Chapter 2: Installation
4.With the handle on the transceiver oriented towards the top of the switch, slide the transceiver into the SFP slot until it clicks into place. See Figure 12
Figure 12. Inserting the SFP
5.Verify that the handle on the transceiver is in the upright position or oriented towards the top of the switch. This secures the transceiver and prevents it from being dislodged from the slot.
Note
SFP transceivers are dust sensitive. Always keep the protective plug in the optical bore when a fiber optic cable is not installed, or when storing the SFP. When you do remove the plug, keep it for future use.
Note
Unnecessary removal and insertion of an SFP can lead to premature failure.
For information on the cable specifications of the SFP, consult the documentation shipped with the SFP.
6. Go to “Cabling the Switch” on page 45.
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