Cabling 10 Gigabit Ethernet Modules; Port Leds; Troubleshooting Network Connections - HP ProCurve 9304M Installation And Configuration Manual

Installation and Basic Configuration Guide
Also, when not using a fiber-optic module connector, make sure to keep the protective covering on.

Cabling 10 Gigabit Ethernet Modules

To cable a 10 Gigabit Ethernet module, do the following:
1. Remove the protective covering from the fiber-optic port connectors and store the covering for future use.
2. Before attaching cables to the module, HP strongly recommends cleaning the cable connectors and the port
connectors. For more information, see "Cleaning the Fiber Optic Connectors".
3. Gently insert the two cable connectors (a tab on each connector should face upward) into the port connectors
until the tabs lock into place.
4. Observe the link and active LEDs to determine if the network connections are functioning properly. For more
information about the LED indicators, see Table 5.1.

Port LEDs

The LEDs listed in Table 5.1 provide status information for 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. All types of HP 10 Gigabit
Ethernet modules use the same port LEDs.
LED
Link
Activity

Troubleshooting Network Connections

After you attach cables to the 10 Gigabit Ethernet modules, you can observe the LEDs to determine if the network
connections are functioning properly. Table 5.2 outlines possible abnormal states of each LED, and what to do if
an LED indicates an abnormal state.
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Table 5.1: LEDs for 10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Position State
Top On
Off
Bottom On
Off
Blinking
Meaning
Port is connected.
No port connection exists.
Traffic is being transmitted and received
on that port.
No traffic is being transmitted.
Traffic is being transmitted and received
on that port.