Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12, Installation Manual

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Connecting Cables
These topics provide cabling information and describe how to cable the switch.
Description Links
Understand cable requirements. ■ “Chassis Cable Requirements” on page 51
■ “I/O Module Cable Requirements” on page 52
Identify cable differences. “Standard MT and PrizmMT Cables” on page 53
Heed cable precautions. “General Cable Precautions” on page 56
If necessary, assemble the optical data cables. ■ “(Optional) Assemble the QSFP Cables” on page 58
■ “(Optional) Assemble the SFP+ Cables” on page 60
Route the data cables. “Route the Cables” on page 62
Connect the data cables. ■ “Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables” on page 63
■ “Connect the PrizmMT Cables” on page 66
■ “Connect the QSFP Cables” on page 69
■ “Connect the LC Cables” on page 71
Secure the cables to the management comb. “Secure Cables to the Cable Management
Comb” on page 73
Related Information
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“Understanding the Switch” on page 11
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“Confirming Specifications” on page 17
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“Preparing for Installation” on page 23
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“Installing the Switch” on page 29
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“Powering On the Switch” on page 75
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“Verifying Functionality” on page 89
Chassis Cable Requirements
Minimal functionality of the switch requires this cabling:
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