Transition Networks
N-TGE-SFP-01 User Guide
33623 Rev. B
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SFP/SFP+ Optical Modules
SFP+ transceiver modules can be used to connect fiber optic cables to the NIC card, greatly increasing
the cable reach. Note that the NIC cards are shipped without SFP modules.
Inserting the SFP/SFP+ Module
To insert the module into the cage:
1.
Open the module’s locking mechanism.
2. Make sure that the male connectors on the module will align with the female connectors inside of
the cage. Also check that there is no dirt or foreign matter in the module or in the cage.
3. Insert the module into the adapter card module cage.
4. Close the locking mechanism.
Note
: If you insert a 1G SFP module in the NIC, you must also use a 1G SFP at the connected
equipment. If you insert a 10G SFP module in the NIC, you must also use a 10G SFP at the connected
equipment.
To remove the module from the cage:
1. Unlock the locking mechanism by opening the handle.
2. Pull the module out of the cage.
3. LED Indicators
The NIC has two LEDs located on the bracket.
The green LED, when lit, indicates that the driver is running and a valid physical
connection between nodes exists. If the green LED is blinking, it indicates a problem
with the physical link.
The yellow LED when lit, indicates a valid data activity link; this is the logical link.
The yellow LED lights when the network is discovered over the physical link.
A valid data activity link without data transfer is designated by a constant yellow LED
indication.
A valid data activity link with data transfer is designated by a blinking yellow LED
indication.
If the LEDs are not active, either the physical link or the logical link (or both)
connections have not been established.
LED
Color
Function
Port 1 LINK
Green
Physical Link; Constant on indicates a good physical link.
Blinking indicates a problem with the Physical link.
Port 1 ACT
Amber
Data Activity; Blinking indicates Data Transfer.
Constant on indicates no Data Transfer.
Port 2 LINK
Green
Physical Link; Constant on indicates a good physical link.
Blinking indicates a problem with the Physical link.
Port 2 ACT
Amber
Data Activity; Blinking indicates Data Transfer.
Constant on indicates no Data Transfer.
