30 Summit 200 Series Switch Installation and User Guide
Switch Installation
Make sure the bend radius of the fiber is not less than 2 inches.
In addition to the previously described tasks, Extreme Networks recommends the following when
installing or replacing mini-GBICs on an active network:
Use the same type of mini-GBIC at each end of the link.
Connect one end of the link to the Tx port. Withou t an attenuator, measure the total loss from the Tx
port to the other side of the link.
Once you complete all of the described tasks, you are ready to install or replace a mini-GBIC.

Removing and Inserting a Mini-GBIC

You can remove mini-GBICs from, or insert mini-GBICs into your Summit 200 series switch without
powering off the system. Figure 7 shows the two types of mini-GBIC modules.
Figure 7: Mini-GBIC modules
Mini-GBICs are a 3.3 V Class 1 laser device. Use only devices approved by Extreme Networks.
WARNING!
Mini-GBICs can emit invisible laser radiation. Avoid direct eye exposure to beam.
NOTE
Remove the LC fiber-optic connector from the mini-GBIC prior to removing the mini-GBIC from the
switch.
NOTE
If you see an amber blinking Mini-GBIC port status LED on your Summit 200 series switch, the
mini-GBIC installed in your switch is one that is not approved or supported by Extreme Networks. To
correct this problem, ensure that you install a mini-GBIC that is approved and supported by Extreme
Networks.
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