Chapter 3. Installing And Removing A 10 Gb Sfp+ Module; Handling An Sfp+ Module - Lenovo BladeCenter Virtual Fabric 10Gb Switch Module Installation Manual

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Chapter 3. Installing and removing a 10 Gb SFP+ module

The switch module supports both the 10 Gb small-form-factor pluggable (SFP+)

module and the 1 Gb small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) module. The SFP+ and

SFP modules are laser products that convert electrical signals to optical signals.

For additional information about the location of the switch module, the network

interface requirements, and expansion options, see the documentation for your

BladeCenter unit.

Notes:

1. The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

2. While the information in this section describes the 10 Gb small-form-factor

3. The switch module also supports MSA-compliant copper direct-attach cables

Before you install an SFP+ module, read the following information:

v The module housing of the SFP+ has an integral guide key that is designed to

v Use minimal pressure when you insert the module into the port. Forcing the

v You can insert or remove the module while the BladeCenter unit is turned on.

v You must first insert the module into the port before you can connect the cables.

v You must remove the cable from the SFP+ module before you remove the SFP+

pluggable (SFP+) module, it also applies to the 1 Gb small-form-factor

pluggable (SFP) module.

(DAC), up to 7 m (23 ft) in length.

prevent you from inserting the module incorrectly.

module into the port can cause damage to the module or the module port.

module from the switch module.

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