Removing an LC-LC fibre-channel cable

Complete the following steps to remove an LC-LC fibre-channel cable:

Attention: To avoid damaging the LC-LC cable or SFP module, make sure that you observe the following precautions:

vPress and hold the lever to release the latches before you remove the cable from the SFP module.

vEnsure that the levers are in the released position when you remove the cable.

vDo not grasp the SFP module plastic tab when you remove the cable.

1.On the end of the LC-LC cable that connects into the SFP module or host bus adapter, press down and hold the lever to release the latches, as shown in Figure 41.

Lever

Latches

Figure 41. LC-LC fibre-channel cable lever and latches

2.While pressing down the cable lever, carefully pull on the connector to remove the cable from the SFP module, as shown in Figure 42.

Figure 42. Removing the LC-LC fibre-channel cable

3.Replace the protective caps on the cable ends.

4.Replace the protective cap on the SFP module.

Using LC-SC fibre-channel cable adapters

The LC-SC fibre-channel cable adapter is a fiber-optic cable that is used to connect an LC connector into one of the following devices that require SC connectors:

v1-Gbps fibre channel switch

vFibre channel host bus adapter

Attention: The DS4700 Express does not support the attachment of storage expansion enclosures that operate at 1 Gbps, such as the EXP500.

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