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Chapter 2 Installing and Starting Up the Switch

Connecting to the GBIC Module Ports

Note Install the Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICs) as described in the

“GBIC Module Slots” section on page 1-10, and then connect to the

1000BaseX ports.

For detailed instructions on installing, removing, and cabling the GBICs

(1000BaseSX module or the 1000BaseLX/LH module), refer to the GBIC

documentation.

For detailed instructions on installing and cabling the GigaStack GBICs, see the

Catalyst GigaStack Gigabit Interface Converter Hardware Installation Guide.

Connecting to a 1000BaseX GBIC Module Port

Caution Do not remove the rubber plugs from the fiber-optic port or the

rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect

the cable. The plugs and caps protect the fiber-optic port and cable

from contamination and ambient light.