LPe15004, LPe16004, and LPe16000B-series HBA Installation Manual
P008875-02A Rev. A
2. Installation
Preparing the HBA for Installation
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2. Installation
The standard HBAs can be connected to fiber optic cables.
Preparing the HBA for Installation
The Emulex LPe16004, LPe16000B, and LPe16002B HBAs use removable optical
transceivers. If you need to change the bracket for an HBA installation, you must first
remove the optical transceiver(s), if installed, from the housing (cage). This procedure
explains how to remove the transceiver and bracket safely.
Note:
The LPe15004 HBA comes with a low–profile PCIe bracket installed.The
low–profile mounting bracket is shorter than the standard bracket;
approximately 3.11 inches (7.9 cm) compared to 4.75 inches (12.06 cm) long.
Note:
On the LPe15004 HBA, you can remove and change the bracket but you
cannot remove the optical transceiver.
Note:
The LPe16004, LPe16000B, and LPe16002B HBAs come with a standard
full–height PCIe bracket installed.
To change the bracket:
1. Some HBAs have optical transceivers embedded in their cage assemblies. These
optical transceivers must be removed before the bracket can be removed. If the
HBA contains optical transceivers, continue with the following steps; otherwise,
proceed to step 4.
Caution:
This is a delicate operation. Take care not to damage the optical
transceiver.
The HBA uses different types of optical transceivers. Figure 2-1 shows an example
of one type with the bail (handle) extended.
Figure 2-1
Typical Optical Transceiver
2. To remove a transceiver, pull the bail (handle) out and down to release the latch
and gently pull the transceiver out. Do not force it. After the latch is released, the
transceiver slides out easily.
