Step 1
Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2
Press the release latch on the cable, grasp the connector near the connection point, and gently pull the connector from
the transceiver.
Step 3
Insert a dust plug into the cable-end of the transceiver.
Step 4
Install a dust cover over the end of the cable.
Removing and Installing SFP Transceivers
Removing and installing an SFP transceiver can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP
transceivers more often than is absolutely necessary. We recommend that you disconnect the cables before
installing or removing SFP transceivers to prevent damage to the cable or transceiver.
Warning
Use only Cisco transceivers in the Cisco MDS 9148T switch. Each Cisco transceiver is encoded with model
information that enables the switch to verify that the transceiver meets the requirements for the switch.
Note
The Cisco MDS 9148T switch supports transceivers with the following types of latching devices:
• Mylar tab latch
• Bale-clasp latch
Installing an SFP Transceiver
To install an SFP+ transceiver, follow these steps:
Step 1
Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2
Remove the dust plug from the FC port.
Step 3
Insert the transceiver into the port.
The transceiver can only be inserted one way into the FC port. If the transceiver does not install easily, ensure
that it is correctly oriented and the tab or clasp are in the correct position before continuing.
Caution
Step 4
Insert or leave the dust plug in the cable-end of the transceiver if a cable is not being installed in the transceiver.
Removing an SFP Transceiver
To remove an SFP+ transceiver, follow these steps:
Step 1
Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
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Removing and Installing SFP Transceivers