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  • Page 1

    PEX1000MMSC PEX1000MMST 1000Base-SX Multi-Mode Fiber Gigabit PCI Express Card *PEX1000MMSC shown[...]

  • Page 2

    FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits f or a Class B digital de- vice, pursuant to par t 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against har mful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can r adiate radio frequency en[...]

  • Page 3

    Instruction Manual i Instruction Manual T able of Contents Introduction ................................................................................... 1 P ackage Contents ....................................................................... 1 Installation ...................................................................................... [...]

  • Page 4

    Instruction Manual 1 Introduction Thank you f or purchasing a StarT ech.com Multi Mode Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Card. A simple solution for connecting a host computer directly to a fiber network, the PEX1000MMSC/PEX1000MMST provides full gigabit performance, ensuring the f astest network connections and reliable perf or mance. Features • 1000Mb[...]

  • Page 5

    Instruction Manual 2 Inst alla tion Hardware Installation 1. T urn OFF the computer power before installation. 2. Remov e the chassis cover from y our computer . 3. Locate an unused PCI Express slot and remov e the corresponding slot cov er from the rear panel of the computer chassis. Retain the screw (if applicable) used to hold the slot co ver in[...]

  • Page 6

    Instruction Manual 3 Connecting to a Network Please note: Y ou must connect the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to the network before installing the netw ork dr iv er . For connector type , cabling requirements, and maxim um segment distance when connecting the PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to your network, please ref er to the fo[...]

  • Page 7

    Instruction Manual 4 ii. Inser t the cable that is connected to the receiv e (RX) connector on the PCI Express Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Adapter into the transmit (TX) connector on the network switch. 6. When the cable is properly connected to two end de vices, turn on the power to the PC . 7. Check the LNK (Link) LED . The LED will come on when the P[...]

  • Page 8

    Instruction Manual 5 4. Installation will begin... 5. Click Finish to complete the driver installation.[...]

  • Page 9

    Instruction Manual 6 Specications Applicable Standards IEEE802.3 10Base-T , IEEE802.3u 100Base-TX/100Base-FX IEEE802.3ab 1000Base-T IEEE802.3z 1000Base-SX/1000Base-LX IEEE802.3x IEEE802.1Q IEEE802.1p IEEE802.3ad LED Indicators Link, Activity Operating T emperature 0°C to 45° C (32°F to 113°F) Storage T emperature -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 15[...]

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    Instruction Manual 7 T echnical Support StarT ech.com’ s lifetime technical support is an integral par t of our commitment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ev er need help with your product, visit www .star tech.com/suppor t and access our comprehensive selection of online tools , documentation, and downloads. Warranty Information Th[...]

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    StarT ech.com has been making “hard-to-find easy” since 1985, providing high quality solutions to a diverse IT and A/V customer base that spans man y channels, including go vernment, education and industrial f acilities to name just a fe w . We off er an unmatched selection of computer par ts, cables, A/V products, KVM and Ser v er Management [...]