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6. If you placed a filler module in the bay, continue with "Installing and removing
7. If you placed the switch in the bay, reconnect the other cables that you
Installing and removing the SFP+ and QSFP+ module
The switch supports the 10 Gb small-form-factor pluggable plus (SFP+) module, the
1 Gb small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) module, and the quad small-form-factor
pluggable plus (QSFP+) module. The SFP+ and QSFP+ modules are laser products
that convert electrical signals to optical signals.
For additional information about the location of the switch, the network interface
requirements, and expansion options, see the documentation for your IBM Flex
System chassis.
Notes:
1. The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
2. While the information in this section describes the 10 Gb SFP+ module, it also
3. The switch also supports MSA-compliant copper direct-attach cables (DAC), up
Handling the SFP+ and QSFP+ module
Before you install the SFP+ or QSFP+ module, read the following information.
v The module housing of the SFP+ has an integral guide key that is designed to
v Use minimal pressure when you insert the module into the port. Forcing the
v You can insert or remove the module while the IBM Flex System chassis is
v You must first insert the module into the port before you can connect the cables.
v You must remove the cable from the SFP+ module before you remove the SFP+
the SFP+ and QSFP+ module."
disconnected. Attach any additional cables that are required by the switch. For
additional information about cabling the switch, see "Cabling the switch, the
SFP+ and the QSFP+ module" on page 12, the documentation that comes with
the cables, and the optional network devices to which the cables have been
connected. For the locations of the connectors on the IBM Flex System chassis,
see the documentation that comes with the IBM Flex System chassis. Then,
continue with "Installing and removing the SFP+ and QSFP+ module."
applies to the 1 Gb SFP module.
to 5 m (16.5 ft.) in length.
prevent you from inserting the module incorrectly.
module into the port can cause damage to the module or the module port.
turned on.
module from the switch.
Chapter 2. Installing and removing the switch module
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