Viavi NSC-100 Quick Card User Manual page 4

Network & Service Companion (NSC-100/200)
QUICK CARD
C O N N E C T TO L I N E U N D E R T E S T
► For 1G Electrical RJ45 interfaces:
1. Connect the RJ45 jack to the port under
test using CAT 5E or better cable..
► For Multigig Electrical SFP interfaces:
1. Insert desired Multigig Electrical SFP into
the SFP cage on the bottom of the NSC.
2. Connect the SFP to the port under test
using CAT 6A or better cable..
► For Optical Interfaces:
1. Insert desired Optical Transceiver into
the SFP port on the bottom of the NSC.
2. Use the VIAVI P5000i or FiberChek Probe microscope to inspect both sides of every connection
being used (SFP, attenuators, patch cables, bulkheads)
o Focus the fiber on the screen.
o If it appears dirty, clean the fiber end-face and re-inspect.
o If it appears clean, run the inspection test.
o If it fails, clean the fiber and re-run inspection test. Repeat until it passes.
3. Connect the SFP to the port under test using a jumper cable compatible with the line under test..
Network & Service Companion
RJ45 Jack
SFP Cage
Figure 12: Network and Service Companion Interfaces
Figure 13: Inspect Before You Connect
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