Installing the Hardware
Connecting the Network Cables
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To connect a network cable to the adapter, perform the following procedure:
1.Prepare a fiber optic cable with an appropriate connector to your adapter.
Warning
The fiber optic ports contain a Class 1 laser device. When the ports are disconnected, always cover them with the provided plug. Exposed ports may cause skin or eye damage.
2.Remove a rubber plug from the adapter.
3.Connect one end of the cable to the adapter.
4.Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate Ethernet network port or fiber optic port.
Note
After the cable is properly connected at both ends, the adapter card LED should be functional. See Table 1 on page 14 for a description of LED operation.
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