Removing The Side Clip Gbic - Enterasys Matrix E1 Series Installation Manual

Removing the Side Clip GBIC

4. Insert the GBIC (20-pin connector side) into the port slot
to the door hinge of the slot.
CAUTION: If the GBIC does not insert easily in this step, do not force it (check the
orientation against
port engages with the connector in the port slot
The door folds up and the GBIC slides into the port slot, engaging the sides of the GBIC and
port slot. The locking tab
Figure 3-4 Installing a Side Clip GBIC
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Æ
Á
➀
GBIC with side clip
➁
Network connection end
➂
1G-2GBIC (Ethernet expansion module)
➃
20-pin connector (insertion end)
3.5.1.2 Removing the Side Clip GBIC
CAUTION: Do NOT remove a GBIC from a slot without unlocking the tabs. This can
damage the GBIC.
The GBIC, 1G-2GBIC, and 1G58x-09 are sensitive to static discharges. Use an
antistatic wrist strap and observe all static precautions during this procedure. Failure to
do so could result in damage to the GBIC, 1G-2GBIC and the 1G58x-09. Always leave
the GBIC in the antistatic bag or an equivalent antistatic container when not installed.
3-8 Hardware Installation
Figure 3-4). Try again to push the GBIC into the slot until the 20-pin
➆
engages when the GBIC connector seats properly in the port.
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À
Æ
➄
with the top of the GBIC
.
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1G-2GBIC
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➄
Port slot (door hinged side)
➅
Top of GBIC
➆
Locking tab
➅
adjacent