RackSwitch G8264 Installation
BPP-00039-00 rev 2, January 2011
Chapter 2: Installing the RackSwitch G8264
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SFP Optical Transceiver
The SFP optical transceiver provides two fiber-optic cable connectors for connecting to external
ports.
Perform the following steps to install an SFP optical transceiver into a 1Gbps SFP slot on the G8264
switch unit.
Note –
To avoid damage to the cable or the SFP transceiver, do not connect the fiber-optic cable
before you install the transceiver.
1.
Remove the safety cap and pull the locking lever into the down (unlocked) position.
2.
Insert the transceiver into the port until it clicks into place. Use minimal pressure
when you insert the transceiver into the slot. Do not use excessive force when you insert the
transceiver; you can damage the transceiver or the SFP slot.
The transceiver has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the transceiver
incorrectly.
3.
Pull up the locking lever to lock the transceiver into place.
4.
Connect the fiber-optic cable.
To remove a SFP optical transceiver, disconnect the fiber-optic cable, and pull down the locking
lever to release the transceiver. After you remove the transceiver, replace the safety cap.
Caution—
Class 1 Laser Product
Do not look directly into a fiber-optic transceiver or into the ends of fiber-optic cables.
Fiber-optic transceivers and fiber-optic cable connected to a transceiver emit laser light that can
damage your eyes.
Do not leave a fiber-optic transceiver uncovered except when inserting or removing cable.
The safety cap keeps the port clean and prevents accidental exposure to laser light.
Always inspect and clean the LC connector end faces before making any connections.
