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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems

Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems
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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems

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Overview: This document provides comprehensive information on fiber optic solutions for IBM systems, focusing on various Bit-Driver models and their compatibility with IBM products. It highlights the importance of fiber optics in supporting large data and storage networks, particularly for IBM mainframes, midrange systems, and PCs.
IBM Products: The document emphasizes the use of fiber optics in IBM systems to facilitate long-distance data communication, covering IBM mainframes, midrange systems, and PCs.
Bit-Driver Models: Several models are discussed, including:
  • 2336: Compatible with IBM 3/X and AS/400 systems, supports 1 RJ11 connector, max data rate of 1 Mbps.
  • 2836: Supports 1 Twinax port, works with 9036 Hub, max data rate of 1 Mbps, multimode standard.
  • 9304: Four-channel multiplexer, supports up to 28 users, max data rate of 1 Mbps per Twinax port.
  • 9308: Eight-channel multiplexer, supports up to 40 users, with stand-alone and rack mount options.
IBM Mainframe Networks: IBM mainframe systems are described as servers for large data networks, utilizing System Network Architecture (SNA) for interconnecting data processing equipment.
Technical Specifications: Detailed specifications for each Bit-Driver model are provided, including data rates, power options, and connector types. A table summarizes package distance, system model numbers, and channel data rates.
Recommendations: The document suggests using S.I. Tech fiber optic products to support various communication protocols and networking products, emphasizing their compatibility with IBM systems.
Specifications: Detailed specifications for models such as 2836, 2870, 3799, 9036, and 9302 are provided, highlighting their design for IBM systems and their ability to overcome limitations like EMI/RFI interference and distance constraints.
Key Features: Key features include elimination of EMI/RFI interference, increased transmission distances, compliance with FCC and UL standards, and options for high power and single mode fiber.
Applications: Applications include connecting IBM systems across buildings or networks, replacing coaxial cables in IBM SNA environments, and providing a star hub configuration for easy connection of multiple terminals or PCs.
Recommendations: Recommendations include using impedance matching transformers (Balun) for non-specified cables and considering high power and single mode options for longer distances.
Operating Distance for Fiber Optic Cable: Operating distances are specified for different fiber optic cable types, including 62.5 microns, 50 microns, and 10 SM (Single Mode).
Contact Information: For application engineering assistance, contact S.I.Tech at 630-761-3640 or visit their website at http://www.sitech-bitdriver.com.
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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-1

Fiber Optic Solutions for IBM Systems 05/12/09 Stand Alone Bit-Driver Mini Bit-Driver USA & International Headquarters 1101 N. Raddant Road Batavia, IL 60510 Phone: (630) 761-3640 Fax: (630) 761-3644 Web Site: http://www.sitech-bitdriver.com ©2009 S.I. Tech, Inc. All Copy and Images

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-2

S.I. Tech Inc., Batavia, IL 60510 Phone: (630) 761-3640 Fax: (630) 761-3644 Web Site: http://www.sitech-bitdriver.com

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-3

S.I.TECH IBM PRODUCTS 1. IBM 3X/AS 400/AS 400E: FIBER OPTIC 2 Km R 1 ASCII DEVICE FIBER OPTIC 2 Km STORAGE DEVICE 62.5/125 FIBER ST CONNECTORS 1 4 port async 2 3 Controller 4 S.I. Tech Inc., Batavia, IL 60510 Phone: (630) 761-3640 Fax: (630) 761-3644 Web Site: http://www.sitech-bitdriver.com

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-4

S.I.Tech Fiber Optic Cable or Jumper Cables S.I. Tech Inc., Batavia, IL 60510 Phone: (630) 761-3640 Fax: (630) 761-3644 Web Site: http://www.sitech-bitdriver.com Up to 8 Coax Channels into each 3299 MUX COAX Bus & Tag CLUSTER Cable CONTROLLER S.I.Tech 7111 31XX 32XX Up to 8 Coax Channels from each 3299 MUX Ethernet Switch Ethernet Switch R 2006 2006 2016 2016 Up to 5 Km 2017 2017 R T Series 1000 Series 1000 F.O.MUX F.O.MUX Total 32 Type A Workstations 3270 3178/79 3278/79

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-5

S.I.TECH IBM IBM occupies a unique position in the computer industry being the world’s largest computer system manufacturer. The world’s largest corporations, governments, and educational institutions use IBM systems, particularly large and medium scale systems. Due to the massive size of these systems, long distance data communication and distributed data communication is a must. Fiber Optics is the most logical choice for these applications. IBM 308/370/3090/43XX/9000/9021/9370 MAINFRAME NETWORKS SNA IBM mainframe systems are now used as servers for large data networks and storage networks....

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-6

Power* Option Data Connection S.I. Tech Inc., Batavia, IL 60510 Phone: (630) 761-3640 Fax: (630) 761-3644 Web Site: http://www.sitech-bitdriver.com 6. See Power Supply Chart Other - Specify Other - Specify Other - Specify Fiber and Connector Multimode e.g. 2836 = 1 part Twinax to Fiber Bit-Driver, Standalone, 110VAC, ST Connector Base Model ***Check IBM Timing Specifications * Power Options: See "Power Options and How to Order" sheet p. 106 for options and ordering instructions. LAN/WAN - See LAN/WAN Section Channel Data Rate Kbps Stand Alone ST/SC/FC ST/SC/FC ST/SC/FC ST/SC/FC ST/SC/FC ST/SC/FC...

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-7

S.I.TECH IBM TWINAX TO FIBER OPTIC BIT-DRIVERS® (IBM AS/400, AS/400E, & S3/X) 2336 Card Cage Mounted Fiber Optic Bit-Driver® Synchronous Half or Full Duplex Optical Bit-Driver® Compatible with IBM 3/X and AS/400 systems Power, Transmit Data, and Receive Data LED status indicators Supports 1 RJ11 Connector Max Data Rate is 1 Mbps Fits Series 3000 Card Cage Multimode or Single mode 2836 Synchronous Half or Full Duplex Optical Bit-Driver® Compatible with IBM 3/X, AS/400, and AS/400E systems Power, Transmit Data, and Receive Data LED status indicators Supports 1 Twinax Port Works with 9036 Hub to...

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-8

S.I.TECH 9308 Eight Channel Synchronous Half or Full Duplex Multiplexer Optical Bit-Driver® Compatible with IBM 3/X and AS/400 systems Power, Sync, Transmit Data, and Receive Data LED status indicators Stand Alone and Rack Mount Options Rack can hold 2 units side by side Max Data Rate is 1 Mbps per Twinax Port Supports up to 40 Users Note: Most IBM systems support Ethernet LAN, see LAN section for appropriate product for your application. IBM 3270 COAX TO FIBER OPTIC BIT-DRIVERS® (IBM Systems 370/390 and SNA Networks) 2370 Card Cage Mounted Synchronous Simplex or Full Duplex Fiber Optic Bit-Driver®...

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-9

S.I.TECH IBM FIBER OPTIC BIT-DRIVERS® FOR IBM RS/6000 2129 Mini Synchronous Half or Full Duplex Optical Bit-Driver® Compatible with IBM RS/6000 servers and IBM RANS – 128 Users Point to Point Links up to 2.5 Km. Each Link consists of one 2129 “master” and one 2129 “slave” Bit-Driver Units require S.I. Tech #7129 master/slave cables Master or Slave Switch Selectable RS-485, 9 wire port operating at 1.2 Mbps Receive Data, Transmit Data, Master, and Slave LED Indicators RS-485 IBM RS/6000 Protocol Multimode or Single mode 8 Note: Most IBM systems support Ethernet LAN, See LAN section for appropriate...

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-10

Model 2129 Master/Slave Mini Bit-Driver Pair Features: • Custom designed for IBM RS/6000 Unit connected to an IBM or Async concentrator (RS-485 to RS-232 Cluster controller-128 users) • Point to Point Links up to 2.5 Km • Link consists of one 2129 "Master" Bit-Driver and one 2129 "Slave" Bit-Driver • Use 7129 Master/Slave cables MINI BIT-DRIVER MODEL 2129 RX TX MASTER SLAVE DB-9F RS - 485 9 PIN CONNECTOR - FEMALE PINS UTILIZED BY 2129 MINI BIT - DRIVER Operation Mode: Synchronous, half or full duplex Input/Output Interface: RS-485, DB-9F, 9 wire port operating at 1.2 Mbps Transmission Line Interface:...

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-11

Model 2836 Twinax to Fiber Optic Bit-Driver - IBM Systems 3/X & AS/400 The S.I.Tech 2836 Bit-Driver is designed to work with IBM 3/X & AS/400 systems using twinax cable. Model 2836 Bit-Driver is a twinax to fiber optic transmitter/receiver full duplex product implementing IBM Protocol. Normal operating data rate is 1 Mbps. This fiber optic Bit-Driver product eliminates many disadvantages of twinax, especially EMI/RFI, ground loops (electrical isolation with fiber), high attenuation (high signal loss), limiting distance between nodes of system (5000 feet max. twinax), and potential lightning damage...

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Fiber Solutions for IBM Systems-12

Model 2870 Coax to Fiber Optic Bit - Driver The S.I.Tech 2870 Bit-Driver is designed to work with 93 ohm coaxial cable (RG 62/U type) used by IBM in SNA environment. It is a ideally suited to replace coaxial cable between IBM 3274 and 3276 controllers and 3278 terminals. It can also be used between IBM 3299 multiplexer and remote multiplexer. The normal operating data rate is 2.35 Mbps. S.I.Tech Bit-Driver Synchronous Optical This fiber optic Bit-Driver product eliminates many disadvantages of coax, especially EMI/RFI, high attenuation (high signal loss), limiting distance between workstations...

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