Installing A Gbic; Installing And Removing Gbics - Cisco 7603 - Modular Expansion Base Installation Manual

Installing and Removing GBICs

Installing a GBIC

Two physical GBIC models are available. One GBIC model has a locking handle to secure the GBIC in
the module; the other model uses two clips, one on each side of the GBIC. This section contains the
procedures for installing both GBIC models.
Installing a GBIC with Clips
Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into
beams or view directly with optical instruments.
To install a GBIC with clips, perform these steps:
Remove the GBIC from its protective packaging.
Step 1
Check the label on the GBIC to verify that the GBIC is the correct model (SX, LX/LH, or ZX) for your
Step 2
network.
Grip the sides of the GBIC with your thumb and forefinger and insert the GBIC into the module socket,
Step 3
as shown in
Note
Figure 3-13
Step 4 Slide the GBIC through the flap covering the socket opening until you hear a click indicating the GBIC
is locked into the slot.
Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into
beams or view directly with optical instruments.
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Figure 3-13.
GBICs are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
Installing a GBIC with Clips
Squeeze in clips
and slide GBIC
into slot
Plug
GBIC
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