Removing An Xfp - Avaya 8800 Series Installation Manual

Removing an XFP

Remove an XFP to replace it or to commission it elsewhere.
Warning:
Risk of eye injury by laser
Fiber optic equipment can emit laser or infrared light that can injure your eyes. Never look
into an optical fiber or connector port. Always assume that fiber optic cables are connected
to a light source.
Electrostatic alert:
Risk of equipment damage
To prevent damage from Electrostatic Discharge, always wear an antistatic wrist strap
connected to an ESD jack.
Procedure steps
1. Disconnect the network fiber cable from the XFP connector.
2. Affix a dust cover over the optical connector.
3. Pull the bail mechanism on the XFP to release the XFP.
4. Slide the XFP out of the module XFP slot.
5. Replace the port dust cover or EMI plug in the module.
6. Store the XFP in a safe place until needed.
Installation — SFP, SFP+, XFP, and OADM Hardware Components
If the XFP does not slide easily from the module slot, use a gentle side-to-side
rocking motion while firmly pulling the XFP from the slot.
Important:
If you discard the XFP, be sure to dispose of it according to all national laws and
regulations.
Removing an XFP
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