Installing Sfp Transceivers - Fortinet FortiDB 3000D Quick Start Manual

Installing SFP transceivers

If not already installed, install the SFP transceivers that will be used to
connect your appliance to the network .
Caution: Do not install or remove SFP transceivers while fiber optic cables
are attached . This can damage the cables, cable connectors, and optical
interfaces . It may also prevent the transceiver from latching correctly into
the socket .
Note: Installing and removing SFP transceivers can shorten their life . Do
not install or remove transceivers more than is necessary .
Transmit
Optical Bore
Extraction Lever
To install SFP transceivers
1. On the appliance's front panel, remove the caps from SFP cage sockets .
2. Position the SFP transceiver in front of the cage socket so that the
extraction lever is level with the socket latch .
Note: SFP cage socket orientation may vary . Verify that the SFP
transceiver module is correctly oriented .
3. Holding the sides of the SFP transceiver, gently slide it into the cage
socket .
Caution: Do not force SFP transceivers into cage slots . Force can cause
damage . If the transceiver does not easily slide in and click into place,
it may not be aligned correctly or may be upside down . If this happens,
remove the SFP transceiver, realign or rotate it, and try again .
Receive
Optical Bore
2
SFP Cage Sockets
Socket Latch