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Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE

OXL-P12-TE

Manual

Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE

OXL-P12-TE

About the product

Congratulations on purchasing the Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE!

In front of you is a managed layer 2 switch providing 2 Easy Lock™ Polymer Optical Fiber (POF) ports and for connecting towards regular application products it offers 2 traditional RJ45 ports with PoE (802.3af). Below you will find a quick overview of the highlights.

Ports

The switch has:

  • 2x RJ45 ports 1Gbit with PoE IEEE 802.3af
  • 2x Easy Lock™ POF 1 Gbit ports

Easily connected

Using the Easy Lock™ ports connecting to the network was never easier. Connecting a custom size cable can be done in just 4 simple steps:

  • Cut the POF cable to size
  • Open the Easy Lock™ port
  • Push the POF cable in
  • Close the Easy Lock™ port

No more fiddling with RJ45 connectors!

Redundant network

Using POF your network can be connected in a ring or line, rather than the traditional star topology; star topology however remains a possibility. Besides the obvious benefits of less cable, less installation time, less pollution and more flexibility your network also becomes redundant. Just connect all devices in a ring and the switch will automatically use RSTP making your network connection redundant.

Easy cloud commissioning

When powering on the switch it will automatically ask for its configuration from FCS, the FiberUnlimited Cloud Services. Saving you time to configure it by hand.

For a full specification refer to the datasheet at www.fiberunlimited.com/manuals.

What is in the box?

Quantity Item Product nr
1 Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE OXL-P12-TE
1 Quick start guide -

Warnings & Precautions

Please read the following warnings and precautions carefully.

Remove power from power lines

Make sure and verify that the power running towards the device is OFF before installing the device.
Tip: Switch off the phase you are working with.

Do not stare into POF ports & POF cables

Refrain from looking directly into the POF ports or the ends of the POF cable. The used optics emit a red color so you can see the light in order to establish the correct way of installing the cables. The red light is LED based and not harmful. However, staring into the light for a prolonged period can result in eye irritations or worse.

Use the proper tools for installation

When installing the devices make sure to use proper tools that are purpose made for the job at hand. Using the wrong tools may result in injury.

Never insert tools and materials that are conductive into the device

You may get an electrical shock when inserting tools and materials that are conductive into the device. Please refrain from using such tools and materials for these purposes.

Follow construction regulations

For your own personal safety always follow the construction warnings and regulations when installing the device.

Do not open the device

By opening the device all warrantee’s and guarantees will terminate

Other

  • Work on the electrical parts of the device must be performed by a certified professional.
  • Only use the device for its intended purpose.
  • Only install the device following the instructions provided in this manual.
  • Refrain from manipulating, altering, adjusting the device in any way other than as indicated in this manual. This includes but is not limited to heating the device, deforming it in any way, applying lubricants and using excessive force.
  • Operate the device in its intended environment and within its environmental conditions.

Product overview

OXL-P12-TE


Top view
Device properties

Dimensions 290 x 42 x 37 mm
260 x 42 x 37 mm housing only
Housing Metal, fully shielded, fanless
Weight 0.8 KG
Data transmission 2x RJ45 ports: 1Gbit per second
2x Easy Lock™ port: 1 Gbit per second
Operational conditions AC power: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Ambient temperature: -5°C to +50°C
Humidity: 10% RH to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Protection class: Class II, IP20 (DIN-EN-60529)
Indoor use only
Electrical wiring Solid copper wire 1,5 mm2
Minimum AC input current: 6A
Commissioning & monitoring Fully integrated with FiberUnlimited Cloud Services (FCS) via VLAN 1 (native & untagged) or VLAN 502 (tagged).
Security Encrypted through SSL (HTTPS) and proprietary methods.

Hardware installation

Need to know

The following items need to be taken into account when installing the Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE.

Needed tools & accessories

Item Quantity
Torx (T20) screw driver 1
Flathead/Slotted screwdriver (3.0mm) 1
(Professional) POF cable cutter 1

Installation

Step 1

Insert the device into place and screw it in.

Step 2

Connect the AC electrical wiring into the device at the specified location. Use a flathead screwdriver.

Wire preparation:

  • Use solid copper wire 1,5mm2 or Pre insulated end terminals
  • Strip 8,5 to 9,5 mm of wire

Connecting the wire:

  • Press the terminal (L/N/NC) you want to connect with a flathead screwdriver
  • Insert the wire;
  • Remove the screwdriver.

Step 3

Remove the protective Easy Lock™ caps.

Note: only proceed with this step if the POF cable is being installed immediately. Otherwise, leave the cap in place to prevent dust and particle to enter the Easy Lock™ port.

  • Open the Easy Lock™ port by pulling outwards;
  • Remove the protective cap by pulling it away from the device.

Step 4

Prepare the POF cable and connect it to the device.

POF cable preparation:

  • Make sure the POF cable is cut at a perfect 90 degree angle using a POF cable cutter. Also remove any residue from the cable.
  • Carefully split about 4 cm of the POF cable into 2 single cables. One TX one RX cable.

Cable indication:
Dark = No light is being emitted
Shining = A red light is being emitted

Inserting the POF cable:

  • Open the Easy Lock™ by pulling outwards;
  • Determine the TX and RX on the CABLE. Never insert a shining fiber into a shining port or vice versa!
  • Determine the TX and RX of the DEVICE. When holding the device like depicted and looking straight at the Easy Lock™ port; the left opening is the TX side on the device indicated with a solid dot (pic) and will be the side that is transmitting light when the device is turned on. you can easily remember this by the fraise; “Left is Light.”
  • Insert the POF cable.

Note 1: When power is shut down you can always distinguish the TX and RX by looking for the marker on one of the fibers.

Note 2: Push the cable all the way to the back of the port until you cannot go any further (approximately 2 cm). This ensures that the optics are as close to the cable as possible.

Failure to do so will result in significant loss of throughput and maybe even no connection at all.

  • Close the Easy Lock™ port by pushing firmly inwards. This will lock the POF cable in place.

Verification

Step 1

Turn on the device by providing power the device.

Step 2

Check power and boot:
At the top of the device the Power LED must be blinking (device is booting) or steady (device ready for use).

Check POF connections:
Both POF LED-indicators must be on. This indicates that both Easy Lock™ ports are active. From that moment on the device is fully booted and ready for operation.

Commissioning

To add the Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE to your network follow the initial steps below.

Initial setup

Step 1

Find the MAC-address of the installed Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE

Step 2

Go to the FiberUnlimited Cloud Services (FCS) web portal and add the device to the location of your choosing or provide the MAC-address and it’s physical location to the IT network administrator. For further information see the FCS manual at www.fiberunlimited.com/manuals

Step 3

Connect the device to a network on TAGGED VLAN 502 (The management VLAN for Halonex® devices) or the native UNTAGGED VLAN 1. Once the device is turned on it will request an IP through DHCP.

Managing the device

The Halonex® In-rail Module 2 — PoE can be managed through the FiberUnlimited Cloud Services portal (FCS). Here you will find all the features to configure the Halonex® devices. These services are made available to authorized IT network professionals.

For further informations see FCS manual at www.fiberunlimited.com/manuals

Troubleshooting

Experiencing problems during the setup of the device? Find the applicable symptom below for suggestions on how to fix it.

Symptom Suggestion

No network traffic
Easy Lock™ port down / not connected

Check if all POF cable are connected properly.

  • The side of the POF cable that emits RED light must be connected to the DARK side of the Easy Lock™ port of the connecting device and vice versa.
  • Make sure the Easy Lock™ port is clean. All particles that can block the light must be removed using compressed air.
  • Make sure that the POF cables has been cut properly. Refer to 4c) – Installation – POF cable preperation:

Easy Lock™ port link is up and no network traffic

Check if the switch has shut down the Easy Lock™ port

  • If the quality of the connection of a Easy Lock™ port is low the Easy Lock™ port will be shutdown. Reopen the port in the management interface or restart the switch.

Slow throughput
Connection drops
Only connection at short distances

Check if the POF cable is inserted deep enough in the Easy Lock™ ports and connected properly.

  • Refer to 4c) – Installation – POF cable preparation:
  • Make sure the Easy Lock™ port and cable is clean. All particles that can block the light must be removed using compressed air.

Tip: Check both ends of the POF cable.

My device cannot communicate

To prevent the network from being overloaded configure the ports to:

  • Broadcast limiter: 1%
  • Multicast limiter: 2%

Support

More information

For more information, you can check our website www.fiberunlimited.com or the manuals at www.fiberunlimited.com/manuals.

Personal support

If you are in need of personal support please sent your question to support@fiberunlimited.com.

Required information

Please include both the product ID, Mac-address and/or serial number (on the top side of the device) in your inquiry. This will help give you the support you need.

Declaration of conformity

We, FiberUnlimited declare under our sole responsibility that this device is in conformity with the essential requirements and relevant regulations of the applicable EU-directives (2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2011/65/EU). The complete Declaration of Conformity is available in the download section at www.fiberunlimited.com.

Disposal & Recycle

Guideline 2002/96/CE concerning the handling, collection, recycling and disposal for electrical and electronic equipment and their components („waste electrical and electronic equipment“, known as WEEE). The crossed symbol on a rubbish container indicates that the machine or device is not allowed to be disposed of but it must be handed over to a suitably equipped collection center for proper recycling or disposal.

Disclaimer

Information regarding this product is subject to change without notice.

All information in this publication generally reflects the status at the time of printing. Despite considerable care taken in the preparation of the publication, errors may occur. We also reserve the right to make changes to our products, specifications and other data. Changes may also become necessary as a result of legal, technological or other external requirements, which canno t or can no longer be considered in this publication.

For this reason, we cannot assume any liability which is based solely on the data provided in this publication. The decisive role with regard to the data on products and services is always played by the order placed, the product actually purchased and the documentation in connection with it, or the information provided by our specialist staff in each specific individual case.

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