Installing A Qsfp+ Optical Transceiver - Lenovo RackSwitch G8272 Installation Manual

Installing a QSFP+ Optical Transceiver

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The QSFP+ ports accept approved QSFP+ transceivers. The QSFP+ optical
transceiver provides an MTP cable connector for connecting to external ports.
CAUTION:
This product might contain one or more of the following devices: CD-ROM
drive, DVD-ROM drive, DVD-RAM drive, or laser module, which are Class 1
laser products. Note the following information:
•
Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could
result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable
parts inside the device.
•
Use of the controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
(C026)
CAUTION:
Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system
links with laser modules that operate at greater than Class 1 power levels. For
this reason, never look into the end of an optical fiber cable or open
receptacle. (C027)
To install a QSFP+ optical transceiver in a QSFP+ port, complete the following
steps.
Note: To avoid damage to the cable or the QSFP+ transceiver, do not connect the
cable before you install the transceiver.
1. Remove the safety cap and pull the locking lever into the down (unlocked)
position.
2. Insert the transceiver into the port until it clicks into place. Use minimal
pressure when you insert the transceiver into the slot. Do not use excessive
force when you insert the transceiver or you might damage the transceiver or
the QSFP+ slot.
The transceiver has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the
transceiver in an incorrect orientation.
3. Pull up the locking lever to lock the transceiver into place.
4. Connect the fiber-optic cable.
To remove a QSFP+ optical transceiver, disconnect the fiber-optic cable, and pull
down the locking lever to release the transceiver. After you remove the transceiver,
replace the safety cap.
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