Lenovo RackSwitch G8332, Installation Manual

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G8332 Installation Guide
Installing Port Transceivers
The G8332 supports copper and optical transceivers.
To install a supported transceiver, see the following sections:
 “Installing an SFP Copper Transceiver” on page 52
 “Installing an SFP Optical Transceiver” on page 53
 “Installing an SFP+ Optical Transceiver” on page 55
 “Installing a QSFP+ Optical Transceiver” on page 57
Installing an SFP Copper Transceiver
Approved 1 GbE SFP copper transceivers are supported in some breakout adapters
that can be installed in QSFP+ port slots. The SFP copper transceiver provides an
RJ ‐ 45 connector that accepts a standard 10/100/1000BASE ‐ T (Category 5) cable.
To install an SFP copper transceiver in an SFP+ port slot on an installed QSFP+
breakout adapter, complete the following steps.
Note: To avoid damage to the cable or the SFP transceiver, do not connect the cable
before you install the transceiver.
1. Remove the safety cap and pull the locking lever into the down (unlocked)
position.
2. Insert the transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place. Use minimal pressure
when you insert the transceiver. Do not use excessive force when you insert the
transceiver or you might damage the transceiver or the slot.
The transceiver has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the
transceiver in an incorrect orientation.
3. Pull up the locking lever to lock the transceiver into place.
4. Connect the cable following the “Cabling Guidelines” on page 37 .
To remove an SFP copper transceiver, disconnect the cable, and pull down the
locking lever to release the transceiver. After you remove the transceiver, replace
the safety cap.