Chapter 4: Cabling the Networking Ports

Installing Optional SFP Transceivers

Review the following guidelines before installing optional SFP transceivers in the switch:

The SFP slots are part of combo ports, with 10/100/1000Base-T ports. For operational information, refer to “SFP Slots” on page 39.

SFP transceivers can be hot-swapped while the switch is powered on. However, you should always disconnect the fiber optic cable first before removing a transceiver.

You should install the transceiver before connecting the fiber optic cable.

Fiber optic transceivers are dust sensitive. Always keep the plug in the optical bores when a fiber optic cable is not installed, or when you store the transceiver. When you do remove the plug, keep it for future use.

Unnecessary removal and insertion of a transceiver can lead to premature failure.

Warning

A transceiver can be damaged by static electricity. Be sure to observe all standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions, such as wearing an antistatic wrist strap, to avoid damaging the device.

Note

The cable specifications of optional SFP transceivers are found in the installation guides that ship with the devices.

To install an SFP transceiver:

1.Remove the dust plug from a transceiver slot on the switch. Refer to Figure 29 on page 81.

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AT-8100S/48POE, AT-8100S/48, AT-8100L/8, AT-8100L/8POE-E, AT-8100L/8POE specifications

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