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ATCA-F140 Series Installation and Use (6806800M67S)
Hardware Preparation and Installation
Hardware Preparation and Installation
2.9
Installing and Removing QSFP+ Modules
This section describes the installation and removal process of the Quad Small Form-factor
Pluggable Plus (QSFP+) transceiver modules.
2.9.1
Installing QSFP+ Transceiver Modules
Installation Procedure
Before proceeding wit h the installation, make sure that you are working in an ESD-safe
environment or wearing an ESD wrist strap or ESD shoes.
1.
Remove the QSFP+ transceiver module from its protective packaging. Make sure that
it is the correct model and build for your system.
2.
If you are using an optical QSFP+ transceiver, remove the optical bore dust plug and
set it aside.
3.
Align the QSFP+ transceiver to the front of the module’s transceiver socket opening.
Slide it carefully into the socket until the QSFP+ transceiver connects with the socket
electrical connector.
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For QSFP+ transceivers with a bail-clasp latch, keep it aligned in a vertical position.
Eye Damage
Optical QSFP+ modules may emit laser radiation when no cable is connected.
Avoid staring into open apertures to avoid damage to your eyes.
Personal Injury and Damage of the Blade, RTM and QSFP+ Modules
Installing and using QSFP+ modules which are not fully certified and which do not
meet all relevant safety standards may damage the blade, RTM and the QSFP+
modules and may lead to personal injury.
Only use and install QSFP+ modules which are fully certified and which meet all
relevant safety standards.
Personal Injury
Optical QSFP+ modules may be classified as laser products. When installing and
using any of these QSFP+ modules, the regulations which correspond to the
respective laser class apply to the whole blade and RTM. Non-compliance with these
regulations may lead to personal injury.
When installing and using optical QSFP+ modules which are classified as laser
products, make sure to comply to the respective regulations.
The maximum power consumption of each QSFP+ module should be 2W.
