Cabling A Fiber-Optic Transceiver; Cleaning The Fiber-Optic Connectors - Brocade Communications Systems ICX 6430 Hardware Installation Manual

Cabling a fiber-optic transceiver

Cabling a fiber-optic transceiver
Perform the following steps to cable a fiber-optic transceiver.
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Cleaning the fiber-optic connectors

To avoid problems with the connection between the fiber-optic transceiver (SFP, SFP+, or mini-GBIC)
and the fiber cable connectors, Brocade strongly recommends cleaning both connectors each time
you disconnect and reconnect them. Dust can accumulate in the connectors and cause problems,
such as reducing the optic launch power.
To clean the fiber cable connectors, Brocade recommends using a fiber-optic reel-type cleaner. When
not using an SFP connector, make sure to keep the protective covering in place.
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FIGURE 55 Installing a transceiver
Remove the protective covering from the fiber-optic port connectors and store the covering for
future use.
NOTE
Before cabling a fiber-optic transceiver, Brocade strongly recommends cleaning the cable
connectors and the port connectors.
Gently insert the cable connector (a tab on each connector should face upward) into the
transceiver connector until the tabs lock into place.
Observe the link and active LEDs to determine if the network connections are functioning
properly. For more information about the LED indicators, refer to
Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Stackable Switches Hardware Installation Guide
Testing connectivity on page 73.
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