Chapter 3 Connecting the Cisco ONS 15540 ESPx
Connecting Transponder Modules
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To cable the SM and MM transponder module client equipment, follow these
steps:
Step 1
Place the cable connector in front of the connection point on the transponder
module faceplate. Each transponder module supports at least one transmit and one
receive connector to create an optical carrier port.
Step 2
Align the keyed ridge of the cable connector with the receiving slot on the
faceplate connection point.
Step 3
Gently push the cable connector into the faceplate connection point until the
connector snaps into place.
Step 4
Route the fiber cables down through the cable management tray and out of the
right side of the shelf assembly. (See