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7. Install a new fiber optic module in the port. For information about performing this
task, see “Installing a new fiber optic module.”
Installing a new fiber optic module
You must install a fiber optic module (SFP or XFP transceiver) in each gigabit
Ethernet and 10-gigabit Ethernet fiber port you want to use.
You can install a new fiber optic module in a port while the device is powered on
and running.
Before installing one of these modules into the port, obtain an ESD wrist strap with
a plug for connection to a metal surface.
CAUTION:
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a series 1 meg ohm
resistor.
To install a fiber optic module, do the following:
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by attaching the clip end to a
metal surface (such as an equipment rack) to act as ground.
2. Remove the new module from its protective packaging.
3. Gently insert the fiber optic module into the port until the module clicks into
place. The module is keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
Cabling a fiber optic module
To cable a fiber optic module, do the following:
1. Remove the protective covering from the fiber-optic port connectors and store
the covering for future use.
2. Before cabling a fiber optic module, IBM strongly recommends cleaning the
cable connectors and the port connectors. See “Cleaning the fiber optic
connectors.”
3. Gently insert the cable connector(s) (a tab on each connector should face
upward) into the port connector(s) until the tabs lock into place.
4. Observe the link and active LEDs to determine if the network connections are
functioning properly.
CAUTION:
The intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly is suitable for
connection to intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The
intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly MUST NOT be
metallically connected to interfaces that connect to the OSP or its wiring.
These interfaces are designed for use as intra-building interfaces only
(Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE, Issue 4) and
require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of Primary
Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces
metallically to OSP wiring.
Cleaning the fiber optic connectors
To avoid problems with the connection between the fiber optic module (SFP or
XFP) and the fiber cable connectors, IBM recommends that you clean both
connectors each time you disconnect and reconnect them. In particular, dust can
accumulate in the connectors and cause problems such as reducing the optic
launch power.
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