Installing Or Removing Agbic - Foundry Networks Switch and Router Installation And Configuration Manual

Installing or Removing a GBIC
Some modules use Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICs) or miniature GBICs (mini-GBICs), which are individually
insertable and removable port connectors. To insert or remove a GBIC or mini-GBIC, use the following
procedures.
WARNING: The GBICs are Class 1 Laser products. See "Installation Precautions" on page 2-3 for other
hardware installation precautions.
NOTE: The procedures for GBICs and mini-GBICs are different. Use the procedure that applies to the type of
GBIC on your module.
Installing or Removing a Standard GBIC
To install a GBIC:
1. Put on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap and attach the clip end to a metal surface (such as an
equipment rack) to act as ground.
2. Remove the GBIC from its protective packaging.
3. Gently insert the GBIC into the slot on the front panel of the module until the GBIC clicks into place. The
GBICs are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
4. Remove the protective covering from the port connectors and store the covering for future use.
5. Insert the interface cable.
To remove a GBIC:
1. Put on an ESD wrist strap and attach the clip end to a metal surface (such as an equipment rack) to act as
ground.
2. Disconnect the interface cable from the GBIC.
3. Insert the protective covering into the port connectors.
4. Squeeze and hold the tabs on each side of the GBIC, then gently pull the GBIC out of the module.
5. Store the GBIC in a safe, static-free place.
Installing or Removing a Mini-GBIC
To install a mini-GBIC:
1. Put on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap and attach the clip end to a metal surface (such as an
equipment rack) to act as ground.
2. Remove the mini-GBIC from its protective packaging.
3. Gently insert the mini-GBIC into the slot on the front panel of the module until the mini-GBIC clicks into place.
The mini-GBICs are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. A tab on the bottom of the mini-GBIC locks the mini-
GBIC to the front panel of the module.
4. Remove the protective covering from the port connectors and store the covering for future use.
5. Insert the interface cable.
To remove a mini-GBIC:
1. Put on an ESD wrist strap and attach the clip end to a metal surface (such as an equipment rack) to act as
ground.
2. Disconnect the interface cable from the mini-GBIC.
3. Insert the protective covering into the port connectors.
4. Pull the sliding tab on the bottom of the mini-GBIC forward, away from the front panel of the module. Pulling
this tab unlocks the mini-GBIC from the front panel.
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