Install The Qsfp+ Optics - Dell Force10 Z9000 Quick Start Manual

NOTE: Coat the one-hole lug with an anti-oxidant compound prior to crimping.
Bring any un-plated mating surfaces to a shiny finish, and coat with an anti-oxidant
prior to mating. Plated mating surfaces must be clean and free from contamination.
Step Task
Take the (1) M4x0.7 screw from the package.
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Cut cable to desired length. Cable length must facilitate the proper
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operation of fault interrupt circuits. Dell Force10 recommends using the
shortest cable route allowable.
Attach the one-hole lug to the chassis as shown, using the supplied
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screw with captive internal tooth lock washer. The screw should be
torqued to 20 in-lbs.
Grounding
point
Attach the other end of the ground cable to a suitable ground point. The
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rack installation ears are not a suitable grounding point.

Install the QSFP+ Optics

The Z9000 has 32 QSFP+ optical ports. For supported optics, refer to
http://www.force10networks.com/products/specifications.asp.
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can occur if components
are mishandled. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap
when handling the Z9000 and its components.
WARNING: Follow all warning labels when working with optical fibers.
Always wear eye protection when working with optical fibers. Never look
directly into the end of a terminated or unterminated fiber or connector as it
may cause eye damage.
Step Task
Position the optic so it is in the correct position. (The optic has a key that
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prevents it from being inserted incorrectly.
40G/4x10G
QSFP+ ports
Installing the Hardware
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