Installing a multiplexer
OADMs and OMUXs are passive devices that require no power for their operation. You can
insert them in the optical shelf, and then connect them into your network.
Procedure steps
1. Align the plug-in module with the optical shelf.
2. Gently push the plug-in module into the shelf cavity.
3. Tighten the captive screws.
4. Connect network cables.
Connecting an OADM
Use this procedure to connect the OADM to an SFP and to east and west backbone
interfaces.
Procedure steps
1. Insert the SFP into the module.
2. Clean all fiber optic connectors on the cabling.
3. Connect the fiber optic cables from the SFP transmit (TX) and receive (RX)
Installation — SFP, SFP+, XFP, and OADM Hardware Components
Make sure you have the correct SFP for your network configuration by matching
the color of the label to the color of the connector label on the OADM.
connectors to the OADM Equipment RX and TX Equipment connectors (see the
following figure and job aid).
Installing a multiplexer
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