HP SN3000B Reference Manual page 30

1. Install the SFP+ transceivers in the FC ports on the switch to match the ports displayed in the
Device Connection window .
If you are using an SFP+ transceiver that does not have a pull tab, ensure that the wire bail
is in the unlocked position. See
NOTE:
Insert an SFP+ transceiver into the upper row of ports with the gold edge down. Insert an SFP+
transceiver into the lower row of ports with the gold edge up.
a. Remove any protector plugs from the SFP+ transceiver. Insert each SFP+ transceiver (right
side up in the top row of ports, and upside down in the bottom row of ports) until it is
firmly seated and the latching mechanism clicks.
The 16 Gb/s SFP+ transceiver does not have a bail. Use the pull tab to push the transceiver
into the port.
b. Close the latching bail if there is one.
Figure 14 Inserting an SFP+ transceiver with no pull tab in an FC port
Figure 15 Inserting a 16 Gb/s SFP+ transceiver in an FC port
30 Installing and configuring HP 16Gb FC Switches
Each SFP+ transceiver has a 10-pad gold-plated PCB-edge connector on the bottom.
Figure 14 (page 30).