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Getting Started
Storing Fiberoptic Connectors
All fiberoptic connectors are shipped with dust caps installed on the connectors. Keep the dust caps
on the connectors whenever the fiberoptic connectors are not mated.
Handling Fiberoptic Cables
The SKB switch can be shipped with fiber pigtail outputs. These pigtails must be handled with care to
avoid damage.
Caution
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Do not bend the pigtails with a radius under 4 cm (1.5 in). A small bend radius
adversely affects the optical performance of the pigtail and leads to early failure of
the pigtail.