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5. Secure the adapter with the adapter clip or screw.
6. Close the system case.
3.6
Cables and Modules
To obtain the list of supported cables for your adapter, please refer to “Mellanox Products
Approved Cable Lists” at:
www.mellanox.com/related-docs/user_manuals/Mellanox_approved_cables.pdf
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3.6.1
Inserting the Optical Transceiver Module
To insert the module into the cage:
1. Open the module’s locking mechanism – see Figure 5 and Figure 6.
2. Make sure that the male connectors on the module will align with the female connectors
inside of the cage. Also check that there is no dirt or foreign matter in the module or in the
cage.
Figure 5: Module With Locking Mechanism Closed
Figure 6: Module With Locking Mechanism Open
3. Insert the module into the adapter card module cage.
4. Close the locking Mechanism.
To remove the module from the cage:
1. Unlock the locking mechanism by opening the handle.
2. Pull the module out of the cage.
3.6.2
Cable Installation
1. All cables can be inserted or removed with the unit powered on.
2. To insert a cable, press the connector into the port receptacle until the connector is firmly
seated.
When installing cables make sure that the latches engage.
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