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Chapter 3: Cabling the Networking Ports
Installing Optional SFP Transceivers
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Review the following guidelines before installing optional SFP transceivers
in the switch:
SFP transceivers can be hot-swapped while the switch is powered
on. However, you should always disconnect the fiber optic cable
first before removing a transceiver.
You should install the transceiver before connecting the fiber optic
cable.
Fiber optic transceivers are dust sensitive. Always keep the plug in
the optical bores when a fiber optic cable is not installed, or when
you store the transceiver. When you do remove the plug, keep it
for future use.
Unnecessary removal and insertion of a transceiver can lead to
premature failure.
Warning
A transceiver can be damaged by static electricity. Be sure to
observe all standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions,
such as wearing an antistatic wrist strap, to avoid damaging the
device. E87
To install an SFP transceiver:
1. Remove the transceiver from its shipping container and store the
packaging material in a safe location.
2. If you are installing the transceiver in the top SFP slot, position the
transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. If you are installing
the transceiver in the bottom slot, position the transceiver with the
label facing down.
3. Slide the transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place, as shown in
Figure 33 on page 63.
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