Administrator Guide

Figure 7. Mounting the C1048P in a 2-Post Rack

Connecting to a C9010 Switch

The C1048P port extender has two 10G SFP+ ports on the front panel (see Figure 2). The two SFP+ ports

provide 10GbE uplinks to a C9010 switch with SFP+ transceivers. At least one 10GbE SFP+ uplink is

required to connect to a C9010 switch.

NOTE: A C1048P can connect to a C9010 switch only through a 10GbE SFP+ port; a C1048P

cannot connect to a C9010 through a 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 port.

CAUTION: ESD damage can occur if the components are mishandled. Always wear an ESD-

preventive wrist or heel ground strap when handling the PE and its components.

WARNING: When working with optical fibres, follow all the warning labels and always wear eye

protection. Never look directly into the end of a terminated or unterminated fibre or connector

as it may cause eye damage.

To connect to a C9010:

1. Position the SFP+ optic correctly over a port. The optic has a key that prevents it from being inserted

incorrectly.

2. Insert the optic into an SFP+ port until it gently snaps into place.

3. Connect one end of an appropriately connectorized fiber-optic cable into the port. Connect the

other end to an SFP+ connector in a C9010 switch.

Installing the Hardware