RackSwitch G8264 Installation
BPP-00039-00 rev 2, January 2011
Chapter 2: Installing the RackSwitch G8264
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QSFP+ Optical Transceiver
The QSFP+ ports accept approved QSFP+ transceivers. The QSFP+ optical transceiver provides an
MTP cable connector for connecting to external ports.
Perform the following steps to install a QSFP+ optical transceiver into a QSFP+ port.
Note –
To avoid damage to the cable or the 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 QSFP+ 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 QSFP+ 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 connector end faces before making any connections.
