Cisco Systems 5000 manual Installing Cables into SFP+ Transceivers

Chapter 3 Connecting the Switch

Connecting to an Ethernet Port

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Figure 3-2 Alternate Removal Method for Bale Clasp SFP+ Transceivers

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Step 4 Insert a dust cover into the port end of the transceiver and place the transceiver on an antistatic mat or into a static shielding bag if you plan to return it to the factory.

Step 5 Install a replacement transceiver (see the “Installing an SFP+ Transceiver” section on page 3-4). If another transceiver is not being installed, protect the optical cage by inserting a clean cover.

Installing Cables into SFP+ Transceivers

Caution To prevent damage to the copper cables, do not place more tension on them than the rated limit and do not bend to a radius of less than 1 inch (2.54 cm) if there is no tension in the cable, or 2 inches (5.08 cm) if there is tension in the cable.

This section includes the following topics:

•Installing a Cable into an SFP+ Transceiver, page 3-6

•Replacing a Cable for an SFP+ Transceiver, page 3-7

Installing a Cable into an SFP+ Transceiver

Caution To prevent possible damage to the cable or transceiver, install the transceiver in the port before installing the cable in the transceiver.

To install a cable into a transceiver, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.

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