SFP+ Transceivers
User’s Guide
Version 1.00
03/2012
Use a transceiver module for connection
to a remote device. The SFP+ (SFP
Plus) is an enhanced version of the SFP
and supports data rates of 10 Gbps. The
SFP+ transceiver modules are hot
swappable. This means that you can
install and remove a module while your
device is operating. The SFP+ modules
provide duplex single-mode or multi-
mode connections.
The SFP+ module uses LC-type
connectors.
Read the following guidelines before
installing and using an SFP+ module.
Handling Warning
SFP+ modules are static sensitive. To
prevent damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD), it is recommended you
attach an ESD preventive wrist strap to
your wrist and to a bare metal surface
when you install or remove an SFP+
module.
SFP+ modules are dust sensitive. When
not in use, always keep the dust plug on.
Avoid getting dust and other
contaminant into the optical bores, as
the optics do not work correctly when
obstructed with dust.
Safety Warning
Fiber-optic SFP+ modules are equipped
with a Class 1 laser, which emits
invisible radiation. Read the following
safety warnings carefully.
• To avoid possible eye injury, do not
look into an operating fiber-optic
module’s connectors.
• Laser radiation is present when the
device or system is powered up.
• Only trained and qualified personnel
should be allowed to install or replace
these modules.
Environmental Warnings
Dispose of your fiber-optic module
according to all national laws and
regulations.
This section describes how you install
and remove a SPF+ module.
Installing an SFP+ Module
Follow the steps below to install an
SFP+ module.
1 Attach an ESD preventive wrist
strap to your wrist and to a bare
metal surface.
2 Remove the SFP+ module from its
protective packaging.
3 Locate the transmit (Tx) and the
receive (Rx) markings on the SFP+
module.
4 Align the SFP+ module in front of
the slot opening on a device.
5 Insert the SFP+ module into the slot
until the SFP+ module snaps into
place
.
Connecting a Fiber-optic Cable
Follow the steps described to connect a
fiber-optic cable to the SFP+ module.
1 Remove the dust plugs from the
SFP+ module and the cables.
2 Identify the signal transmission
direction of the fiber-optic cable and
the SFP+ module. Insert one end of
the fiber-optic cable into the SFP+
module.
3 Insert the other end of the fiber-
optic cable into a remote device.
Refer to the user’s guide that comes
with your device for SFP+ module slot
status.
Removing an SFP+ Module
Follow the steps below to remove an
SFP+ module.
1 Attach an ESD preventive wrist
strap to your wrist and to a bare
metal surface on the chassis.
2 Disconnect all fiber-optic cables
from the SFP+ module.
3 Insert the dust plug into the ports on
the SFP+ module.
4 Pull out the latch and down to
unlock the SFP+ module.
5 Using your thumb and index finger,
grasp the tabs on both sides of the
module and carefully slide it out of
the slot.
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Introduction
Handling, Safety and
Environmental Guidelines
Note:
Class 1 Laser Product.
Appareil A` Laser De Classe 1
Laser Produkt Der Klasse 1.
Installing and Removing an
SFP+ Module
Note:
Disconnect all fiber-optic cables
from an SFP+ module before installing
or removing it.
Do NOT remove and install an SFP+
module more often than is absolutely
necessary. Doing so may shorten the
useful life of the SFP+ module.
Note:
SFP+ module installation
orientation varies depending on your
device. Your SFP+ module comes with a
mechanism that prevents incorrect
insertion. Do NOT force or twist the
SFP+ module into a slot. Do NOT insert
the SFP+ module into a 1-Gigabit SFP
slot.
Note:
Do NOT force or twist the module
out of a slot.
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