Hardware installation
This chapter describes installing a FPM-7620F processing module into a FortiGate-7000 chassis.
Installing QSFP28 and SFP28 transceivers
You must install QSFP28 transceivers into the FPM-7620F front panel 1 and 2 fabric channel interfaces before
connecting them to 100Gbps networks. You can install the transceivers before or after inserting the FPM-7620F module
into a chassis.
You must install SFP28 transceivers into the FPM-7620F front panel 3 to 10 fabric channel interfaces before connecting
them to 25Gbps networks. You can install the transceivers before or after inserting the FPM-7620F module into a
chassis.
Access to interfaces 6, 8, and 10 is restricted by the module lever. To make it easier to remove
transceivers, Fortinet recommends using transceivers with extended pull tabs. Another option
could be to use a cable extraction tool to assist in removing these transceivers.
To install transceivers
To complete this procedure, you need:
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A FPM-7620F
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Transceivers to install
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An electrostatic discharge (ESD) preventive wrist strap with connection cord
FPM-7620Fs must be protected from static discharge and physical shock. Only handle or work
with FPM-7620Fs at a static-free workstation. Always wear a grounded electrostatic discharge
(ESD) preventive wrist strap when handling FPM-7620Fs.
Handling the transceivers by holding the release latch can damage the connector. Do not force
transceivers into their cage slots. If the transceiver does not easily slide in and click into place,
it may not be aligned correctly. If this happens, remove the transceiver, realign it and slide it in
again.
1.
Attach the ESD wrist strap to your wrist and to an available ESD socket or wrist strap terminal.
2.
Remove the caps from the cage sockets on the FPM-7620F front panel.
3.
Hold the sides of the transceiver and slide it into the cage socket until it clicks into place.
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