Nortel Networks 1000BASE-SX, 1000ASE-XD, 1000BASE-LX, 1000BASE-ZX GBIC labeling, 9702FA, 9706EA

184 Appendix B Installing a Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC)

Figure 79 Types of GBICs

GBIC model with	GBIC model with
extractor tabs	extractor handle

9702FA

GBICs are shipped with a protective rubber plug in the connectors. Leave the plug in place when no cables are connected to the GBIC.

GBIC labeling

The Nortel Networks label on a typical GBIC (Figure 80) contains a Nortel Networks serial number, a bar code, a manufacturer’s code, an interface type, and a part number.

Figure 80 Nortel label on a GBIC

Part number

Serial number

GBIC interface type Bar code

Manufacturer code

9706EA

Note: You must have the Nortel Networks serial number, the manufacturer’s code, the interface type, and the part number of your GBIC available when you contact a Nortel Networks service representative for troubleshooting purposes.

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