Allied Telesis AT-8500 Series manual Installing an Optional Gbic

Chapter 2: Installation

Installing an Optional GBIC

To install an optional GBIC in an AT-8550GB switch, perform the following procedure:

Note

A GBIC can be hot-swapped; you do not have to power off a switch to install it.

1.Remove the GBIC from its shipping container and store the packaging material in a safe location.

Note

You must use the original shipping material if you need to return the module to Allied Telesis.

Warning

A GBIC 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 module.

2.Check that the GBIC package includes all the items listed below.

If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance.

ˆOne GBIC module

ˆInstallation Guide

ˆWarranty card

Note

For fiber optic cabling specifications, refer to the GBIC installation guide provided with your module.

3.Follow these guidelines to ensure proper performance of your GBIC:

ˆGBIC modules are dust sensitive. When the GBIC is stored or when a fiber-optic cable is not plugged in, always keep plugs in the GBIC optical bores.

ˆThe most common source of contaminants in the optical bore is debris picked up on the ferrules of the optical connectors, as shown in Figure 17. Use an alcohol swab or wipe to clean the

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