, i.e., are good packets. This eliminates the propagation of bad packets,  
enabling all of the available bandwidth to be used for valid information.  
While other switching technologies such as "cut-through" or "express" impose  
minimal frame latency, they will also permit bad frames to propagate out to the Ethernet  
segments connected. The "cut-through" technique permits collision fragment frames,  
which are a result of late collisions, to be forwarded to add to the network traffic. Since  
there is no way to filter frames with a bad CRC (the entire frame must be present in order  
for CRC to be calculated), the result of indiscriminate cut-through forwarding is greater  
traffic congestion, especially at peak activity. Since collisions and bad packets are more  
likely when traffic is heavy, the result of store-and-forward operation is that more  
bandwidth is available for good packets when the traffic load is greatest.  
To minimize the possibility of dropping frames on congested ports, each  
Magnum Quad-Series QS5116 Switches dynamically allocates buffer space from an 8  
MB memory pool, ensuring that heavily used ports receive very large buffer space for  
packet storage. (Many other switches have their packet buffer storage space divided  
evenly across all ports, resulting in a small, fixed number of packets to be stored per port.  
When the port buffer fills up, dropped packets result.) The other two Q-Series Switches  
QS580 and QS5116 dynamically allocates buffer from an 4MB memory pool. This  
dynamic buffer allocation provides the capability for the maximum resources of the  
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Magnum Quad-Series unit to be applied to all traffic loads, even when the traffic activity  
is unbalanced across the ports. Since the traffic on an operating network is constantly  
varying in packet density per port and in aggregate density, the Magnum Quad-Series  
Switches are constantly adapting internally to provide maximum network performance  
with the least dropped packets.  
When the Switch detects that its free buffer queue space is low, the Switch  
sends industry standard (full-duplex only) PAUSE packets out to the devices sending  
packets to cause “flow control”. This tells the sending devices to temporarily stop  
sending traffic, which allows a traffic catch-up to occur without dropping packets. Then,  
normal packet buffering and processing resumes. This flow-control sequence occurs in a  
small fraction of a second and is transparent to an observer. See Section 4.6 for  
additional details.  
Another feature implemented in Magnum Quad-Series Switches is a collision-  
based flow-control mechanism (when operating at half-duplex only). When the Switch  
detects that its free buffer queue space is low, the Switch prevents more frames from  
entering by forcing a collision signal on all receiving half-duplex ports in order to stop  
incoming traffic.  
The latency (the time the frame spends in the Switch before it is sent along or  
forwarded to its destination) of the Quad-Series Switches varies with the port-speed  
types, and the length of the frame is a variable here as it is with all store-and-forward  
switches. For 10 Mb-to-10 Mb or 10 Mb-to-100Mb or 100Mb-to-10 Mb forwarding, the  
latency is 15 microseconds plus the packet time at 10 Mb. For 100Mb-to-100Mb  
forwarding, the latency is 5 microseconds plus the packet time at 100Mb.  
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2.3  
Features and Benefits  
100Mb switching services for large, high performance Ethernet LANs  
Magnum Quad-Series Switches provide Fast Ethernet switching on all  
ports. They perform high speed filter/forward operations on the traffic,  
giving each port’s segment a full 100Mb (or 10 Mb) of bandwidth.  
Configurable with fiber ports, all connector types and speeds  
Quad-port modules are available with 100Mb mm ST, SC, VF-45, MTRJ  
single-mode SC, and 10 Mb ST-type connectors. The configuration of the  
fiber ports, in the factory or in the field, allows the Quad-Series Switches  
to adapt to mixed and changing fiber types in any application.  
Configurable with RJ-45 (copper) ports, 10/100 auto-negotiation  
RJ-45 Quad-port modules provide twisted pair segment connections, with  
N-way auto-negotiation or with manual speed and mode settings per port  
Mixed-media configurations for maximum flexibility  
Combinations of port module types can be configured in the same unit,  
adapting the Quad-Series Switches to varying quantities and types of fiber  
vs. copper media. Port module changes can even be done in the field.  
Full-duplex or Half-duplex operation, auto-sensing  
All fiber and RJ-45 (copper) ports are capable of half- or full-duplex,  
individually selected. All RJ-45 ports support 10/100 auto-negotiation, or  
can be user-selected for the desired operating mode and speed.  
16-port, 12-port, 8-port and 4-port models  
With two chassis sizes (16-port and 8-port) configurable with 4-port  
QPMs, capacity options complement the mixed-media configurability.  
Plug-and-Play installation for high performance switching  
Magnum Quad-Series Switches are self-learning for node addresses. They  
can be placed into operation without complex set-up procedures, even in  
large networks. They operate transparent to system software.  
Front-mounted LEDs, world-wide AC power supply  
Front panel LED’s on each quad-port module display the status of each  
port for easy monitoring. An internal auto-ranging AC power supply  
allows any Magnum Quad-Series Switches to be used throughout the  
world. (A 48VDC power supply is optional, see Appendix B).\  
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Magnum Quad-Series Mixed-Media Switches offer high performance and  
flexibility, and are easily used in a variety of applications including client/server  
computing, performance upgrades of departmental networks, and collapsed backbone  
applications. The Dual-Speed characteristic of the Quad-Series Switches enables them to  
inter-connect a series of subnets (one subnet per Q-Series Switch) in a LAN traffic  
center. The subnet connections may be via either fiber or twisted pair cabling, and may  
be 100Mbps or 10 Mbps speed and full-or half-duplex mode.  
The mixed-media capability is ideal for upgrading existing Ethernet LAN  
networks, where existing cabling must be accommodated. The fiber-built-in media  
capability is ideal for integrating future-proof fiber cabling into the LAN structure.  
Example 1 : Magnum QS580  
In a typical 10 Mb network performance upgrade, some existing cascaded 10  
Mbps hubs connect a group of users who share one 10 Mb traffic domain. The Magnum  
QS580 Quad-Series Switch provides eight 10/100Mb traffic domains for increased  
performance. It can segment 10 Mbps and 100Mbps units, hubs and servers, in the  
existing network into multiple domains, providing greatly increased bandwidth. In this  
case, two 100Mb fiber connections are required to connect to more distant LAN centers,  
and a configuration with two “combo” 3@RJ-45 + 1@fiber-built-in QPMs is used.  
The Magnum QS580 provides complete network connectivity so that all 10 Mb  
and 100Mb nodes operate in a unified manner, functioning as one plug-and-play  
switched network facility. It filters and forwards packets from one segment to another,  
containing the local traffic and allowing only the packets which need to be forwarded to  
go outside to the appropriate other segments. This is ideal for a central departmental  
switch in a high-performance LAN center. Figure 2.4 illustrates this example.  
Fig. 2.4a: AFTER  
PWR  
ACT  
ACT  
Magnum QS580  
Fiber Switch  
LK  
LK  
Magnum QS580  
Switch provides  
100/10  
100/10  
FDX/HDX  
FDX/HDX  
GARRETT  
100Mbps Fiber  
Segment  
100Mbps Fiber  
Segment  
central connectivity  
while maintaining  
full 10 Mbps and  
100Mbps bandwidth  
on each segment.  
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Example 2 : Magnum 8-port QS5108  
In another application, a Switch is needed to provide a Fast Ethernet backbone.  
The backbone consists of four high-speed LAN segments, each operating over 100MB  
full-duplex fiber lines. In addition to interconnecting the fiber backbone segments in the  
network center, the Switch needs to provide high-speed switched support for two central  
servers, for a 100MB connection to a router, and for a dual-speed hub serving a local  
workgroup of over a dozen users, printers, etc.  
The Magnum QS5108 equipped with one Fiber and one RJ-45 quad-port  
modules provides an economical solution, configured with 8 switched ports (four  
100Mbps fiber and four 10/100 RJ-45) in a rack-mount box. No Media Converters are  
needed. The Fiber QPM can be selected to provide any 100Mbps fiber media connector  
type desired. QPMs with multi-mode or single-mode fiber types are available.  
This requirement for connecting local devices over twisted pair cabling is  
handled by the Magnum QS5108 using a 4-port RJ-45 Quad-Port Module. The QPM  
provides a switched port for two local high speed servers, another for the router, another  
for the users connecting into a 16-port dual-speed hub such as the Magnum DS8016.  
Since 100Mb fiber Ethernet has severe distance limitations at half-duplex, it is  
necessary in high speed backbones to operate fiber links in the full-duplex mode. Many  
low-end switches that only have RJ-45 N-way 10/100Mb ports would need to have a  
media converter on each fiber line. But most media converters do not support auto-  
negotiation and would not enable the fiber backbone lines to operate full-duplex. But the  
Magnum QS5108 . . . with built-in switched fiber ports at 100Mb speed, with full-duplex  
mode as a default setting on fiber ports, and with some RJ-45 N-way 10/100Mb ports as  
well. . . handles this application readily.  
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Example 3: Magnum 16-port QS5116  
In another situation similar to Example 2 above, a larger central Switch is  
needed to provide for a 6-segment 100Mb fiber Fast Ethernet backbone, and switched  
copper support for 4 high speed local servers. In addition, the router and two dual-speed  
hubs need switched copper ports. The total is 14 ports, 6 fiber and 8 copper.  
The mixed-media flexibility of the Magnum Quad-Port Switches provides the  
user with more than one configuration in this case. The two ports not immediately used  
may be either fiber or copper. If the probable growth of the central Switch is towards  
more fiber backbone segments, then two quad-port fiber QPMs are selected to provide 6  
required fiber ports and two for spares and/or future backbone expansion. The 8  
switched copper ports are handled with two RJ-45 Quad-Port Modules configured into  
the Magnum QS5116. Should the number of servers expand, more than one server can  
be serviced by a switched QS5116 port by using a small 4-port 100Mbps hub.  
If the probable growth of the central Switch is towards more local high speed  
servers and users, then one quad-port fiber QPM is selected to provide 4 of the required  
fiber ports, and two “combo 3@RJ-45 + 1@fiber” QPMs are configured for the other 2  
fiber ports plus 6 of the switched copper ports. Finally, an RJ-45 QPM is configured to  
provide for the remaining 2 copper ports plus two for spares and/or future expansion.  
Should the need arise to add a built-in-fiber backbone port in the future, the RJ-45 QPM  
could be removed and another “3+1 combo” QPM installed in the field. Alternatively, a  
100MB Media Converter (such as the Magnum 15E) may be used on a copper port, with  
internal jumpers (See Section 3.4) set to support fixed 100MB FDX on the RJ-45 port.  
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Router  
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PWR BR  
LK/RX  
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3.0  
INSTALLATION  
Before installing the equipment, it is necessary to take the  
following precautions:  
1.) If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack  
assembly, the environmental temperature around the equipment  
must be less than or equal to 500C.  
2.) If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack  
assembly, adequate air flow must be maintained for proper and  
safe operation.  
3.) If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack  
system placement of the equipment must not overload or load  
unevenly the rack system.  
4.) If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack  
assembly, verify the equipment’s power requirements to prevent  
overloading of the building/s electrical circuits.  
5.) If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack  
assembly verify that the equipment has a reliable and  
uncompromised earthing path.  
Installation: This section describes installation of the Magnum Quad-Series Switches,  
as well as connection of the various Ethernet media types.  
3.1  
Locating Magnum Quad-Series Switches  
The location of a Magnum Quad-Series Switch is dependent on the physical  
layout of the network. Typically the Switch is placed in a central wiring location where  
groups of network devices need to be connected in order to communicate with each  
other. These Switches are typically rack mounted in a wiring closet see Section 3.3.2  
below), but because they have rubber feet they can also be installed on a shelf or table  
top. The compact size of the 8-port QS580 unit allows it to be easily placed in an office  
or lab area, and it can also be either shelf of wall-mounted (see Section 3.3.1 below).  
Locate an AC receptacle that is within six feet (2 meters) of the intended  
Magnum Quad-Series site. The rugged metal case of the Magnum Quad-Series will  
normally protect it from accidental damage in a lab or workplace setting. Maintain an  
open view of the front to visually monitor the status LEDs. Keep an open area around  
the unit so that cooling can occur from the small fan on the left side, while the unit is in  
operation. See figure below.  
ON  
110-220  
VAC  
47-63Hz  
OFF  
1.0-0.5A  
FAN EXHAUST  
Figure 3.1: Location of 8-port Magnum QS580’s cooling fan exhaust  
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3.2  
Connecting Ethernet Media  
The Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switches are specifically designed  
to support all standard Ethernet media types within a single Switch unit. This  
is accomplished by using a family of Quad-port Modules (QPMs) which can be  
individually selected and configured per-port. See Section 2.4 for a description  
of the QPMs.  
The various media types supported along with the corresponding IEEE  
802.3 and 802.3u standards and connector types are as follows:  
IEEE Standard  
Fiber:  
Media Type  
Max. Distance  
Port Module  
100BASE-FX  
m
m1 Fiber  
sgl.m2 Fiber  
m1 Fiber  
m1 Fiber 2.0km(6,562 ft) QPM10-FST  
2.0km (6,562 ft) QPM-MSC, -MST  
18.0km (95K ft) QPM-SSC  
2.0km (6,562 ft) QPM-MTRJ, -MV45  
small form factor  
10BASE-FL  
m
m
Copper:  
10BASE-T & 100BASE-TX twisted pair 100m (328 ft)  
QPM-RJ45  
1
2
mm = multi-mode  
sgl.m = single-mode  
3.2.1  
Connecting Fiber Optic ST-type, “twist-lock”  
The following procedure applies to installations using a QPM with ST-type fiber  
connectors. This procedure applies to ports using a QPM-MST or QPM10-MST.  
1. Before connecting the fiber optic cable, remove the protective dust caps from the  
tips of the connectors on the QPM. Save these dust caps for future use.  
2. Wipe clean the ends of the dual connectors with a soft cloth or lint-free lens tissue  
dampened in alcohol. Make certain the connectors are clean before connecting.  
Note:  
One strand of the duplex fiber optic cable is coded using color  
bands at regular intervals; you must use the color-coded strand on the  
associated ports at each end of the fiber optic segment.  
3. Connect the Transmit (TX) port (light colored post) on the Magnum QPM to the  
Receive (RX) port of the remote device. Begin with the color-coded strand of  
the cable for this first TX-to-RX connection.  
4. Connect the Receive (RX) port (dark colored post on the PM) to the Transmit  
(TX) port of the remote device. Use the non-color coded fiber strand for this.  
5. The LINK LED on the front of the QPM will illuminate when a proper  
connection has been established at both ends (and when power is ON in the unit).  
If LINK is not lit after cable connection, the normal cause is improper cable  
polarity. Swap the fiber cables at the QPM connector to remedy this situation.  
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3.2.2 Connecting Fiber Optic SC-type, "Snap-In"  
The following procedure applies to installations using a QPM with SC-type  
fiber connectors, i.e., using QPM-MSC, QPM-SSC single-mode, and QPM10-MSC.  
When connecting fiber media to SC connectors, simply snap on the two square  
male connectors into the SC female jacks of the QPM until it clicks and secures.  
3.2.3  
Connecting Single-Mode Fiber Optic  
When using single-mode fiber cable, be sure to use single-mode fiber port  
connectors. Single-mode fiber cable has a smaller diameter than multi-mode fiber cable  
(9/125 microns for single-mode, 50/125 or 62.5/125 microns for multi-mode where xx/xx  
are the diameters of the core and the core plus the cladding respectively). Single-mode  
fiber allows full bandwidth at longer distances, and may be used to connect 10 Mb nodes  
up to 10 Km apart, or 18Km with the QPM-SSC.  
The same procedures as for multi-mode fiber applies to single-mode fiber  
connectors. Follow the steps listed in Section 3.2.2 above.  
3.2.4  
Connecting Twisted Pair (RJ-45,CAT3, CAT5, Unshielded or  
Shielded)  
The RJ-45 ports of the Magnum Quad-Series can be connected to the following  
two media types: 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T. CAT 5 cables should be used when  
making 100BASE-TX connections. When the ports are used as 10BASE-T ports, CAT 3  
may be used. In either case, the maximum distance for unshielded twisted pair cabling is  
100 meters (328 ft).  
Media  
IEEE Standard  
10BASE-T  
Connector  
RJ-45  
Twisted Pair (CAT 3, 4, 5)  
Twisted Pair (CAT 5)  
100BASE-TX  
RJ-45  
NOTE : It is recommended that high quality CAT. 5 cables (which work for both 10 Mb  
and 100Mb) be used whenever possible in order to provide flexibility in a  
mixed-speed network, since dual-speed ports are auto-sensing for either 10 and  
100Mb/s.  
The following procedure describes how to connect a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-  
TX twisted pair segment to the RJ-45 port. The procedure is the same for both  
unshielded and shielded twisted pair cables.  
1. Using standard twisted pair media, insert either end of the cable with an RJ-45  
plug into the RJ-45 connector of the port. Note that, even though the connector is  
shielded, either unshielded or shielded cables and wiring may be used.  
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding device  
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3. Use the LINK LED to ensure proper connectivity by noting that the LED will be  
illuminated when the unit is powered and proper connection is established  
3.3  
Table-Top or Shelf Mounting  
The Magnum Quad-Series Switches can be easily mounted on a table-top or  
any suitable horizontal surface, and has four rubber feet to provide stability without  
scratching finished surfaces.  
3.3.1  
Wall (or Vertical Surface) Mounting, 8-port QS580  
Each Magnum QS580 Switch is shipped with two metal mounting brackets  
(and screws) to allow the unit to be mounted in nearly any desired orientation or position.  
The brackets are attached to the metal switch case using one of the metal screws for each  
bracket, and attached to the Magnum QS580 through the round hole of the bracket. A  
user-supplied screw attaches the bracket to the mounting surface. It is recommended that  
the mounting brackets be attached to two opposite corners of the unit. When properly  
attached, the brackets will extend slightly below the base of the unit to allow clearance  
for the rubber feet and for cooling fan exhaust space.  
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Fiber Switch  
GARRETT  
Proper mounting  
bracket attachment  
MagnumQS580, optional  
mounting brackets  
Figure 3.1: Magnum QS580, metal mounting brackets  
3.3.2  
Rack-mounting, models QS5108 and QS5116  
Installation of a Magnum QS5108 and QS5116 mixed-media fiber Switch in a  
19” rack is a simple procedure.  
The units are 1U (1.70”) high.  
When properly installed, the  
front-mounted LED status  
PWR  
MagnumQS5116
M
Fiber Switch  
100/10  
100/10  
ACT  
LK  
LK  
A
C
T
LK  
ACT  
1
2
LK  
ACT  
1
1
2
3
4
2
3
4
3
4
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
FDX/HDX  
FDX/HDX  
FDX/HDX  
indicators should be in plain  
view and easy to read. Rack-mount installation requires special 19” rack-mounted  
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brackets and screws (included with each QS5108 and QS5116 unit). The brackets attach  
to the front sides of the switch, which is then fastened into a standard 19” RETMA rack.  
The 23” brackets and ETSI brackets are also available (optional) for Rack-  
mounting of Magnum QS5108 and QS5116 mixed-media fiber Switches. The 23”  
brackets are more popular in Telco industry where they are standard for Central Office  
rack-mounting purposes. The  
23” brackets are mainly used for  
larger equipment assemblies in  
rack-mounting frames, and are  
frequently accessed in operation  
from both sides.  
The ETSI (European  
Telephone standard) brackets are  
similar to the 19” brackets but  
use metric dimensions.  
The optional 23” brackets and  
the ETSI brackets come as a pair  
in a package, along with the  
necessary screws for attaching  
the brackets to the sides of  
the Magnum Switch unit.  
Fig 3.8 Multiple Magnum QS5116 units rack-mounted in a 23” frame  
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3.4 RJ-45 ports, internal jumper settings for 10/100Mb (auto-  
negotiation) or for fixed Half- or Full-Duplex @ 100Mb, per port  
The factory (or default) setting is for auto-negotiation on all RJ-45 ports, which is  
generally popular. It works well under most circumstances, but cannot always be  
Jumper Settings for Auto-Negotiation, or for 100MB Half or Full Duplex  
Speed  
Jumper  
Port  
Function  
Factory Settings  
10/100 Mb,  
100 Mb  
JP2-3,6-7, 10-11 Pin 2-3,6-7,10-11  
Auto-Negotiation  
FDX @100 config  
YES  
JP1-2, 6-7, 9-10  
NO  
Pin 1-2, 6-7, 9-10  
Pin 1-2, 7-8, 11-12 HDX@100 config  
100 Mb  
JP1-2, 7-8, 11-12  
NO  
1
100Mbps Full  
100Mbps Half  
Factory Settings  
10/100 Mbps  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Auto Negotiation  
J1  
J1  
J1  
100 Mb  
100 Mb  
10/100 M
AUTO  
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
4
1
2
3
4
9
5
10 11 12  
J1  
6
7
3
8
4
1
2
Jumper Settings for HDX/FDX  
and Auto Negotiation  
Bottom QPM Retaining  
J1 J2  
J3  
J4  
Printed Circuit card  
Two(50) Pin  
QPM Connectors  
(inserts into main board)  
TOP  
Uplink  
LED  
Switch  
FRONT  
Figure 3.4. RJ-45 ports, internal jumper settings. Note: Be certain that the main  
power is disconnected before opening the unit or changing any internal jumper settings.  
depended upon to work as expected. If auto-negotiation will not function properly in  
your setup, internal jumpers allow the speed and mode of the Q-Series RJ-45 (copper)  
quad-ports to be fixed, even if the attached device may or may not support auto-  
negotiation. This is desirable when there are unknown devices presently or potentially  
connected, which will not operate correctly with auto-negotiation. Examples include  
some NICs and most Media Converters.  
Therefore, the default setting of auto-negotiation (copper ports) is generally  
desirable because it is widely used and allows for the connection of various devices  
without re-configuration. Under certain conditions,(where the connected device is full  
duplex and does not support Auto-negotiation; or the connected device does not support  
Auto-negotiation properly) no auto-negotiation is better and the internal jumper settings  
will permit this to be selected on a per-port basis.  
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See Section 4.4 for additional information on auto-negotiation functionality.  
3.5 Fiber 100Mb ports, internal jumper settings for 100Mb fixed Half- or  
Full-Duplex, per port  
The factory (default) setting is for full-duplex on all fiber 100Mbps ports, which is  
generally popular. FDX works well under most circumstances, but cannot always be  
depended upon to work as expected. If full-duplex on 100Mbps will not function  
properly in your setup, internal jumpers allow the mode of the Q-Series fiber  
Jumper Settings for 10 or 100Mbps Fiber Half or  
Full Duplex  
Factory Settings  
Function  
Speed  
Jumper  
Port  
JP1-2, 6-7, 9-10  
JP1-2, 7-8, 11-12  
Pin 1-2, 6-7, 9-10  
Pin 1-2, 7-8, 11-12  
FDX @100 config  
YES  
100 Mb  
100 Mb  
HDX@100config  
NO  
1
Factory Settings  
100Mbps Full  
J1  
100Mbps Half  
Duplex  
Duplex  
J1  
100 Mb  
100 Mb  
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
4
9
5
10 11 12  
J1  
6
7
3
8
4
1
2
Jumper Settings for HDX/FDX  
Bottom QPM Retaining  
J1  
J2  
J3  
J4  
Printed Circuit card  
Two(50) Pin  
QPM Connectors  
TOP  
(inserts into main board  
)
LED  
1
2
3
4
Figure 3.5. Fiber ports, internal jumper settings.  
Note: Be certain that the main power is disconnected before opening the unit or  
changing any internal jumper setting  
quad-ports to be fixed, even if the attached device may or may not support full-duplex.  
This is desirable when there are unknown devices presently or potentially connected,  
which will not operate correctly with full-duplex. Examples include hubs that support  
only half-duplex by default.  
Therefore, the default setting of full-duplex (fiber ports) is generally desirable  
because it is widely used and allows for the connection of various devices without re-  
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configuration(specially along with switches). Under certain conditions,(where the  
connected device is half duplex and does not support full-duplex; or the connected device  
does not support full-duplex properly) no full-duplex is better and the internal jumper  
settings will permit this to be selected on a per-port basis.  
3.6 Combo(3+1) ports, internal jumper settings for 10/100 RJ-45 Auto-  
Negotiation or 100Mb fiber fixed Half- or Full-Duplex , per port  
Jumper Settings for 10/100Mbps RJ-45 Auto-Negotiation, 100Mbps Fiber Half or Full Duplex  
Factory Settings  
Speed  
Jumper  
Port  
Pin 2-3, 6-7, 10-11 Auto-Negotiation  
Function  
10/100 Mb(RJ-45)  
JP2 -3, 6-7, 10-11  
JP1-2, 6-7, 9-10  
JP1-2, 7-8, 11-12  
YES  
Pin 1-2, 6-7, 9-10  
Pin 1-2, 7-8, 11-12  
FDX @100 config  
HDX@100 config  
YES  
100 Mb(Fiber)  
100 Mb(Fiber)  
NO  
1
100Mbps Full  
10/100 Mbps  
Auto Negotiation  
100Mbps Half  
Duplex  
Duplex  
Factory Settings  
J1  
J1  
J1  
100 Mb  
100 Mb  
10/100 Mb  
For RJ-45 ports only  
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
AUTO  
For RJ-45 &  
Fiber port  
For RJ-45 &  
Fiber port  
9
10 11 12  
J1  
5
6
7
3
8
4
1
2
Jumper Settings for HDX/FDX  
Bottom QPM Retaining  
J1 J2  
J3  
J4  
Printed Circuit card  
Two(50) Pin  
QPM Connectors  
(inserts into main board)  
TOP  
1
2
3
4
LED  
Figure 3.6 Combo ports, RJ-45 and Fiber internal jumper settings.  
Note: Be certain that the main power is disconnected before opening the unit or  
changing any internal jumper settings  
The factory (default) setting is Auto-Negotiation on all RJ-45 ports and full-  
duplex on fiber 100Mbps ports, which is generally popular. Auto-Negotiation on RJ-45  
and FDX on fiber port works well under most circumstances, but cannot always be  
depended upon to work as expected. If full-duplex will not function properly in your  
setup, internal jumpers allow the speed and mode of the Q-Series Combo- quad ports to  
be fixed, even if the attached device may or may not support full-duplex. This is  
desirable when there are unknown devices presently or potentially connected, which will  
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not operate correctly with full-duplex or half-duplex. Examples include hubs that  
support only half-duplex by default.  
If auto-negotiation will not function properly in your setup, internal  
jumpers allow the speed and mode of the Q-Series RJ-45 (copper) quad-ports to be fixed,  
even if the attached device may or may not support auto-negotiation. This is desirable  
when there are unknown devices presently or potentially connected, which will not  
operate correctly with auto-negotiation. Examples include some NICs and most Media  
Converters  
3.7 Fiber 10Mb ports, internal jumper settings for 10Mb fixed Half- or  
Full-Duplex at all ports  
The factory (default) setting is for half-duplex on all fiber 10Mbps  
ports, which is generally popular. HDX works well under most circumstances. If half-  
duplex on 10Mbps will not function properly in your setup, internal jumpers allow the  
duplex mode of the Q-Series fiber quad- ports to be changed, even if the attached device  
supports full-duplex. This is desirable when there are devices connected which will not  
operate correctly with half-duplex. Examples include Switches that support full-duplex  
only.  
Therefore, the default setting of half-duplex ( fiber ports) is generally desirable  
because it is widely used and allows for the connection of various devices without re-  
configuration.(where the connected device is half duplex and does not support full-  
duplex i.e. Hub and media-converters.)  
Note: For 10Mbps fiber ports, the user can set the jumpers either at full-duplex or half  
duplex on all the four ports. There is no individual port duplex options for 10 Mb port.  
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Jumper Settings for 10Mb Fiber Half or Full  
Factory  
Functio  
Spee  
Jumpe  
Port  
FDX @10Mb config  
HDX@10Mb  
JF 1-2  
JF2-4  
JP1-3  
PIN 1-  
Pin 2-4  
PIN 1-  
PIN 2-  
NO  
YE  
NO  
YE  
10 Mb  
JF3  
JF3  
10 Mb  
JFD1  
FDX@10Mb config  
10M  
JFD1 JP2-  
HDX @10Mb config  
10M  
10Mbps Full  
10Mbps Half Duplex  
JFD  
Duplex  
JFD  
JF3  
2
Factory Settings  
4
Factory Settings  
10Mbps Full-  
Duplex  
10Mbps Half-  
Duplex  
JF  
10  
JFD  
Printed Circuit card  
Bottom QPM Retaining  
Two(50) Pin  
ctors  
(inain board  
)
Jumper Settings for HDX/FDX  
Jumper Settings for HDX/FDX  
LE  
Figure 3.7 10Mbps Fiber ports internal jumper settings.  
Note: Be certain that the main power is disconnected before opening the unit or  
changing any internal jumper settings  
3.8  
Powering the Magnum Quad-Series Switch  
The Magnum Quad-Series Switches incorporate an internal universal power  
supply, and has a recessed male IEC connector for the AC power cord at the left-rear. A  
manual power ON-OFF switch is adjacent. A six-foot 115 VAC 60 Hz standard power  
cord is supplied with each unit shipped within the United States and Canada.  
Figure 3.5: Magnum Quad-  
ON  
110-220  
VAC  
Series AC power connector  
47-63Hz  
OFF  
1.0-0.5A  
The auto-ranging power supply supports installation environments where the  
AC voltage is from 90 to 260 volts with a power input frequency of between 47 and 63  
Hz. The 8-port units will consume just under 20 watts of power typically, and the 16-  
port units will consume about 35 watts typically.  
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When connecting the Ethernet cabling, there is no need to power down the  
unit. Individual segments can be connected or disconnected without concern for AC  
power-related problems or damage to the unit.  
Power supply options are available to suit the Quad-Series Switches to special  
high-availability communications and/or heavy industrial-grade applications, including:  
*
*
-48VDC, 24VDC & 125VDC with single DC input,  
-48VDC, 24VDC & 125VDC with dual-source DC input,  
See the Appendices of this manual for more details. Use an RFQ for other variations.  
3.9  
Quad Port Module (QPM) Installation  
The Magnum Q-Series Fiber Switches are normally received from the factory  
with all required QPM modules installed. There may be situations where QPM cards  
need to be added or replaced. In cases where additional QPM cards are needed, the face  
plate for an available front-mounted slot must be removed. The following procedure  
describes this operation.  
3.9.1  
Preparation for Installing and Removing QPMs  
STOP!!!  
Be sure the power cord is unplugged  
from the chassis before attempting to remove  
and/or replace any QPM cards.  
Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit  
and will void the warranty.  
Caution- Avoid Static Discharge: The port modules (like most electronic  
equipment) are sensitive to static discharge. Use proper ESD measures  
when handling port modules.  
Step 1. Make sure the QPM Card package has all necessary accessories to install it  
properly. The QPM Card package for field installation comes along with a  
QPM Card, two 7/16 stand-offs , two #4-40 Pan-Head screws, two #4-40 black  
color Flat-head screws and two Headers pin.  
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Step 2. Remove Chassis Cover  
The Magnum Q-Series chassis are combined with top and bottom part and  
assembled together with the help of 20 Philips head screws. There are 7 screws located  
on front-top of the unit and three screws each on the left and right edges. Remove these  
screws. Once these are removed, the top cover is easily lifted off the chassis base. When  
the chassis top cover has been removed, the interior of the unit is exposed.  
20 Phillips Head Screws on Top  
TopChassis Cover  
Magnum QS5116  
Fiber Switch  
GARRETT  
Figure 3.9.1a: Removing Chassis Cover  
Caution: Be careful not to disturb the power supply.  
Looking down into the Magnum Q-Series unit, notice that there are individual  
QPM connector sockets along with two stand-offs for each QPM card position. There are  
four QPM slots located on the front of the QS5116 model, whereas QS580 and QS5108  
has two QPM slots in the front. (See Figure 3.9.1b).  
AC Power Input  
Back of Unit  
Power Supply Board  
Cooling Fan  
Left  
Side  
Right  
Side  
LED Status Slot  
Eight QPM Slots  
Front of Unit  
Figure 3.9.1b: Magnum QS5116, Top View with Chassis Cover  
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Step 3. Remove bottom-front and modules rear top Retaining Screws in any QPM  
or Face Plates  
On the bottom-front of the unit, there are two retaining screws for each QPM card slot as  
well as two other retaining screws on the rear top of the module. These four screws are  
used to secure a QPM face plate in position. These screws are also used to secure the  
individual QPM cards, which can be subjected to significant forces from the attached  
cables. (See Figure 3.9.1c)  
Two retaining screws on the rear top of  
module  
QPM CARDS  
J1 J2  
J3  
MagnumQS5116  
Fiber Switch  
Printed Circuit card  
J4  
GARRETT  
TOP  
Magnum QS5116  
Fiber Switch  
1
GARRET  
T
Two Bottomretaining Screws for each QPMcard  
Figure 3.9.1c: Front View - QPM Retaining Screws hold Face Plates  
Installing QPM Cards in the Magnum Q-Series  
3.9.2  
Up to four front-mounted QPM cards may be installed in one Magnum 5116  
Fiber switch unit. Follow these steps to install a QPM.  
Step 1. Remove top chassis cover. See procedure in Section 3.9.1 above.  
Step 2. Screw down tightly the two 7/16 stand-off on the top of pre installed stand-off  
from the factory.  
Step 3. Align the two headers pin on the top of the two sets of socket fixed at the  
bottom side of the QPM module. (Note: After firmly attached the sockets and  
the header pin, move the mounted pins slightly tilted towards the front of the  
chassis.  
Jumper Settings for HDX/FDX  
and Auto Negotiation  
Step 4. The figure here  
J1 J2  
J3  
J4  
illustrates the basic  
layout of an  
Printed Circuit card  
Two Set of Ten(10) Pin  
QPM Connector  
(inserts into main board)  
TOP  
individual QPM  
card. Each QPM  
card fits into the  
Uplink  
Switch  
LED  
FRONT  
selected QPM connector socket slot. Align the connector pins on the bottom of  
the QPM card with the connector socket inside the unit.  
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Step 5. Be sure the QPM front panel is guided into the front slot cut-out first and then  
precisely aligned the header pins with the holes in the socket slot mounted on  
the board. Slowly and carefully apply enough pressure on both rear corner of  
QPM Module to insert the QPM card’s pins into position. A click sound will  
determine the proper lockup of the two, see Figure 3.9.2b. (If you force the  
QPM down when the pins are not properly aligned with the holes in the header,  
the pins will become bent and the QPM is damaged).  
Step 6. Once inserted, the QPM card will be secured by the header connector, the front  
panel port slot cut-out, and retaining screws. Use #4-40 Pan Head retaining  
screws to secure the module rear part and #4-40 Flat Head (Black color)  
retaining screws for front panel.  
NOTE: If a QPM is difficult to install, try it in another port slot. Some of the  
port modules may fit easily in one port slot and be very hard to install in  
another.  
J1 J2  
J4  
J3  
QPM CARDS  
Printed Circuit card  
TOP  
Magnum QS5116  
Fiber Switch  
GARRETT  
Figure 3.9.2a: Inserting QPM Cards into a Magnum QS5116  
NOTE: All QPM slots need not be filled in order for the Magnum Q-Series  
unit to be operational. When leaving QPM slots empty, always use a face  
plate (Magnum QPM-FP) to cover the slot opening in the front panel. This  
will maintain proper cooling air flow, safety, and operation as required by  
FCC, CE, and other regulations.  
Step 7. The figure below  
AC Power Input  
Back of Unit  
shows the top view of QPM  
Power Supply Board  
Cooling Fan  
Card after successfully  
Right  
Side  
Left  
Side  
installed the QPM cards inside  
Four QPM Slots  
the QS5116.  
Front of Unit  
Fig. 3.9.2b Top View :  
QPM Module Installed inside a QS5116  
Step 8. Once all QPM cards have been installed (including face plates for empty slots),  
the chassis cover should be replaced.  
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To properly remove a QPM card from the Fiber Switch, follow the 3 steps  
below.  
Step 1. Remove chassis cover  
See procedure in Section 3.9.1 above.  
Caution: Be sure the power cord is unplugged.  
Step 2. Remove bottom-front retaining screws for the QPM and Face Plate  
On the bottom-front of the unit there are two retaining screws for each QPM  
card and face plate slot. These screws are used to secure a QPM card in  
position (see Figure 3.9.3a). Remove the front screws first and then screw  
mounted on the rear-top of the QPM to be removed.  
Two retaining screws on the rear top of  
module  
QPM CARDS  
J1 J2  
J4  
J3  
MagnumQS5116  
Fiber Switch  
Printed Circuit card  
GARRETT  
TOP  
Magnum QS5116  
Fiber Switch  
Two Bottomretaining Screws for each QPMcard  
1
GARRETT  
Figure 3.9.3a: Front View - Face Plate & QPM Retaining Screws  
Step 3. Remove QPM Card  
Gently pull the QPM card up and out of the connector socket (see Fig.3.9.3b).  
J1 J2  
J3  
Printed Circuit card  
J4  
QPM CARDS  
TOP  
Magnum QS5116  
Fiber Switch  
1
GARRETT  
Figure 3.9.3b: Removing a QPM Card  
If the slot from which the QPM card has been removed is to remain unused, be  
sure to install a QPM face plate cover in it. If another QPM card is replacing  
the one that has been removed, follow the steps as described for installing a  
QPM card discussed in Section 3.9.1.  
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4.0  
OPERATION  
This chapter describes the functions and operation of the Quad-Series.  
4.1  
Switching Functionality  
A Magnum Quad-Series provides switched connectivity at Ethernet wire-speed  
among all of its ports. The Magnum Quad-Series supports10/100Mbs for copper media  
and 10 or 100Mb separate traffic domain for fiber port to maximize bandwidth utilization  
and network performance. All ports can communicate to all other ports in a Magnum  
Quad-Series, but local traffic on a port will not consume any of the bandwidth on any  
other port.  
Magnum Quad-Series units are plug-and-play devices. There is no software  
configuring to be done at installation or for maintenance. The only hardware  
configuration settings are user options for UP-LINK on RJ-45 quad-port. Half / Full  
duplex mode and 10 or 100Mbps selection for the switched ports can be done through  
jumper settings inside the unit. The internal functions of both are described below.  
Filtering and Forwarding  
Each time a packet arrives on one of the switched ports, the decision is taken to  
either filter or to forward the packet. Packets whose source and destination addresses are  
on the same port segment will be filtered, constraining them to that one port and relieving  
the rest of the network from processing them. A packet whose destination address is on  
another port segment will be forwarded to the appropriate port, and will not be sent to the  
other ports where it is not needed. Traffic needed for maintaining the operation of the  
network (such as occasional multi-cast packets) is forwarded to all ports.  
The Magnum Quad-Series Switches operate in the store-and-forward switching  
mode, which eliminates bad packets and enables peak performance to be achieved when  
there is heavy traffic on the network.  
Address Learning  
All 16-port Magnum Quad-Series units have address table capacity of 24K  
node addresses (12K for 8-port models), suitable for use in large networks. They are self-  
learning, so that as nodes are added or removed or moved from one segment to another,  
the Quad-Port Switch automatically keeps up with node locations.  
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An address-aging algorithm causes least-used addresses to fall out in favor of  
new frequently-used addresses. To reset the address buffer, cycle power down-and-up.  
4.2  
Status LEDs  
For all Magnum Quad-Series models :  
PWR  
LK  
ACT  
F/H  
: Power LED, ON when external power is applied to the unit.  
: Steady ON, Link status for 10 Mbps and 100Mbps operation.  
: ON with port activity for 10 Mbps and 100Mbps operation.  
: Full / Half duplex LED, ON when the port is running full  
duplex, OFF for half duplex.  
100/10  
: Speed LED, ON when the speed is 100Mbps , OFF when the  
speed is 10 Mbps  
4.3  
Manual Switches for Up-link push-button, for RJ-45 quad-port  
only  
1
2
3
4
ACT  
LK  
Figure 4.3 :  
Up-link push-button  
on RJ-45 quad-port  
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
The module has a manual Up-link push-button, located on the front panel next  
to 10/100Mb RJ-45 Quad-port # 1 which it controls. It enables the port’s cable to either  
connect to a user station node (push in) or to be cascaded (push out) to a 10/100Mb  
repeater or switching hub in the network. Verify proper Up-link push-button position by  
noting Port 1’s LK (link) LED status, which is illuminated when a proper link is made.  
4.4  
Auto-negotiation, for Fast Ethernet copper ports  
The Magnum Quad-Series Fast Ethernet copper ports can be set for either fixed  
100Mb speed or for 10/100 F/H N-way auto-negotiation per the IEEE802.3u standard.  
The selection is made via an internal jumper (see Section 3.4 for jumper-setting  
instructions). The factory default setting is for auto-negotiation. At 100Mb-fixed speed,  
the user may select half- or full-duplex mode by internal jumpers for each RJ-45 port  
separately.  
One frequently-used application for the Magnum Quad-Switch copper ports is  
to connect one of them using a fiber media converter to another Switch in the network  
backbone, or to some other remote 100Mb device. In this case, it is desirable to operate  
the fiber link at 100Mb speed, and at either half- or full duplex mode depending on the  
capabilities of the remote device. Standard commercially-available Fast Ethernet media  
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converters mostly do not support auto-negotiation properly, and require that the switched  
port to which they are connected be at 100Mb fixed speed. Attachment to 10/100 auto-  
negotiation ports typically will not work properly. The Quad-Switch’s RJ-45 ports  
handle this situation by changing the internal jumper settings. (see Section 3.4)  
When Quad-Switch’s RJ-45 copper ports are set for auto-negotiation and  
connected to an another auto-negotiating device, there are 4 different speed and F/H  
modes selection depending on what the other device supports. These are: (1) 100Mb  
full-duplex, (2) 100Mb half-duplex, (3) 10 Mb full-duplex and (4) 10 Mb half-duplex.  
The auto-negotiation logic will attempt to operate in descending order and will normally  
arrive at the highest order mode that both devices can support at that time. (Since auto-  
negotiation is potentially an externally-controlled process, the original “highest order  
mode” result can change at any time depending on network changes that may occur). If  
the device at the other end is not an auto-negotiating device, the Quad-Switch’s RJ-45  
ports will try to detect its idle signal to determine 10 or 100 speed, and will default to  
half-duplex at that speed per the IEEE standard.  
General information -  
Auto-negotiation per-port for 802.3u-compliant switches occurs when:  
the devices at both ends of the cable are capable of operation at either 10  
Mb or 100Mb speed and/or in full- or half-duplex mode, and can  
send/receive auto-negotiation pulses, and . . .  
-- when the second of the two connected devices is powered up*, i.e.,  
when LINK is established for a port, or  
-- when LINK is re-established on a port after being lost temporarily.  
NOTE some NIC cards only auto-negotiate when the computer system  
that they are in is powered up. These are exceptions to the “negotiate at  
LINK – enabled” rule above, but may be occasionally encountered.  
When operating in 100Mb half-duplex mode, cable distances and hop-counts  
may be limited within that collision domain. The Path Delay Value (PDV) bit-times must  
account for all devices and cable lengths within that domain. For Magnum Quad-Series  
Fast Ethernet switched ports operating at 100Mb half-duplex, the bit time delay is 50BT.  
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4.5 Auto-negotiation for 10 Mb ports, half- or full-duplex mode  
Full-duplex Ethernet provides separate Transmit and Receive data paths,  
enabling simultaneous bi-directional collision-free data movements on a port. The  
network topology must be a “star” type, not a “bus” type. With full-duplex mode, the  
cable distance is only limited by the physical layer line driver and cable attenuation.  
There are no collision-domain restrictions or limitations.  
The Magnum Quad-Series Switches perform half- or full-duplex mode auto-  
negotiation independently on all switched ports. If the device or node on the other end of  
a port’s attached cable supports F/H mode auto-negotiation or is set to operate as full-  
duplex, the Magnum Quad-Port Switch will negotiate to run full-duplex. If the attached  
device or node doesn’t support F/H mode auto-negotiation (for example, if it is a 10 Mb  
repeater or a standard 10 Mb hub), the Quad-Switch’s RJ-45 ports will default to operate  
at half-duplex.  
4.6  
Flow-control, IEEE 802.3x standard  
Magnum Q- Series Switches incorporate a flow-control mechanism for Full-  
Duplex mode. The purpose of flow-control is to reduce the risk of data loss if a long  
burst of activity causes the switch to save frames until its buffer memory is full. This is  
most likely to occur when data is moving from a 100Mb port to a 10 Mb port, and the  
speed difference makes the 10Mb port unable to keep up. It can also occur when multiple  
100Mb ports are attempting to transmit to one 100Mb port, and in other protracted heavy  
traffic situations.  
Magnum Q-Series Fiber Switches implement the 802.3x flow control (non-  
blocking) on Full-Duplex ports, which provides for a “PAUSE” packet to be transmitted  
to the sender when the packet buffer is nearly filled and there is danger of lost packets.  
The transmitting device is commanded to stop transmitting into the Quad-switch port for  
sufficient time to let the Switch reduce the buffer space used. When the available free-  
buffer queue increases, the Switch will send a “RESUME" packet to indicate the  
transmitter to start sending the packets. Of course, the transmitting device must also  
support the 802.3x flow control standard in order to communicate properly during  
normal operation.  
Note: When in Half-Duplex mode, the quad-switch implements a  
back-pressure algorithm on 10/100 Mb ports for flow control. That is, the  
switch prevents frames from entering the device by forcing a collision indication  
on the half-duplex ports that are receiving. This temporary “collision” delay  
allows the available buffer space to improve, as the switch catches up with the  
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4.7 Power Budget Calculations for Quad-Series QPM’s with Fiber  
Media  
Receiver Sensitivity and Transmitter Power are the parameters necessary to  
compute the power budget. To calculate the power budget of different fiber media  
installations using Magnum products, the following equations should be used:  
OPB (Optical Power Budget) = PT(min) - PR(min)  
where PT = Transmitter Output Power, and PR = Receiver Sensitivity  
Worst case OPB = OPB - 1dB(for LED aging) - 1dB(for insertion loss)  
Worst case distance = {Worst case OPB, in dB} / [Cable Loss, in dB/Km]  
where the “Cable Loss” for 62.5/125 and 50/125µm (M.m) is 2.8 dB/km,  
and the “Cable Loss” for 100/140 (Multi-mode) is 3.3 dB/km,  
and the “Cable Loss” for 9/125 (Single-mode) is 0.5 dB/km  
The following data has been collected from component manufacturer’s (Agilent’s and  
Siemens’) web sites and catalogs to provide guidance to network designers and installers.  
Fiber  
Port  
Module  
Speed,  
Std.  
Std. Wave Cable X’mitr R’cvr Worst Worst* typical typical*  
km Size Output Sens. OPB, distance OPB, distance  
T , dB PR ,dB dB Km, fdx dB Km, fdx  
-
Mode  
fdx length  
(hdx) nm  
P
µ
m
62.5/125 -15.0 -31  
14  
5
5.9  
3.4  
17  
23.5  
13.5  
6
7
4.8  
QPM10-  
FST  
Multi-  
mode  
2
(2)  
10 Mb  
FL  
850 100/140 -9.5  
-31 19.5  
50/125 -19.5 -31 9.5  
QPM-  
Multi-  
mode (0.4)  
2
62.5/125 -20  
-31 9.0  
2.5  
2.0  
14  
12  
5
4
100Mb  
FX  
1300  
MST, MSC  
50/125 -23.5 -31 5.5  
Single- 18+  
mode (0.4)  
100Mb  
FX  
QPM-SSC  
1300 9/125 -15 -31 14  
62.5/125 -20 -31 9.0  
50/125 -23.5 -31 5.5  
28  
17.5  
35  
Multi-  
2
3.0  
2.0  
15.8  
12.2  
5.5  
4.0  
100Mb  
FX  
QPM-  
MTRJ  
1300  
mode (0.4)  
2
(0.4)  
Multi-  
mode  
100Mb  
FX  
QPM-  
MV45  
1300 62.5/125 -14  
-31  
15  
5
16  
5.7  
* Note: The use of either multi-mode or single-mode fiber to operate at 100Mbps speed  
over long distances (i.e., in excess of approx. 400 meters) can be achieved only  
if the following factors are both applied:  
The 100Mb fiber segment must operate in full-duplex (FDX) mode, i.e. the  
full-duplex (factory default) setting for 100Mbps fiber ports must be used,  
and  
The worst-case OPB of the fiber link must be greater than the fiber cable’s  
passive Attenuation.  
(Attenuation = Cable loss + LED aging loss + Insertion loss + safety factor)  
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5.0  
INTRODUCTION - MAGNUM QUAD-SERIES QUAD-PORT  
MODULES (QPM)  
This chapter describes each Quad-Port Module (QPM), including appearance,  
functionality, and status displays.  
5.1  
Inspecting the Package and Product  
This section applies only to QPMs shipped as separate items, i.e., QPMs not  
factory installed in a Magnum Quad-Series QPM slot.  
Examine the shipping container for obvious damage prior to  
installing a QPM; notify the carrier of any damage which you believe occurred  
during shipment or delivery. Inspect the contents of this package for any signs  
of damage and ensure that the items listed below are included.  
This package should contain:  
1 or more QPMs  
Installation instructions, with illustrations  
Remove the QPM(s) from the shipping container. Be sure to keep the  
shipping container should you need to ship any of the QPMs separately at a later  
date. In the event there are items missing or damaged contact your supplier. If  
you need to return the unit, use the original shipping container if possible. Refer  
to Chapter 5 for specific return procedures.  
5.2  
Product Description  
An important feature of the Magnum Quad-Series is the use of Quad-  
Port Modules (QPMs) for flexible mixed-media connectivity to RJ-45 and fiber  
media. Since the Magnum Quad-Series Switches have dual-speed capability for  
copper ports, the quad-port interfaces are designed to support all standard  
Ethernet media types at 10 or 100Mps speed. Each QPM provides four ports  
for connecting Ethernet segments with its individual connector type and media.  
For a list of Quad-Port Module types, refer to Section 1.2  
Each QPM is individually described in the following sections.  
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5.2.1 QPM-MST, 100Mb multi-mode FX-ST Quad-port Module, “twist  
lock”  
The Magnum QPM-MST is a multi-mode 100Mbps fiber optic quad-port  
module equipped with dual ST-type  
connectors. It functions as a fiber optic  
transceiver to support 100BASE-FX  
network segments. When installed in a  
Quad-Series Fiber Switch, it supports  
fiber optic cable distances up the IEEE-  
standard 100Mbps distance limits, i.e.,  
typically 2km at full-duplex and 412m  
at half-duplex.  
100BASE-FX, and 10BASE-FL  
ST Connectors  
1
2
3
FDX/HDX  
1
2
3
4
ACT  
LK  
1
2
3
4
1
ACTIVITY  
2
LINK  
FULL/HALF  
DUPLEX MODE  
3
Each port has an Activity (ACT) LED indicating packets being received, a  
Link (LK) LED that indicates proper connectivity with the remote device when lit, and a  
FDX/HDX LED to indicate full-duplex mode when lit (or half-duplex when off).  
Lettering on the front of the module identifies it as “100 FX” to avoid confusion with  
other similar-looking 10 Mb fiber QPMs.  
5.2.1a QPM10-MST, 10 Mbps multi-mode FL-ST-Quad-port type, “twist-lock”  
The Magnum QPM10-MST is a multi-mode 10 Mbps fiber optic module equipped with  
dual ST-type connectors. It looks similar to the 100Mb QPM-MST, but has the lettering  
“10 Mb” on the front to distinguish it. It supports fiber optic cable distances up the  
IEEE-standard 10 Mbps distance limits, i.e., typically 2km at full-duplex and at half-  
duplex.  
Each port has an Activity (ACT) LED indicating packets being received, a  
Link (LK) LED that indicates proper connectivity with the remote device when lit, and a  
FDX/HDX LED to indicate full-duplex mode when lit (or half-duplex when off).  
Lettering on the front of the module identifies it as “10 FL” to avoid confusion with other  
similar-looking 100Mb fiber QPMs.  
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5.2.2 QPM-MSC 100Mbps multi-mode FX-SC Quad-port, “snap-in”  
connector  
100BASE-FX Multi-Mode  
SC Connectors  
The Magnum QPM-MSC is a multi-  
1
mode 100Mbps fiber optic transceiver module,  
similar to the QPM-MST. It has the same LEDs  
indicating port activity (ACT), Link (LK), and  
FDX or HDX operation, and the same face-plate  
lettering.  
2
3
1
2
3
4
FDX/HDX  
ACT  
LK  
1
2
3
4
4
ACTIVITY  
2
LINK  
1
FULL/HALF  
DUPLEX MODE  
3
While the functionality of these two  
modules is essentially the same, the QPM-MSC is equipped with an SC-type "snap-in"  
connector instead of an ST-type.  
5.2.3  
QPM-SSC 100Mbps single-mode FX-SC-type, “snap-in” connector  
The Magnum QPM-SSC is a  
100BASE-FX Single-Mode  
single-mode 100Mbps fiber optic  
module equipped with a dual SC-type  
connector. It functions as a fiber optic  
transceiver to the Quad-Switches,  
supporting four single-mode fiber  
network segments.  
SC Connectors  
3
1
2
FDX/HDX  
1
2
3
4
ACT  
LK  
1
2
3
4
ACTIVITY  
2
LINK  
1
The QPM-SSC, when installed  
in a Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switch  
operating at 100Mbps full-duplex,  
FULL/HALF  
DUPLEX MODE  
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supports single-mode fiber cable lengths of as much as 25+ Km (see Power Budget,  
Section 4.5)  
Each port has an Activity (ACT) LED indicating packets being received, a  
Link (LK) LED that indicates proper connectivity with the remote device when lit, and a  
FDX/HDX LED to indicate full-duplex mode when lit (or half-duplex when off). To  
distinguish the single-mode QPM-SSC from the multi-mode QPM-MSC, the label “Sgl.  
M.” is at the top of the faceplate of the QPM-SSC.  
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5.2.4 QPM-MTRJ, 100Mb multi-mode FX Quad-Port, MTRJ small-  
form-factor  
Magnum QPM-MTRJ is a multi-  
100BASE-FX MTRJ  
Connectors  
mode fiber optic quad-port module equipped  
with a small-form-factor MTRJ-type  
1
3
2
1
2
3
4
FDX/HDX  
connector. It looks almost like an RJ-45  
port, but it is black in color. The MT-RJ’s  
small size and ease of connection make it a  
good choice for 100Mbps “fiber-to-the-  
desktop” Ethernet connectivity. When  
installed in a Quad-Series Fiber Switch, it  
supports fiber optic cable distances up the  
IEEE-standard 100Mbps distance limits, i.e.,  
ACT  
1
2
3
4
LK  
2
ACTIVITY  
1
LINK  
3
FULL/HALF  
DUPLEX MODE  
“small-form-factor”  
typically 2km at full-duplex and 412m at half-duplex.  
The functionality of this 100BASE-FX multi-mode QPM is essentially the  
same as the ST and SC-types. It has the same LEDs per port indicating port activity  
(ACT), Link (LK), and FDX or HDX operation. It has the same “100Mb FX” lettering on  
the faceplate. Note that the other end of the fiber cable may have a different connector,  
not necessarily an MT-RJ type.  
5.2.5  
QPM-MV45, 100Mbps multi-mode FX Quad-Port VF45 small-  
form factor  
Magnum QPM-MV45 is a quad-port multi-mode fiber FX “small-form-factor”  
VF-45 connector used primarily in 100Mbps fiber-to-the-desktop links. Its size is similar  
to the MT-RJ port, but the VF-45 shell is slightly larger. When not in use, its appearance  
100BASE-FX MV45  
Connectors  
is distinctive because it has a tiny hinged  
door over the port hole to act as a dust  
cover.  
1
3
2
FDX/HDX  
ACT  
1
2
3
4
When installed in a Quad-  
Series Fiber Switch, it supports fiber  
optic cable distances up the IEEE-  
standard 100Mbps distance limits, i.e.,  
typically 2km at full-duplex and 412m at  
half-duplex.  
LK  
ACTIVITY  
2
LINK  
1
3
FULL/HALF  
DUPLEX MODE  
“small-form-factor”  
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The small size of the VF-45, about the same as an RJ-45 port, reduces the size  
of wiring panels in wiring closets while providing the advantage of “future-proof” fiber  
optic technology.  
The cable end is a “plug-in” connector, with both fiber strands terminated in  
one housing that cannot be improperly inserted. Each port has an Activity (ACT) LED  
indicating packets being received, a Link (LK) LED that indicates proper connectivity  
with the remote device when lit, and a FDX/HDX LED to indicate full-duplex mode  
when lit (or half-duplex when off).  
5.2.6  
QPM-RJ45 (Twisted Pair), 10/100Mb TP Quad-Port  
The QPM-RJ45 module  
10/100BASE-T, Quad Port  
RJ-45 Connectors  
supports Ethernet twisted pair  
segments of any standard length. It is  
equipped with a four-port RJ-45  
connector, and offers 10/100 full /  
half-duplex auto-negotiating  
1
2
1
2
3
4
ACT  
LK  
Cross-Over  
Push Switch  
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
4
3
1
2
LINK  
capability on each port. The RJ-45  
connector is shielded to minimize  
emissions and will allow both  
ACTIVITY  
FULL/HALF  
DUPLEX MODE  
4
3
SPEED  
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) and shielded twisted pair (STP) cable connections.  
The QPM-RJ45 quad-port module is equipped with a Media Dependent  
Interface-Crossover (MDI-X) push-button to allow for one cascaded connection. This  
feature eliminates the need for a special twisted pair crossover cable when connecting to  
a hub or another switch.  
With the push-button in the IN (X) position, the left-most RJ-45 port is used for  
cascaded and up-link connections (i.e.: a connection to another hub or switch typically).  
When used for segments going to workstations and other user node device connections,  
the MDI-X push-button should be in the OUT (=) position.  
Each port has an Activity (ACT) LED indicating packets being received, a  
Link (LK) LED that indicates proper connectivity with the remote device when lit, a  
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FDX/HDX LED to indicate full-duplex mode when lit (or half-duplex when off), and a  
“speed” LED indicating 100Mb when lit (or 10 Mbps when off).  
Important Note: For the QPM-RJ45 Crossover Push-button -  
OUT for workstations and user node connections.  
IN for Up-Link connections to other hubs, switches, etc.  
The RJ-45 pins normally (TP crossover push-button DOWN) are per the standard  
for hubs-to-users twisted pair wiring: 1 = receive+, 2 = receive-, 3 = transmit+, 6 =  
transmit-, other pins not used. When the TP crossover push-button is UP, the pins  
of the RJ-45 port are per the standard for up-links using twisted pair wiring, i.e., the  
transmit and the receive pairs are exchanged: 1 = transmit+, 2 = transmit-, 3 =  
receive+, 6 = receive-, other pins not used.  
5.2.7  
QPRJ-MSC, “3 + 1” 3@10/100Mb RJ-45 and 1@100Mb Fiber SC  
Multi-mode Connector, “Combo” Quad-Port Module  
The QPRJ-MSC “3+1  
10/100BASE-T and 100BASE-FX Combo  
Quad-Port Connectors  
Combo” quad-port supports three auto-  
negotiating twisted pair ports at  
2
1
1
2
3
4
ACT  
LK  
5
10/100Mbps FDX / HDX, and one fiber  
port with 100Mbps multi-mode FX SC  
connector. The three RJ-45 ports on the  
right operate the same as those in the  
same place on the QPM-RJ45 module.  
HDX/FDX  
FDX/HDX  
100/10  
4
3
1
ACTIVITY  
FULL/HALF  
2
LINK  
4
3
SPEED  
DUPLEX (RJ-45)  
5
FULL/HALF DUPLEX(FIBER)  
The fiber SC connector  
functions as a fiber optic transceiver to support 100BASE-FX network segments. When  
installed in a Quad-Series Fiber Switch, it supports fiber cable distances up the IEEE-  
standard 100Mbps distance limits, i.e., typically 2km at full-duplex and 412m at half-  
duplex. The factory default setting is for full-duplex operation, and a jumper on the  
module must be moved to select half-duplex. (See Section 3.4).  
Each 3+1 combo port has an Activity (ACT) LED indicating packets being  
received, a Link (LK) LED that indicates proper connectivity with the remote device  
when lit, a FDX/HDX LED to indicate full-duplex mode when lit (or half-duplex when  
off). In addition, the RJ-45 ports have a “speed” LED indicating 100Mb when lit (or 10  
Mbps when off). The fiber port is always 100Mbps speed.  
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5.2.8 QPRJ-MST, “3 + 1” 3@10/100Mb RJ-45 and 1@100Mb Fiber ST  
Multi-mode Connector, “Combo” Quad-Port Module  
The Magnum QPRJ-MST is also a 3+1 Combo quad-port. It is the same as the  
QPRJ-MSC “3+1 combo” module except the multi-mode fiber port is ST-type. See  
Section 5.2.1 for a description of the 100Mb multi-mode-mode fiber SC-type port.  
5.2.9  
QPRJ-SSC, “3 + 1” 3@10/100Mb RJ-45 and 1@100Mb Fiber SC  
Single-mode Connector, “Combo” Quad-Port Module  
The Magnum QPRJ-SSC is also a 3+1 Combo quad-port module. It is the  
same as the QPRJ-MSC “3+1 combo” module except the fiber port is single-mode. See  
Section 5.2.3 for a description of the 100Mb single-mode fiber port.  
5.2.10 QPM-FP  
The QPM-FP is a blank face plate or cover plate that must be installed in any  
empty QPM slots to maintain proper  
cooling air flow, and for safety, etc.  
Two screws underneath  
the front panel hold the QPM-FP in  
place.  
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All Magnum Ethernet products are designed to provide reliability and  
consistently high performance in all network environments. The installation of Magnum  
Quad Series Fiber Switch is a straightforward procedure (see INSTALLATION, Section  
2.6); the operation is also straightforward and is discussed in Section 4.  
Should problems develop during installation or operation, this section is  
intended to help locate, identify and correct these types of problems. Please follow the  
suggestions listed below prior to contacting your supplier. However, if you are unsure of  
the procedures described in this section or if the Magnum Quad Series Fiber Switch is  
not performing as expected, do not attempt to repair the unit; instead contact your  
supplier for assistance or contact GarrettCom Customer Support.  
6.1  
Before Calling for Assistance  
1.  
If difficulty is encountered when installing or operating the unit, refer back to  
the Installation Section of the applicable chapter of this manual. Also check  
to make sure that the various components of the network are interoperable.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Check the cables and connectors to ensure that they have been properly  
connected and the cables/wires have not been crimped or in some  
way  
be  
impaired during installation. (About 90% of network downtime can  
attributed to wiring and connector problems.)  
Make sure that an AC power cord is properly attached to each Magnum Quad  
Series Fiber Switch unit. Be certain that each AC power cord is plugged into a  
functioning electrical outlet. Use the PWR LEDs to verify each unit is  
receiving power.  
If the problem is isolated to a network device other than the Magnum Quad  
Series Fiber Switch product, it is recommended that the problem device is  
replaced with a known good device. Verify whether or not the problem is  
corrected. If not, go to Step 5 below. If the problem is corrected, the Magnum  
Quad Series Fiber Switch and its associated cables are functioning properly.  
5.  
If the problem continues after completing Step 4 above, contact your supplier  
of the Magnum Quad Series Fiber Switch unit or if unknown, contact  
GarrettCom, Inc.by fax, phone or email ([email protected]) for assistance.  
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Please be prepared to provide the following information.  
A complete description of the problem, including the following points:  
a. The nature and duration of the problem;  
1.  
b. Situations when the problem occurs;  
c. The components involved in the problem;  
d. Any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem;  
2.  
3.  
4.  
An accurate list of GarrettCom product model(s)involved, with serial  
number(s). Include the date(s) that you purchased the products from your  
supplier.  
It is useful to include other network equipment models and related hardware,  
including personal computers, workstations, terminals and printers; plus, the  
various network media types being used.  
A record of changes that have been made to your network configuration prior  
to the occurrence of the problem. Any changes to system administration  
procedures should all be noted in this record.  
6.3  
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Procedure  
All returns for repair must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization  
(RMA) number. To obtain an RMA number, please use this URL -  
Please have the following information readily available:  
Name and phone number of your contact person.  
Name of your company / institution  
Your shipping address  
Product name  
Serial Number (or Invoice Number)  
Packing List Number (or Sales Order Number)  
Date of installation  
Failure symptoms, including a full description of the problem.  
GarrettCom will carefully test and evaluate all returned products, will  
repair products that are under warranty at no charge, and will return the warranty-  
repaired units to the sender with shipping charges prepaid (see Warranty Information,  
Appendix A, for complete details). However, if the problem or condition causing the  
return cannot be duplicated by GarrettCom, the unit will be returned as:  
No Problem Found.  
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GarrettCom reserves the right to charge for the testing of non-defective  
units under warranty. Testing and repair of product that is not under warranty will  
result in a customer (user) charge.  
6.4  
Shipping and Packaging Information  
Should you need to ship the unit back to GarrettCom, please follow these  
instructions:  
1. Package the unit carefully. It is recommended that you use the original  
container if available. Units should be wrapped in a "bubble-wrap" plastic  
sheet or bag for shipping protection. ( You may retain all connectors and this  
Installation Guide.)  
CAUTION Do not pack the unit in Styrofoam "popcorn" type packing  
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material. This material may cause electro-static shock damage to the unit.  
2. Clearly mark the Return Material Authorization (RMA) number on the  
outside of the shipping container.  
3. GarrettCom is not responsible for your return shipping charges.  
4. Ship the package to:  
GarrettCom, Inc.  
47823 Westinghouse Dr.  
Fremont, CA 94539  
Attn.: Customer Service  
APPENDIX A: WARRANTY INFORMATION  
GarrettCom, Inc. warrants its products to be free from defects in materials  
and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment by  
GarrettCom.  
During this warranty period, GarrettCom will repair or, at its option,  
replace components in the products that prove to be defective at no charge other  
than shipping and handling, provided that the product is returned pre-paid to  
GarrettCom.  
This warranty will not be effective if, in the opinion of GarrettCom, the  
product has been damaged by misuse, misapplication, or as a result of service or  
modification other than by GarrettCom.  
GarrettCom reserves the right to make a charge for handling and  
inspecting any product returned for warranty repair which turns out not to be  
faulty.  
Please complete the warranty card as this acts as a product registration,  
and mail it to GarrettCom within two weeks of your purchase.  
APPENDIX B: MAGNUM INTERNAL DC POWER SUPPLY OPTION  
B1.0  
Power Supply (Internal -48 VDC Option)  
SPECIFICATIONS - FOR MAGNUM QUAD-SERIES SWITCHES  
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DC Power Connector: 3 terminals: -“, “GND”, “+”  
Input Voltage: 36 - 70 VDC  
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Power Supply (Internal 24 VDC Option)  
DC Power Connector: 3 terminals: -“, “GND”, “+”  
Input Voltage:  
20-36 VDC  
Power Supply (Internal 125 or 100VDC Option)  
DC Power Connector: 3 terminals: -“, “GND”, “+”  
Input Voltage: “125” = 120 - 160 VDC range, “100” = 90 to 160VDC range  
Surge Suppression: Varistors are installed inside to avoid QS internal damage from  
power spikes or excess outside electrical noise coming in on the DC power input lines  
Power Consumption: all DC Model QS5108, QS5116: 30 watt typical,50 watts max.  
With the exception of the power supply, all specifications and functions of  
Magnum Quad-Series Switches-48VDC, 24VDC, 100VDC and 125VDC models are  
identical to those listed in the main manual.  
B2.0 -48VDC, 24, 100, and 125VDC POWER OPTION, THEORY OF OPERATION  
The -48VDC, 24, 100 and 125VDC power options are designed using diodes  
inside on each DC power input line behind the two external power connection terminals,  
POWER SWITCH  
so that the power from an external source can  
HUB  
SUPPLY  
only flow into the unit. This allows the Quad-  
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A+  
A-  
FUSE  
Series Switches to operate only whenever DC  
power is correctly applied to the two inputs.  
It protects the Quad-Series Switches from  
incorrect DC input connections. An incorrect  
CHASSIS  
GND  
GND  
polarity connection, for example, will neither affect the Quad-Series Switches, its  
internal power supply, nor will it blow the fuse in the internal power supply.  
The manual power “On-Off” Switch (optional) is used for powering the unit on  
and off when it is placed into or taken out of service.  
B3.0  
APPLICATIONS FOR DC POWERED ETHERNET SWITCHES  
Magnum Quad-Series Switches are easily installed in a variety of applications  
where -48VDC, 24, 100 or 125VDC power is used as the primary power source. The DC  
power configurationcapability provides an Ethernet networking solution utilizing a  
special power supply in switches with a proven track record.  
The –48VDC solution is particularly useful in the telecommunication industry,  
where it is common for facilities to operate on -48VDC power. Such companies include  
regular and wireless telephone service providers, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and  
other communication companies. In addition, many high availability equipment services,  
such as broadcasters, publishers, newspaper operations, brokerage firms and other  
facilities often use a battery backup system to maintain operations in the event of a power  
failure. It is also frequently used for computer system backup, management and  
operations monitoring equipment.  
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The 24, 100 and 125VDC options are particularly useful in the Industrial environment,  
where it is common for facilities to operate on 24VDC or 125VDC power. The 100 and  
125VDC options are mainly used in power utilities, such as electrical substations,  
electrical generating plants, etc. The 24VDC applications are mainly in the Industrial  
environment, such as factory floor, HVAC equipment, military equipment, etc.  
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B4.0  
INSTALLATION  
This section describes the  
ON  
installation of the -48VDC, 24, 100 and  
125VDC power source leads to the DC  
power terminal block on the Magnum  
Quad-Series Switches. (see figure at the  
right with –48VDC power as example).  
OFF  
36-70VDC  
Figure B4.1: -48VDC Terminal Block on Magnum Quad-Series Switches -48VDC  
In this picture, the -48VDC terminal block on the Magnum Quad-Series Switch  
is located on the rear of the unit and is equipped with three (3) screw-down lead posts. It  
is similar for 24, 100 and 125VDC options on the Quad-Series Switch. The leads are  
identified as negative (-), positive (+), and chassis ground (GND).  
The actual connection procedure is very straightforward. Simply connect the  
leads to the Magnum unit, beginning with ground. Ensure that each lead is securely  
tightened.  
Note: The GND should be hooked up first. The Quad-Series Switch unit has a floating  
ground, so the user may elect to Ground either + or = terminal to suit the customer’s  
use.  
Before connecting hot lines to the Terminal Block of –48VDC, 24, 100 or  
125VDC, always use a digital voltmeter to measure the output voltage of the power  
supply and determine the lead which is more “+ve potential”. The more “+ve” voltage  
lead from the DC supply must be connected to the post labeled “+”.  
An ON-OFF manual switch is optional for DC power. This can be used to cut  
off power connections, and as a RESET for the switch.  
B4.1  
UL Requirements  
1. Minimum 14 AWG cable for connection to a Centralized DC power source.  
2. Fastening torque of the lugs on the terminal block: 9 inch pound max.  
3. Centralized DC Power Source cable securement, use at least four cable ties to  
secure the cable to the rack at least 4 inches apart with the first one located  
within 6 inches of the terminal block.  
B5.0  
OPERATION  
Operation of the Magnum Quad-Series Switch with the optional -48VDC, 24V,  
100 and 125VDC power supply is identical to that of the AC-powered models.  
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B6.0  
ORDERING INFORMATION  
To order the optional –48VDC power supply factory installed, add a suffix of  
“-48VDC” after the product’s standard model # Example: Magnum QS5116-48VDC.  
Similarly, to order the optional 24VDC, 100VDC, or 125VDC industrial power  
supply for factory installation and test, add a suffix of “–24VDC or “-100VDC” or “–  
125VDC” after the product’s standard model #. Example: Magnum QS5108-24VDC or  
Magnum QS5116-125VDC.  
B7.0  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Please refer to Section 6.0  
APPENDIX C: MAGNUM INTERNAL DC DUAL-SOURCE POWER  
OPTION  
C1.0 SPECIFICATIONS - FOR MAGNUM QUAD-SERIES FIBER SWITCHES  
Power Supply (Internal, -48VDC Dual-Source, model # Dual-Src48V)  
DC Power Connector: First Source: “A+”, “A-“, 2nd Source “B-“, “B+”  
GND: Terminal for “earth” or ground wire connection to the switch chassis  
Input:  
Two separate sources, each at 36 - 70 VDC  
Power Consumption: Model QS5108 & QS5116 :30 watt typical, 50 watts max.  
Power Supply (Internal, 24VDC Dual-Source, model # Dual-Src24V)  
DC Power Connector: First Source: “A+”, “A-“, 2nd Source “B-“, “B+”  
GND: Terminal for “earth” or ground wire connection to the switch chassis  
Input:  
Two separate sources, each at 20 - 36 VDC  
Power Consumption: Model QS5108 & QS5116 : 30 watt typical, 50 watts max.  
Power Supply (Internal, 100 and 125VDC Dual-Source, model # Dual-Src1xxV)  
DC Power Connector: First Source: “A+”, “A-“, 2nd Source “B-“, “B+”  
GND: Terminal for “earth” or ground wire connection to the switch chassis  
Input:  
Two separate sources, each at 100 (90 to 160V) or 120 - 160 V range  
Power Consumption: Model QS5108 & QS5116: 30 watt typical, 50 watts max.  
With the exception of the dual DC input power connections and the power  
supply, all specifications and configuration options for the Magnum QS5116-48VDC,  
QS5116-24VDC, QS5116-100VDC, and QS5116-125VDC with this Dual-Source option  
are identical to those listed in the Magnum Quad-Series Fiber Switch Installation and  
User Guide, including Appendix B “Internal DC Power Supply Option”  
C2.0  
QUAD-SERIES with -48VDC, 24, 100, and 125VDC Dual-Source option  
The QS switch models with the internal -48VDC, 24, 100 and 125VDC Dual-  
Source power supply are designed for installations where a battery plant is the power  
source, and where two separate power sources are utilized in order to increase  
operational uptime and to simplify maintenance.  
The functionality of the Magnum Quad-Series Switches -48VDC, 24, 100 or  
125VDC Dual-Source Option switches are identical to the standard AC-powered models.  
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All Port Module options are available for configuration with Dual-Source Option units.  
Refer to the main sections of this Installation and User Guide for a detailed description  
of the Magnum Quad-Series Switches.  
C3.0  
DUAL-SOURCE OPTION, THEORY OF OPERATION  
The Dual-Source DC power option is designed using diodes inside of the  
switch on each DC power input line. A  
diode is placed in each of the four input  
lines (behind the four external power  
connection terminals) so that power  
from an external source can only flow  
into the switch. This allows the switch  
to operate whenever DC power is  
A+  
A-  
HUB  
SUPPLY  
+
FUSE  
-
B-  
B+  
CHASSIS  
GND  
GND  
correctly applied to either or both of the two inputs  
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C4.0 FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF THE DUAL-SOURCE DESIGN  
a) The switch can receive power from either input, “A” or “B”. The switch will normally draw its  
power from the DC source with the highest voltage at a given time.  
b) The switc will not allow power to flow from a higher voltage input to a lower voltage input,  
h
i.e. the two DC power sources are not mixed together by the switch.  
c) When one correct DC input is present, the switch will receive power if the other DC input is  
absent, or even if it is connected with reverse polarity or shorted or grounded.  
d) Reverse polarity connections, if they should accidentally occur on either input, will not damage  
the switch or power supply internally (nor will it blow the fuse in the internal power supply)  
because of the blocking action of the diodes. This is true even if one input connection is  
reversed while the switch is operating from the other source.  
e) The switch will not receive power (and will not work) when both inputs are simultaneously  
absent or are both incorrectly connected.  
C5.0  
INSTALLATION  
This section describes the proper connection of the -48VDC, 24, 100 and  
125VDC dual source leads to the DC power terminal block on the Magnum Quad-Series  
Switch (shown in Figure C4.0 with 48v input as example).  
The –48VDC terminal block on the Magnum Quad-Series Switch is located on  
the right rear of the unit and is equipped with five (5) screw-down lead posts (see Figure  
C5.0). The primary terminals are identified as positive (A+), negative (A-), and the  
secondary power terminals as negative (B-), positive (B+). The chassis “earth” or ground  
(GND), is a threaded post with a #6 nut. The dual source terminal block for 24, 100  
and 125VDC are similar.  
A+ A- B- B+  
Figure Cto the external Terminal Block  
on a Mag116 48VDC wih Dual-Soion  
36-70VDC  
36-70VDC  
GND  
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Note: The GND should be hooked up first. The Quad-Series Switch unit has  
a floating ground, so the user may elect to Ground either + or = terminal to suit the  
customer’s use.  
Before connecting to Terminal Block of –48VDC, 24, 100 or 125VDC,  
always use a digital voltmeter to measure the output voltage of the power supply and  
determine the lead which is more “+ve potential”. The more “+ve” voltage lead from  
48V or –48V supply must be connected to the post labeled “+”.  
The connection procedure is straightforward. Simply connect the DC leads to  
the switch’s power terminals, positive (+) and negative (-) screws. The use of Ground  
(GND) is optional; it connects to the switch chassis. Ensure that each lead is securely  
tightened.  
C5.1 UL Requirements  
The following must be adhered to in order to conform to UL requirements:  
1. Minimum 14 AWG cable for connection to a Centralized DC power source.  
2. Fastening torque of the lugs on the terminal block: 9 inch pound max.  
3. Centralized DC Power Source cable securement, use at least four cable ties to  
secure the cable to the rack at least 4 inches apart with the first one located  
within 6 inches of the terminal block.  
C6.0  
ORDERING INFORMATION  
To order the optional Dual-Source -48VDC power supply factory installed,  
order “Dual-Src-48V” as a separate line item following the product model.  
Example: Magnum QS5116-48VDC  
Dual-Src48V for regular model with no ON-OFF switch  
or Dual-Src48V-SWITCH for model with ON-OFF switch  
Similarly to order “Dual-Src24V” or “Dual-Src100V” or “Dual-Src125V” as a  
separate line item following the product model.  
Example: Magnum QS5108-24VDC or Magnum QS5116-125VDC  
Dual-Src48V for regular model with no ON-OFF switch  
or Dual-Src48V-SWITCH for model with ON-OFF switch  
C7.0  
OPERATION  
Operation of the Dual-Source Magnum Quad-Series Switch-48VDC, 24, 100  
and 125VDC models are identical to that of the standard models. Please refer to the  
applicable sections of the “Installation and User Guide” for more information on the  
basic switches.  
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