ADAM-6521 Series

Industrial Switches with 4

10/100 Mbps Ethernet Ports
and 1 Fiber Port

User Manual
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This Manual Covers the Following Models

• ADAM-6521
• ADAM-6521S
• ADAM-6521/ST

Part No.2003652104 5th Edition

Printed in Taiwan March 2006
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returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for war-
ranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and
ship it prepaid to your dealer.

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 CE
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when shielded cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the
use of shielded cables. This kind of cable is available from Advantech.
Please contact your local supplier for ordering information.

FCC Class A
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-
ment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera-
tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful inter-
ference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.

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 Contents
Chapter 1 Overview .......................................................... 2
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 2
1.2 Features ............................................................................. 3
1.3 Specifications .................................................................... 4
1.4 Ordering Information ........................................................ 5
Chapter 2 Installation ....................................................... 8
2.1 LED Indicators .................................................................. 8
Table 2.1:LED Indicator Legend ................................... 8
2.2 Dimensions (units:mm) ................................................... 9
Figure 2.1:Bottom .......................................................... 9
Figure 2.2:Top ............................................................... 9
Figure 2.3:Front ............................................................. 9
2.3 Mounting the Module...................................................... 10
2.3.1 Choosing a Mounting Method ..................................... 10
Figure 2.4:Wall Mounting ........................................... 10
Figure 2.5:Attaching DIN Rail Bracket ....................... 11
Figure 2.6:Piggyback Stacking .................................... 11
2.4 Connections..................................................................... 12
2.4.1 Connection to the Devices ........................................... 12
2.4.2 Connection to Other Hubs or Switches ........................ 12
2.4.3 Connection to a Fiber Network .................................... 12
2.4.4 Power Connection ........................................................ 13
Figure 2.7:Power Wiring ............................................. 13

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CHAPTER
2

Overview
This chapter gives an overview of
ADAM-6521 modules.
Sections include:

• Introduction
• Features
• Specifications
• Ordering Information
Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction

The ADAM-6521 series consists of industrial-grade 10/100 Mbps Ether-

net switches with fiber ports that make it possible to expand industrial
networks fast and cost-effectively. In addition to four 10/100 Mbps Ether-
net ports with RJ-45 connector, ADAM-6521 also provide one multi-
mode fiber optic port, while ADAM-6521S provides one single-mode
fiber optic port with a SC-type connector. Using fiber optics, you can pre-
vent noise from interfering with your system and support high-speed (100
Mbps) and long-distance (ADAM-6521: 2km; ADAM-6521/ST: 2km;
ADAM-6521S: 15km) transmissions.

ADAM-6521 modules can accept a input voltage range from +10 to 30

VDC to the terminal block. In addition, the operating temperature is from
-10 to 65° C. The above functions make the ADAM-6521 modules more
stable and reliable, so they are especially suitable for industrial environ-
ments that require Ethernet networking, such as: semiconductor factories,
warehouses, industrial conveyer systems and more.

High-Speed Transmission
ADAM-6521 modules have a switch controller that can automatically
sense transmission speeds (10/100 Mbps). The RJ-45 interface can also
be auto-detected, so MDI or MDI-X is automatically selected and a cross-
over cable is not required. All ports have memory buffers that support the
store-and-forward mechanism. This assures that data is properly transmit-
ted.

Flexible Mounting
Due to its versatility and innovative design, ADAM-6521 modules can be
fixed in three ways: DIN rail, panel and piggyback mounting.

Advanced Protection for Power line

The power line of ADAM-6521 modules supports up to 3000 VDC surge
protection (EFT), which secure equipment against unregulated voltage
and make systems safer and more reliable.

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 Easy Troubleshooting
There are 6 LED indicators supplied that aid troubleshooting for ADAM-
6521 modules. Each port has a pair of LEDs to indicate link status and
port activity. This makes it easy to monitor collisions, link status, power
failure and data reception for on-site diagnostics.

1.2 Features

• Provides 4 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports with RJ-45 connector

• Provides 1 x 100 Mbps multi/single-mode fiber port with SC/ST
connector
• Supports full/half duplex flow control
• Supports MDI/MDI-X auto crossover
• Provides broadcast storm protection
• Embedded with a switch controller, supports auto-negotiation
• Embedded with the memory buffer, supports store-and-forward trans-
mission
• Supports +10 ~ 30 VDC voltage
• Provides surge protection (EFT) 3000 VDC for power line
• Supports ESD protection 4000 VDC for Ethernet Ports
• Provides flexible mountings: DIN rail, stack, panel mounting
• Supports operating temperature: -10 ~ 65° C
• 64 KB of SRAM on chip for frame buffering
• Integrated address Look-Up Engine, supports 1K absolute MAC
addresses

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1.3 Specifications

Communications
Standard IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, 802.3x
LAN 10/100Base-T, 100Base-FX
Transmission Distance Ethernet: 100 m
Fiber: ADAM-6521: 2 km
ADAM-6521/ST: 2km
ADAM-6521S: 15 km
Transmission Speed Ethernet: up to 100 Mbps
Fiber: 100 Mbps

Interface
Connectors 4 x RJ-45, 1 x SC type fiber connector
(ADAM-6521, ADAM-6521S) or 1 x ST
type fiber connector (ADAM-6521/ST)
LED Indicators Power, Link (100Base-FX),
100/10M (Ethernet)

Power
Power Connectors 2-pin removable screw terminal
Power Consumption ADAM-6521: Max. 3 W
ADAM-6521/ST: Max. 3 W
ADAM-6521S: Max. 4 W
Power Input Unregulated 10 ~ 30 VDC

Mechanism
Dimensions (W x H x D) 70 x 112 x 27 mm
Enclosure IP30, ABS+PC with solid mounting kits
Mounting DIN 35 rail, stack, wall

Protection
ESD Protection 4,000 VDC (Ethernet)
Surge Protection (EFT) 3000 VDC (Power)

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 Environment
Operating Temperature -10~65°C (14~149°F),
Stack : -10~60°C (14~140°F)
Storage Temperature -20~80° C (-4~176°F)
Operating Humidity 20 ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity 0 ~ 95% (non-condensing)
MTBF 1,150,000 hrs

Certifications
Safety UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60950
EMC U.S.A.: FCC Part 15 CISPR 22
EU: EN55011, EN55022 Class A,
EN61000-3-2/3, EN55024
IEC61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/8/11

1.4 Ordering Information

• ADAM-6521
Industrial Switch with 4 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Ports & 1 Multi-mode
SC Type Fiber Optic Port
• ADAM-6521/ST
Industrial Switch with 4 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Ports & 1 Multi-mode
ST Type Fiber Optic Port
• ADAM-6521S
Industrial Switch with 4 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Ports & 1 Single-mode
SC Type Fiber Optic Port

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CHAPTER
2

Installation
In this chapter, you will be given an
overview of the ADAM-6521 series
hardware installation procedure.
Sections include:

• LED Indicators
• Dimensions
• Mounting the Module
• Connections
Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 LED Indicators

There are six network status LEDs located on the top panel of the
ADAM-6521 modules. Their meaning is displayed in Table 2.1
below.

Table 2.1: LED Indicator Legend

LED Indicator Color Status Description
Power Green On Power is on
Green Off Power is off
Link (100BASE-FX) Green/ On Connected to network
Orange
Green/ Flashing Networking is active
Orange
Green/ Off Not connected to network
Orange
100/10M Green On Connected to network
(Ports 1 to 4) (Link)
Green Flashing Networking is active
(Link)
Green Off Not connected to network
(Link)
Orange On Link to 100 Mbps network
(Speed)
Orange Off Link to 10 Mbps network
(Speed)

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2.2 Dimensions (units:mm)

Figure 2.1: Bottom

Figure 2.2: Top

Figure 2.3: Front

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2.3 Mounting the Module

2.3.1 Choosing a Mounting Method

Due to its versatile and innovative design, the ADAM-6521 modules can
be:
• Fixed to a wall
• Fixed to a DIN Rail
• Piggyback Stacked

Panel Mounting
ADAM-6521 modules can be attached to a wall using the included brack-
ets. Each bracket comes with four screws; first attach the bracket to the
bottom of the ADAM-6521 module. Next, screw the bracket to the wall.

Figure 2.4: Wall Mounting

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DIN-rail Mounting
You can mount ADAM-6521 modules on a standard 35 mm DIN-rail.
First, use two screws to attach the DIN-rail bracket to the ADAM mod-
ule. Because ADAM-6521 modules use special hex head slotted shoulder
screws, the tops of the screws will be even with the front of the module.
Snap the module onto the DIN-rail.

Figure 2.5: Attaching DIN Rail Bracket

Piggyback Stack
Several ADAM-6521modules can be stacked as seen in the figure below.

Figure 2.6: Piggyback Stacking

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2.4 Connections

2.4.1 Connection to the Devices

ADAM-6521 modules have one fiber and four RJ-45 ports. Each of the
switch's twisted-pair ports can be used to connect a station or other
devices. Use a straight-through twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors
on both ends. The twisted-pair cable extended from a twisted-pair port is
called a “twisted-pair segment,” and it can be up to 100 meters long. You
can connect any RJ-45 (MDI-X) station port on the switch to any device
that uses a standard network interface such as a workstation or server.

2.4.2 Connection to Other Hubs or Switches

ADAM-6521 modules have four RJ-45 ports that support connection to
10Mbps Ethernet or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet, and half or full-duplex oper-
ation. ADAM-6521 modules can be connected to other hubs or switches
via a two-pair straight-through cable or crossover cable. The connection
can be made from any port on ADAM-6521 modules (MDI-X) to other
hubs or switches either by either an MDI-X port or uplink MDI port.
ADAM-6521 modules support auto crossover to make networking easier
and more flexible. You can connect any RJ-45 (MDI-X) station port on
the switch to any device such as a switch or a bridge or router .

2.4.3 Connection to a Fiber Network

Connect to a fiber network segment with a two strand fiber. All you need
to remember is to connect the Tx (transmit) port of device I to the Rx
(receive) port of device II, and the Rx (receive) port of device I to the Tx
(transmit) port of device II.
With fiber optic transmissions you can reach speeds up to 100 Mbps, you
can block all noise interference from the system, and the transmission dis-
tance goes up to 2km for multi-mode fiber, or 15km for single-mode
fiber.

Note Please use the dust cover that was shipped

with your ADAM-6521 modules on the fiber-optic
port if it is not being used.

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2.4.4 Power Connection
You should take the following steps to connect ADAM-6521 modules to
a power supply.
1. Connect the power cable to a 2-pin connector.
2. Connect the power cable to a power adapter.

Figure 2.7: Power Wiring

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