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Clean Fibre Channel Components
Clean Fibre Channel Components
The following information describes a cleaning process for fibre channel
components such as connectors, GBICs, and plugs.
Fibre Channel Transmission
The 9840 Tape Drive uses a laser multi-mode transmitter-receiver (transceiver)
module. There are several warnings which everyone must know and
understand for their personal safety.
Note: Ensure you follow the instructions on
Cleaning Materials
Use the following list of materials to clean fibre-optic components:
• Alcohol pads
• Cloth pads
• Texwipe microswab
• Texwipe foam swab
Fibre Channel Cable
To clean a fibre channel cable (such as the one in
1. Blow any dust from the ferrule and the end of the connector using
compressed air by positioning the air nozzle approximately 50 mm (2 in.)
away from the connector and blowing for 5 seconds.
.
Figure 8-1. Fibre Channel Connector
1. Fibre Channel Cable Dust Covers
2. Fibre Channel Cable Housing
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"Safety and Handling,"
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Sixth Edition
"Fiber Optic Safety" in Chapter 2,
and the warnings listed in this section.
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