Creating Diagnostic Files; Optic Fiber Cleaning - Cisco ONS 15327 User Documentation

Chapter 12 Maintenance

12.11 Creating Diagnostic Files

When working with ONS 15327 customer support, you may need to record system information to a file
and send it to technical personnel for diagnosis.
Procedure: Create a Diagnostic File
Log into the node where you will retrieve the diagnostic files.
Step 1
In node view, click the Maintenance > Diagnostic tabs.
Step 2
Click Retrieve Diagnostics File.
Step 3
In the Save dialog box, type a file name. Do not add an extension to the file name; the CTC extension is
Step 4
added automatically.
Choose a directory where you want to save the file.
Step 5
Click Save. A dialog box confirms a successful file transfer. (The dialog box may take 20-30 seconds to
Step 6
display.)
E-mail the diagnostic file to the address given to you by customer support.
Step 7

12.12 Optic Fiber Cleaning

You can clean the optic fiber connected to an ONS 15327 node according to local site practice or by
following the procedures below.
Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the end of the unterminated fiber cable or connector.
Do not stare into the beam or view directly with optical instruments.
Note Replace all dust caps whenever the equipment will be unused for 30 minutes or more.
Procedure: Clean Fiber Connectors and Adapters with Alcohol and Dry Wipes
Using an inspection microscope, inspect each fiber connector for dirt, cracks, or scratches.
Step 1
Replace any damaged fiber connectors.
Step 2
Step 3 Remove the dust cap from the fiber connector.
Wipe the connector tip with the pre-moistened alcohol wipe.
Step 4
Blow dry using filtered air.
Step 5
Use an inspection microscope to inspect each fiber for dirt, cracks, or scratches. If the connector is not
Step 6
clean, repeat Steps 3–5.
Insert the fiber connector into the applicable adapter or attach a dust cap to the fiber connector.
Step 7
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