Use only supported genuine Aruba SFP/SFP+ transceivers with your switch. Non-Aruba SFP/SFP+
transceivers are not supported, and their use may result in product malfunction. Should you require
additional transceivers, contact your Aruba sales representative or an authorized reseller.
Installing the transceivers
Hold the transceiver by its sides and gently insert it into either of the slots on the switch until it clicks into place.
When a transceiver is inserted, the switch authenticates it. This can take 1-3 seconds, with the worst case being 5
seconds. If the transceiver is removed before the authentication completes, a self test failure is reported.
The Aruba transceivers are Class 1 laser devices. Avoid direct eye exposure to the beam coming
from the transmit port.
Always disconnect the network cable from a transceiver before installing it in the switch.
Figure 17: Installing a transceiver
Removing the transceiver:
Always disconnect the network cable from the transceiver before removing it from the switch.
Depending on when the transceiver was purchased, it may have either of three different release mechanisms:
• A plastic tab on the bottom of the transceiver
• A plastic collar around the transceiver
• A wire bail
To remove the transceivers that have the plastic tab or plastic collar, push the tab or collar toward the switch until
the transceiver releases from the switch (it will move outward slightly). Then pull it from the slot.
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