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Laser Safety Notice
This laser safety information contains certification and product information covering laser products known as
optical Gigabaud Link Modules (GLMs), Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICs) and 1x9 transceivers sold as
accessories to or incorporated in Emulex LightPulse host adapters. The GLM, GBIC and 1x9 transceiver are the
primary cable connection mechanisms for any optical port on the host adapter and hub. This data is not intended
to be a replacement for any safety regulations and standards; relevant safety documents should always be
consulted if necessary. Contact Emulex Corporation with any questions or concerns about laser safety.
Certification and Classification
Labeling Requirements
Product Information
Usage Restrictions
System Level Certification
Certification and Classification
LP6000 and LP7000/E PCI host adapters may contain a laser product known as an optical Gigabaud Link
Module (GLM). The optical GLM is attached to the host adapter using an 80-pin connector and extends through
the mounting bracket. In turn, the host adapter can be inserted into any host system's PCI slot.
The LH5000 hub may contain a laser product known as a Gigabit Interface Connector (GBIC). The GBIC
provides the physical connector to the optical cable. The GBIC can be inserted into any pluggable hub port.
The LP8000 and LP850 PCI host adapter may contain a laser product known as a Gigabit Interface Converter
(GBIC) or an embedded 1x9 transceiver. The GBIC and or 1x9 transceiver provide the physical connection to
the optical cable, and its SC-style connector extends through the mounting bracket. In turn, the host adapter can
be inserted into any host system’s PCI slot.
In the United States, all optical GLMs, GBICs and 1x9 transceivers sold by Emulex are certified as Class 1 laser
products that conform to the requirements contained in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
regulation 21 CFR subchapter J. The certification is indicated by a label located on the optical GLM, GBIC or
1x9.
In Europe, all optical GLMs, GBICs and 1x9 transceivers sold by Emulex are certified as Class 1 laser
component assemblies that conform to the requirements contained in the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) standard 825-1 (1993) and CENELEC (European Committee for Electrotechnical
Standardization) standard EN60825-1 (1994). GLMs, GBICs and 1x9 transceivers are certified by a recognized
European testing agency and have appropriate markings on the assembly. The DHHS conformity label and
European conformity mark will not be visible externally once the optical GLM, GBIC or 1x9 is connected to or
inserted in the host adapter and the adapter is installed into a system.
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Labeling Requirements
No caution or danger labels are required for use of the GLM, GBIC or 1x9 transceiver since they are Class 1
laser component assembly. In the U.S., the only laser safety label required is the DHHS certification label that
already appears on the GLM, GBIC and 1x9 transceiver. In Europe, the IEC825-1/EN60825-1 standards require
that the system-level product has a Class 1 information label permanently attached and clearly visible whenever
