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Chapter 2 Switch Installation
Installing and Removing SFP Modules
Installing and Removing SFP Modules

Installing SFP Modules

When installing SFP modules, observe these guidelines:
• Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert any
module more often than is absolutely necessary.
• To prevent ESD damage, follow your normal board and component handling procedures when
connecting cables to the switch and other devices.
Warning
Class 1 laser product.
Statement 1008
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to a bare metal surface.
Step 2 Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings on the module top.
On some SFP modules, the send and receive (TX and RX) markings might be replaced by arrows that
show the direction of the connection, either send or receive (TX or RX).
Step 3 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, move it to the open, unlocked position.
Step 4 Align the module in front of the slot opening, and push until you feel the connector snap into place.
Step 5 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, close it.
Step 6 For fiber-optic SFP modules, remove the dust plugs and save.
Step 7 Connect the SFP cables.
Figure 2-16 Installing an SFP Module
Caution Do not remove the dust plugs from the fiber-optic SFP module port or the rubber caps from the
fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP module
ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.
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