Gbic Overview - HP LC2000r - NetServer - 128 MB RAM Manual

GBIC Overview

A GBIC converts internal electrical signals to external electrical or optical
signals for transmission across the Fibre Channel media. The Fibre Channel
cable inserts into the connector of the GBIC module.
There are several types of GBIC modules currently available that can be used in
the D8602B Fibre Channel Adapter. GBICs are "hot pluggable," which means
they can be plugged into, or pulled out of the Adapter while the power is
applied.
CAUTION
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Figure 2-1. Installing Adapter
Do not remove or insert the Adapter while power is
applied. If you do switch GBICs while the system is
powered up, make sure the Adapter is secured in the PCI
slot. If the Adapter is not secured in the PCI slot, damage
may occur to the Adapter and possibly the system's logic
board.