Network Interface (NI) Modules
GNI Modules
OmniSwitch 7700/7800 Hardware Users Guide
April 2005
page 5-13
Installing GBIC Connectors
If you are installing a Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface (GNI) module, you must install Gigabit Inter-
face Converters (GBICs) as required. GNI modules provide ports for up to two GBICs. These GBICs are
packaged separately.
To install a GBIC follow the steps below.
1
Be sure you have eliminated ESD by using the provided grounding wrist strap. Refer to
Grounding Wrist Strap and Chassis Grounding Lug” on page 5-24
for more information.
2
Note that there is an alignment groove used to keep the GBIC from being installed backwards or
upside-down. Orient the GBIC with the slot located on the GNI module and carefully slide the GBIC into
place until the tabs lock.
Caution.
Do not force the GBIC into the slot. If the GBIC does not slide easily into position, verify that
the GBIC grooves are aligned properly. Forcing the GBIC into the slot can damage the unit, as well as
components on your GNI module.
To remove module, press and hold tabs
while sliding module out of the slot.
Press tab
Press tab
Cover
GBIC Module
GBIC Slot
Interface Module
To install GBIC module,
insert module firmly into
slot until tabs click.
Groove
