Installation Instructions

• Verify that the SFP+ is the correct model for your network configuration.
• Before you install the optical connector, ensure it is clean.
Danger:
Risk of eye injury by laser
Fiber optic equipment can emit laser or infrared light that can injure your eyes. Never look
into an optical fiber or connector port. Always assume that fiber optic cables connect to a
light source.
Electrostatic alert:
Risk of equipment damage
To prevent damage from electrostatic discharge, always wear an antistatic wrist strap
connected to an ESD jack.
Warning:
Risk of equipment damage
Only trained personnel can install this product.
Warning:
Risk of equipment damage
SFP+ transceivers are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If the SFP+ resists pressure, do
not force it; turn it over, and reinsert it.
About this task
Install an SFP+ to provide a 10 Gb Ethernet interface between the device and other network
devices.
Installing an SFP+ takes approximately three minutes.
Procedure
1. Remove the SFP+ transceiver from its protective packaging.
2. Grasp the SFP+ transceiver between your thumb and forefinger.
3. Insert the SFP+ transceiver into an SFP+ slot on the switch.
Apply a light pressure to the SFP+ transceiver until the device clicks and locks into
position.
4. Remove the dust cover from the SFP+ optical bores and insert the fiber optic
cable.
Installing an SFP+
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