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SFP Transceivers
6. Verify that the
transceiver
is latched correctly by grasping
the sides of the
transceiver
and trying to pull it out
without lowering the
extraction lever
.
If the
transceiver
cannot be removed, it is installed and
latched correctly.
If the
transceiver
can be removed, reinsert it and press
harder with your thumb.
If necessary, repeat this process until the
transceiver
is
securely latched into the
cage socket
.
To remove the SFP transceivers
1. Ensure that you are properly grounded.
2. If applicable, disconnect the
fiber-optic cable
from the
transceiver connector
and install a clean
dust plug
in the
transceiver’s optical bores
.
3. Pull the
extraction lever
out and down to eject the
transceiver
. If you are unable to use your finger to open
the
lever
, use a
small flat-head screwdriver
or other
similar tool to open the
lever
.
4. Hold the sides of the
transceiver
and carefully pull it away
from the
cage socket
.
5. Replace the
cap
on the
SFP cage socket
and place the
removed
SFP transceiver
into an
antistatic bag
.
To install the SFP transceivers
1. Ensure that you are properly grounded.
2. Remove the
caps
from the
SFP cage sockets
on the
front panel of the unit.
3. Position the
SFP transceiver
in front of the
cage socket
opening
and ensure that the transceiver is correctly
oriented. When the
transceiver
is correctly oriented, the
extraction lever
will be level with the
socket latch
.
Note:
SFP cage socket orientation may vary. Ensure that
the SFP transceiver module is correctly oriented each
time that you are inserting a transceiver.
4. Hold the sides of the
SFP transceiver
and slide it into the
cage socket
until it clicks into place.
5. Press the
transceiver
firmly into the
cage socket
with
your thumb.
Caution:
SFP
transceivers are
static sensitive
devices. Use
an ESD wrist
strap or similar
grounding device
when handling
transceivers.
Do not force the
SFP transceivers
into the cage slots.
If the transceiver
does not easily
slide in and click
into place, it may
not be aligned
correctly or may
be upside down.
If this happens,
remove the SFP
transceiver, realign
it or rotate it and
slide it in again.
Note:
Installing
and removing
SFP transceivers
can shorten their
useful life. Do not
install or remove
transceivers more
than is necessary.
Caution:
Do not
install or remove
SFP transceivers
while fiber-optic
cables are still
attached. This can
cause damage
to the cables,
cable connectors,
and the optical
interfaces. It may
also prevent the
transceiver from
latching correctly
into the socket
connector.
Note:
Follow
proper fiber-
optic handling
procedures when
installing and
removing
SFP transceivers
to ensure the
devices remain
clean and are not
damaged.
SFP Cage Sockets
Socket Latch
Transmit Optical Bore
Extraction Lever
Receive Optical Bore
