Specifications

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Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference
the two screws you set aside in Step 1 by twisting securely into
the holes.
Figure 4. Changing the Bracket
SFP Overview
An SFP converts internal electrical signals to external optical signals
for transmission across the Fibre Channel media. The Fibre Channel
cable inserts into the connector of the SFP module.
There are several types of SFP modules currently available that can
be used in the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP. SFPs are hot pluggable,
which means they can be plugged into, or pulled out of the adapter
while the power is applied. SFPs are available from qualified third-
party vendors.
WARNING: If you switch SFPs while the system is powered
up, make sure the adapter is secured in the PCI slot. If the
adapter is not secured in the PCI slot, damage may occur to
the adapter and possibly the system’s logic board.
The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP comes with a multimode short
wave optical SFP that enables data transfer over short to medium
distances. For data transfer over longer distances, a single-mode
long wave optical SFP is available.