GEN7iB
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INTERFACE/CONTROLLER
INTERFACE/CONTROLLER
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11.6 Option - Optical 1 Gbit Ethernet interface
The Interface/Controller supports an optical 1 Gbit Ethernet interface by means of an
SFP module. An SFP module is a small, form-factor and pluggable transceiver that
supports direct optical network connections.
Laser Safety
The system is classied as a Class 1 laser product. The SFP uses an optical light source for
data and command communication. It does not emit hazardous light, but direct exposure to
the beam should be avoided.
This simple and powerful plug-in-and-use option enables the use of an optical network
connection on the Interface/Controller. There are two models available to choose from:
● 1 Gbit (850 nm) - Multi Mode
● 1 Gbit (1310 nm) - Single Mode
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Fig. 11.16 SFP optical network device
A SFP shown with dust cap and removal bar
B SFP label - 850 or 1310 nm
1310 nm Single Mode (SM) and 850 nm Multi Mode (MM) optical ber transceivers use spe-
cic cables. Therefore, make sure that the correct mode/specication of ber optic cable is
used.