Installing Sfp+ And Sfp Optical Cables; Maintaining Transceivers And Optical Cables - Cisco Nexus 3600 Hardware Installation Manual

Connecting the Switch to the Network

Installing SFP+ and SFP Optical Cables

Note
Step 1
Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the connector on the cable.
Step 3 Remove the dust cover from the cable end of the transceiver.
Step 4
Align the cable connector with the transceiver and insert the connector into the transceiver until it clicks into place.
Caution If the cable does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly positioned before continuing.
Note If you cannot install the cable into the transceiver, insert or leave the dust plug in the cable end of the
transceiver.
For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the appropriate Cisco Nexus Series configuration guide.

Maintaining Transceivers and Optical Cables

Transceivers and fiber-optic cables must be kept clean and dust free to maintain high signal accuracy and
prevent damage to the connectors. Contamination increases attenuation (loss of light) and should be below
0.35 dB.
Consider the following maintenance guidelines:
• Transceivers are static sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, wear an ESD-preventative wrist strap that is
• Do not remove and insert a transceiver more often than is necessary. Repeated removals and insertions
• Keep all optical connections covered when not in use. Clean them before using to prevent dust from
• Do not touch the ends of connectors. Touching the ends can leave fingerprints and cause other
• Clean the connectors regularly; the required frequency of cleaning depends upon the environment. In
• Inspect routinely for dust and damage. If you suspect damage, clean and then inspect fiber ends under a
To prevent damage to an optical cable and transceiver, disconnect cables before installing or removing
transceivers.
connected to the grounded chassis.
can shorten its useful life.
scratching the fiber-optic cable ends.
contamination.
addition, clean connectors if they are exposed to dust or accidentally touched. Both wet and dry cleaning
techniques can be effective; refer to the fiber-optic connection cleaning procedures for your site.
microscope to determine if damage has occurred.
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