RAD Data comm AMC-101 User Manual
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AMC-101 Installation & Operation Manual
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Fast Ethernet Applications
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Repeater based LAN Link using standard UTP at HD (Half Duplex).
Problem:
Range is limited to 100m from the repeater.
Repeater
UTP
UTP
Up to 100m
Up to 100m
Fast Ethernet Station
Fast Ethernet Station
(Laptop)
Figure 1-8 Repeater Half Duplex Connection over UTP
Solution:
Using two AMC-101s with AMC-M/100BT/B modules can extend the range
up to tens of kilometers.
UTP < 80m
UTP < 80m
AMC-101
with AMC-M/100BT/B Module
AMC-101
with AMC-M/100BT/B Module
UTP
Up to 100m
Fiber Optic Link
Up to tens of kilometers
Fast Ethernet Station
Fast Ethernet Station
(Laptop)
Repeater
Figure 1-9 Extending Repeater Half Duplex Connection