Adding a Connector Interface
Protecting Empty Module Slots
8163A/B, 8164A/B, 8166A/B User's Guide
3
Apply pressure to the handle, and push the module as far as it goes.
You hear a small click when the module reaches its installed position.
This is the catch making contact.
4
Tighten retaining screws, to hold module in place.
Optical
Output
Connector
Figure 209
Before you attach a connector and fiber, you should clean them both.
NOTE
See
Cleaning Instructions
To use a connector interface to connect a module to an optical-fiber
patchcord connector:
1
Select a connector interface to suit the optical connector that your
optical fiber is terminated with.
2
Connect the connector interface to the optical output connector of the
module, see
3
You can now attach the optical connector to the connector interface.
Fitting a Blind Panel or Filler Module helps to:
•
prevent dust pollution and
•
optimize cooling by guiding the air flow.
Adding a Connector Interface
on page 423
Figure 209
on page -333.
Installation and Maintenance
Connector
Optical
Interface
Connector
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