Required Tools; Installing The Xenpak Transceiver - Cisco DWDM-XENPAK Series Installation Notes

Required Tools

You will need these tools to install the XENPAK transceiver module:
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Installing the XENPAK Transceiver

The 10-Gigabit XENPAK transceiver is a static-sensitive device. Always use an ESD wrist strap or
Caution
similar individual grounding device when handling the XENPAK transceivers or coming into contact
with the modules.
To install a 10-Gigabit XENPAK transceiver, follow these steps:
Remove the 10-Gigabit Ethernet XENPAK transceiver from its protective packaging.
Step 1
Note
Step 2 Check the label on the 10-Gigabit Ethernet XENPAK transceiver body to verify that you have the correct
model for your network. Refer to
channel.
Align the XENPAK transceiver with the opening in the module faceplate, and slide the XENPAK
Step 3
transceiver into the opening until the XENPAK transceiver faceplate is in contact with the module
faceplate. (See
socket.
Tighten the two captive installation screws to secure the XENPAK transceiver in the socket. Avoid
Step 4
cross-threading or overtightening the captive screws.
Any optical signal greater than -1 dB can damage the DWDM XENPAK transceiver. The maximum
Caution
sensitivity for the DWDM XENPAK receiver is -7 dB. You must use a 10 dB attenuator on short
fiber-optic cable runs to prevent damage to the DWDM XENPAK transceiver and to guarantee the
specified performance.
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Small flat-blade screwdriver to loosen or tighten the XENPAK transceiver captive installation
screws.
Wrist strap or other personal grounding device to prevent (Min) dischage (ESD) occurrences.
Antistatic mat or antistatic foam to set the XENPAK transceiver on.
Fiber-optic end-face cleaning tools and inspection equipment. For complete information on
inspecting and cleaning fiber-optic connections, refer to the white paper at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/tech/tk482/tk607/technologies_white_paper09186a0080254eba.shtml
Do not remove the optical bore dust plugs until directed to do so later in the procedure.
Figure 2.) This step ensures that the XENPAK transceiver is fully seated in the module
Table 2 to verify that the product number matches the desired band and
Cisco 10-Gigabit Ethernet XENPAK Transceiver Modules Installation Note
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