Gigabit Interface Converter Installation Note Product Numbers: WS-G5484(=), WS-G5486(=), WS-G5487(=) This installation note provides the technical specifications and installation instructions for the Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICs) that you install in the Catalyst 6000, Catalyst 5000, and Catalyst 4000 family Gigabit Ethernet ports that accept GBICs.
Overview Overview The GBIC is a hot-swappable input/output device that plugs into a Gigabit Ethernet port, linking the module port with the fiber-optic network. There are two physical GBIC models available; one model has a locking handle that secures the GBIC in the module; the other model uses two clips, one on each side of the GBIC, that secure the GBIC in the module. GBICs are also available in three optical models.
Overview When using an LX/LH GBIC with a 62.5-micron diameter MMF, you must install a mode-conditioning patch cord (CAB-GELX-625 or equivalent) between the GBIC and the MMF cable on both the transmit and receive ends of the link in the following situations: • Less than 328 feet (100 meters). When illuminating short lengths of MMF with an LX/LH GBIC, the mode-conditioning patch cord reduces the amount of optical power coupled into the MMF.
Overview Specifications GBIC specifications are listed in Table 3. GBIC transmitter power and receiver sensitivity values are listed in Table 4. Table 3 GBIC Specifications Specification Description Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.39 x 1.18 x 2.56 inches (1 x 3 x 6.5 cm) Weight 1 ounce maximum (28.4 grams) Connectors Multimode fiber-optic: SC Single-mode fiber-optic: SC Connector polishing SX — The SX GBIC uses ball lenses and an air gap.
Overview Table 5 GBIC Port Cabling Specifications GBIC SX 2 Wavelength (nm) Fiber Type Core Size1 (micron) Modal Bandwidth (MHz/km) Cable Distance 850 62.5 160 722 feet (220 meters) 62.5 200 902 feet (275 meters) 50.0 400 1640 feet (500 meters) 50.0 500 1804 feet (550 meters) 62.5 500 1804 feet (550 meters) 50.0 400 1804 feet (550 meters) 50.0 500 1804 feet (550 meters) SMF 8.3/9/10 – 6.2 miles (10 km) SMF 8.3/9/10 – 43.5 miles (70 km) 8 – 62.
Safety Overview Safety Overview Safety warnings appear throughout this publication in procedures that, if performed incorrectly, may harm you. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement. Warning This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.
Safety Overview Advarsel Dette varselsymbolet betyr fare. Du befinner deg i en situasjon som kan føre til personskade. Før du utfører arbeid på utstyr, må du vare oppmerksom på de faremomentene som elektriske kretser innebærer, samt gjøre deg kjent med vanlig praksis når det gjelder å unngå ulykker. Hvis du vil se oversettelser av de advarslene som finnes i denne publikasjonen, kan du se i avsnittet "Translated Safety Warnings" [Oversatte sikkerhetsadvarsler] i dette dokumentet.
Required Tools Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Warning During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself. Required Tools No tools are required to remove or install a GBIC. Installing the GBIC Two physical GBIC models are available.
Installing the GBIC Figure 2 Installing a GBIC (With Clips) GBIC Squeeze in clips and slide GBIC into slot NK LI 51180 Plug Step 4 Slide the GBIC through the flap covering the socket opening until you hear a click indicating the GBIC is locked into the slot. Step 5 When you are ready to attach the network interface fiber-optic cable, remove the plug from the GBIC optical bore and save the plug for future use. Gigabit Interface Converter Installation Note 78-5399-03 Rev.
Removing a GBIC Installing a GBIC with a Handle To install a GBIC that has a handle, follow these steps: Step 1 Remove the GBIC from its protective packaging. Step 2 Check the label on the GBIC to verify that the GBIC is the correct model (SX, LX/LH, or ZX) for your network. Step 3 Remove the plug from the optical bore. Step 4 Slide the GBIC into the module socket. See Figure 3. You can install the GBIC with the handle either up or down. Step 5 a.
Standards Compliance Specifications Removing a GBIC with Clips If you are removing a GBIC that has clips, follow these steps: Step 1 Disconnect the network fiber-optic cable from the GBIC SC-type connector. Step 2 Release the GBIC from the slot by simultaneously squeezing the two plastic tabs (one on each side of the GBIC). Step 3 Slide the GBIC out of the Gigabit Ethernet module slot. A flap drops down to protect the Gigabit Ethernet module connector. Step 4 Place the GBIC in an antistatic bag.
Translated Safety Warnings You can determine whether your equipment is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the Cisco equipment or one of its peripheral devices. If the equipment causes interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.
Translated Safety Warnings Warnung Avvertenza Advarsel Aviso ¡Advertencia! Varning! Warnhinweis Bevor Sie das System installieren, in Betrieb setzen oder warten, lesen Sie die Anleitung zur Standortvorbereitung und Sicherheitshinweise . Dieses Handbuch enthält wichtige Informationen zur Sicherheit, mit denen Sie sich vor dem Verwenden des Systems vertraut machen sollten.
Translated Safety Warnings Advarsel Bare opplært og kvalifisert personell skal foreta installasjoner, utskiftninger eller service på dette utstyret. Aviso Apenas pessoal treinado e qualificado deve ser autorizado a instalar, substituir ou fazer a revisão deste equipamento. ¡Advertencia! Varning! Solamente el personal calificado debe instalar, reemplazar o utilizar este equipo. Endast utbildad och kvalificerad personal bör få tillåtelse att installera, byta ut eller reparera denna utrustning.
Translated Safety Warnings Invisible Laser Radiation Warning Warning Waarschuwing Varoitus Because invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the port when no cable is connected, avoid exposure to laser radiation and do not stare into open apertures. Omdat er onzichtbare laserstraling uit de opening van de poort geëmitteerd kan worden wanneer er geen kabel aangesloten is, dient men om blootstelling aan laserstraling te vermijden niet in de open openingen te kijken.
Translated Safety Warnings Product Disposal Warning Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Waarschuwing Het uiteindelijke wegruimen van dit product dient te geschieden in overeenstemming met alle nationale wetten en reglementen. Varoitus Tämä tuote on hävitettävä kansallisten lakien ja määräysten mukaisesti.
Translated Safety Warnings Wrist Strap Warning Warning Waarschuwing During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself. Draag tijdens deze procedure aardingspolsbanden om te vermijden dat de kaart beschadigd wordt door elektrostatische ontlading.
Related Documentation Related Documentation For more detailed installation and configuration information, refer to these publications: • Site Preparation and Safety Guide • Catalyst 4003 and 4006 Switch Installation Guide • Catalyst 5000 Family Installation Guide • Catalyst 6000 Family Installation Guide • Catalyst 6000 Family Module Installation Guide Obtaining Documentation The following sections provide sources for obtaining documentation from Cisco Systems.
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Obtaining Technical Assistance Contacting TAC by Using the Cisco TAC Website If you have a priority level 3 (P3) or priority level 4 (P4) problem, contact TAC by going to the TAC website: http://www.cisco.com/tac P3 and P4 level problems are defined as follows: • P3—Your network performance is degraded. Network functionality is noticeably impaired, but most business operations continue.
