Sfp And Sfp+ Modules; Installing Sfp And Sfp+ Modules - Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Installing a Network Module

SFP and SFP+ Modules

Installing SFP and SFP+ Modules

Before You Begin
You must have an installed network module to use SFP and SFP+ modules. See the switch release notes on
Cisco.com for the list of supported SFP and SFP+ modules. Use only supported SFP modules on the switch.
For the latest information about supported SFP and SFP+ modules, refer to the
Compatibility
For information about installing, removing, cabling, and troubleshooting SFP modules, see the module
documentation that shipped with your device.
Observe these precautions:
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• Do not remove the dust plugs from the SFP modules or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until
• Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert any SFP
• To prevent ESD damage, follow your normal board and component handling procedures when connecting
• When you insert several SFPs in multiple switch ports, wait for 5 seconds between inserting each SFP.
Procedure
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to an earth ground surface.
Step 2 Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings that identify the top of the SFP module.
Information.
you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the module ports and cables from
contamination and ambient light.
module more often than is necessary.
cables to the switch and other devices.
This will prevent the ports from going into error disabled mode. Similarly, when you remove an SFP
from a port, wait for 5 seconds before reinserting it.
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