Installation; Observe Esd Precautions; Copper And Fiber Ports; Insert And Connect The Sfp - Transition Networks M/GE-PSW-SFP-01 User Manual

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Installation

Observe ESD Precautions

Observe the following ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) precautions when installing or handing the M/GE-T-
xxx-01 media converter:
Do not remove the converter from its protective packaging until you are ready to install it.
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Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling any module or component. If you do not
•
have a wrist strap, maintain grounded contact with the system unit throughout any procedure
requiring ESD protection.

Copper and fiber ports

The figure below shows the front panel of the M/GE-PSW-SFP-01 media converter.

Insert and Connect the SFP

Perform the steps below to install an SFP in the M/GE-PSW-SFP-01. Refer to the documentation that
came with your SFP for specific requirements. See our
1. Remove the SFP transceiver module from its protective packaging. Note: Do not remove the optical
bore dust plugs until directed to do so in a later procedure.
2. Check the slot orientation. Position the SFP device at the desired installation slot, with the label
facing correctly.
3. Carefully slide the SFP device into the slot, aligning it with the internal installation guides.
4. Ensure that the SFP device is firmly seated against the internal mating connector.
5. Remove the dust plug from the connector. Save the dust plug for future use.
6. Connect the fiber cable to the fiber port connector of the SFP device. Make sure the SFP release
latch is in the up (closed) position when you insert the cable connector into the SFP.
7. Attach the other end of the cable into the other device.
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