Installation Preparation
Clean the connector before inserting it to prevent transfer of small particles and contamination of
the transceiver. Do not interchange SFP/XFPs from one port to another without first cleaning the
connectors.
To clean the connector, you can either:
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Locking Mechanisms
Alcatel-Lucent SFP/XFPs can use different lock and release methods. Possible lock and release
mechanisms include:
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7210 SAS-X Installation Guide
Wipe the side and end of the ferrule with a lint-free alcohol-dampened cloth.
Blow dry the ferrule with compressed air and inspect for lint. Do not insert the compressed
air nozzle into the receptacle when blowing out.
Locking handle—A locking handle (lever) in the front of the SFP/XFP that you gently
raise or lower to insert or remove from the port.
Bail — A bar or wire latch in the front of the SFP/XFP that you pull down and outward to
release the module.
Tabs on the sides of the SFP/XFP that you press inward.
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