C8-1G
High Density Gigabit Ethernet TAPCUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION
To order or for technical information support:
Phone: +31 (0) 40 782 0880
Mail order: Profitap HQ B.V.
High Tech Campus 845656AG Eindhoven - The Netherlands
Website: www.profitap.com
E-mail: info@profitap.com

This package includes:
1 x C8-1G main unit
2 x C13 power cord••IndexPage

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General information

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2.

Functional description

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2.1 Interface connectors

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2.2 LEDs: Speed/Link/Activity

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2.3 Power

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2.4 Power failure

43.

Installation

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4.

Technical specifications

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Safety7

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1. General information
The C8-1G seamlessly duplicates all in-line
10/100/1000BASE-T traffic at wire speed. It monitors all 7 OSIlayers, and mirrors packets of all sizes and types, low-level
errors, and VLAN traffic.

The C8-1G is non-intrusive, has no IP address, and isolatesmonitoring devices from the network. Once in place, it allows
monitoring devices to be connected and disconnected at will,with no impact to the network link.
The C8-1G features redundant PSUs, allowing a second
power supply to activate in case the first power line were tofail. In case of complete power failure, the C8-1G ensures thatthe network link remains operational by instantly switching toa fully passive mode.

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2. Functional description
2.1 Interface connectors
C8-1G features a total of 32 RJ45 ports, for 8 individual TAP
points. TAP points are numbered from 1 to 8.
Each TAP point consists of 4 ports. Network ports Net A andNet B are connected in-line to the network. Monitor ports
Tap A and Tap B are connected to the analyzer.
2.2 LEDs: Speed/Link/Activity
LEDs indicate Speed, Activity and Link for each of the 32
ports. Speed LEDs light up when a link is detected on theport, and blink when a signal is detected.

2.3 Power
C8-1G features two C14 inlets at the back of the unit. Each
inlet corresponds to one 100–240 VAC PSU. Connect apower line to one inlet for normal operation. To make use of
the C8-1G’s redundant powering feature, connect each inlet
to a separate power line. Redundant powering ensuresmaximum uptime of the unit. Two LEDs show the presence ofpower.
2.4 Power failure
When both PSUs are unpowered, all Net (Network) ports are
switched a fully passive mode, and all Tap (Monitor) ports are
disabled. This ensures a permanent network link at all times.

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3. Installation

1. Before powering the C8-1G unit: connect one side of thenetwork link to Net A, and the other to Net B. Power bothnetwork devices before powering the TAP.
Note: A powered TAP will always correct a wrong cable setup.

Connect the network using category 5e UTP cables.
In case of 10/100M network hardware which does not support
auto-crossover:• If the network devices are of a different type (1 DTE and1 DCE), use 2 straight cables.
• If both network devices are of the same type (both DTE orboth DCE), use 1 straight and 1 crossover cable.

Connected network devices should show Link (or Activity). If
there is no Link, change one of the cables to one of an
opposite type.

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2. Power the TAP by connecting either PSU 1 or PSU 2 to apower line. For redundant powering, connect both PSU 1 andPSU 2, to separate power lines. Use the supplied C13 powercords to connect to the C14 inlets at the back of the unit.
Safety notes:• Use only power cords and power outlets with properearthing connection.
• The power outlets shall be kept easily accessible afterinstallation.
The Power 1 and Power 2 LEDs indicate power to PSU 1 andPSU 2 respectively.
After negotiation of the highest mutual speed, the ports LEDs
indicate the network speed:• Left LED for a 10M connection• Right LED for a 100M connection• Both LEDs for a 1G connection
Fast blinking LEDs on Net A and Net B indicate networkactivity.
3. Connect the monitor ports, Tap A and Tap B, to theanalyzer, using straight or crossover category 5e cables.

The monitor ports operate at the same speed as the network
ports. The monitor ports’ LEDs light up when a link is found.
Network traffic received by Net A will be mirrored to Tap A,and network traffic received by Net B will be mirrored toTap B.
The maximum distance between any of the connected
devices is 100 meters.

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Connectors

32 x RJ45, 8-pin, gold plated

LEDs

64 x Link/Activity/Speed
2 x Power

Power supplies

2 x 100–240 VAC stabilized, 50–60Hz, 50W

Power consumption

50W

MTBF

150,000 hours

Enclosure

Steel and aluminum, structured black ovenpaintedDimensions (WxDxH)

440 x 260 x 44 mm
17.3 x 10.2 x 1.7 inWeight

3.6 kg7.94 lb

Operating temperature

0°C to 50°C

Storage temperature-20°C to 70°C

Humidity

10 to 90%, non-condensing

Certifications

RoHS — CE — FCC class A
IEEE 802.3 — UL 62368-1

5. Safety• This equipment is not suitable for use in locations wherechildren are likely to be present.

• This device features more than one power supply

unit. Disconnect ALL power cords before servicing thedevice, to avoid any risk of electrical shock.

• Do not push or force any objects through any opening in thechassis frame, as it could result in electrical shock orfire.
• Avoid spilling liquid onto the device, as it could cause
electrical shocks or damage the device.

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Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect
to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties
of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The
manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to makechanges in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer tonotify any person of such revision or changes.

Warranty and Liability

Profitap warrants that this product is free from defects in material andworkmanship at time of shipment. The warranty period is 2 years fromthe date of purchase. The standard 2 year warranty period may beextended at the time of order. Profitap assumes no liability for productsthat have been subjected to abuse, modification, misuse, or if the modelor serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed.
Profitap is not liable under any contract, negligence, strict liability orother legal or equitable theory for any loss of use of the product,
inconvenience or damages of any character, whether direct, special,incidental or consequential (including, but not limited to, damages forloss of goodwill, loss of revenue or profit, work stoppage or malfunction)

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