Installation guide

372 Extreme Networks Consolidated "e" and "i" Series Hardware Installation Guide

Installing GBICs and Mini-GBICs

Installing or Replacing a GBIC

You can add and remove GBICs from a Extreme Networks switch without powering off the system.

Figure 180 shows the three types of GBICs.

Figure 180: GBIC types

CAUTION

Use only Extreme-approved optic devices within Extreme switches. Optical modules provided by

Extreme Networks are compliant for use with Extreme systems.

To insert a GBIC:

1 Holding the GBIC by its sides, insert the GBIC into the slot on the I/O module or the switch.

2 Slide the GBIC into the slot until you hear an audible click, indicating the GBIC is securely seated. If

the GBIC has a handle, push down on the handle to secure the GBIC.

NOTE

Remove the SC fiber-optic or the RJ-45 connector from the GBIC before removing the GBIC from the

I/O module or the switch.

To remove a GBIC similar to the one labeled “Module A” in Figure 180, rotate the front handle up and

pull the GBIC out of the slot.

To remove a GBIC similar to one labeled “Module B” or “Module C” in Figure 180, squeeze the side

tabs to release the GBIC, and pull the GBIC out of the slot.

EW_GBIC

Module A Module B Module C

Handle

Tab