Installing a Cable into an SFP Transceiver
To prevent possible damage to the cable or transceiver, install the transceiver in the port before installing the
cable in the transceiver.
Caution
To install a cable into a transceiver, follow these steps:
Step 1
Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2
Remove the dust cover from the connector on the cable.
Step 3
Remove the dust plug from the cable-end of the transceiver.
Step 4
Align the cable connector with the transceiver and insert the connector into the transceiver until it clicks into place.
Figure 1: Connecting the LC-Type Cable to a Fibre Channel Port
If the cable does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented before continuing.
Caution
For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the
Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration Guide
and the
Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide
.
Removing a Cable from an SFP Transceiver
• When pulling a cable from a transceiver, grip the body of the connector. Do not pull on the jacket sleeve
because this can compromise the fiber optic termination in the connector.
• If the cable does not remove easily, ensure that any latch present on the cable has been released before
continuing.
Caution
To remove the cable, follow these steps:
Connecting the Cisco MDS 9132T Switch
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Connecting the Cisco MDS 9132T Switch
Installing a Cable into an SFP Transceiver
