Maintaining Sfp Transceivers And Fiber-Optic Cables - IBM SAN48C-6 Installation, Service And User Manual

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Note: Use only Cisco transceivers in the IBM SAN48C-6 switch. Each Cisco transceiver is encoded with

model information that enables the switch to verify that the transceiver meets the requirements for the

switch.

The IBM SAN48C-6Cisco MDS 9148T Switch switch supports transceivers with the following types of

latching devices:

• Mylar tab latch

• Bale-clasp latch

Installing an SFP Transceiver

About this task

To install an SFP+ transceiver, follow these steps:

Procedure

1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.

2. Remove the dust plug from the FC port.

3. Insert the transceiver into the port.

CAUTION: The transceiver can only be inserted one way into the FC port. If the transceiver

does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented and the tab or clasp are in the correct

position before continuing.

4. Insert or leave the dust plug in the cable-end of the transceiver if a cable is not being installed in the

transceiver.

Removing an SFP Transceiver

About this task

To remove an SFP+ transceiver, follow these steps:

Procedure

1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.

2. Remove attached fibre-optic cables, if any. For more information, see the Removing a Cable from an

SFP Transceiver section.

3. Remove the transceiver from the port:

• If the transceiver has a Mylar tab latch, gently pull the tab straight out (do not twist), and then pull

the transceiver out of the port.

• If the transceiver has a bale-clasp latch, open the clasp by pressing it downwards, and then pull the

transceiver out of the port.

4. Insert a dust cover into the cable-end of the transceiver and place the transceiver on an antistatic mat

or into a static shielding bag.

5. Protect the FC port by inserting a clean dust plug if another transceiver is not being installed.