Cisco 3200 Series Hardware Upgrade Manual page 57

Chapter 4 Replacing the SFP Module
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Grasp the SFP module between your thumb and index finger, and carefully remove it from the module
slot.
Place the removed SFP module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment.
Do not remove the rubber plugs from the SFP module port or the rubber caps from the
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fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP
module ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.
Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings that identify the top side of the replacement SFP module.
Note On some SFP modules, the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings might be replaced by arrows
that show the direction of the connection, either send or receive (TX or RX).
Align the SFP module in front of the slot opening.
Insert the SFP module into the slot until you feel the connector on the module snap into place in the back
of the slot.
Remove the dust plugs from the SFP module optical ports. Store the plugs for later use.
Do not remove the dust plugs from the SFP module port or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic
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cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP module
ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.
Clean the fiber-optic connectors by using standard procedures.
Insert the LC cable connector into the SFP module.
Verify that the gasket is in place and replace the antenna end cap by using a 3/8-inch socket wrench to
remove the bolts, torquing the bolts to 58 to 68 in-lb.
For more information about replacing SFP modules and diagnosing their problems, see Cisco 3200
Series Router Hardware Reference Guide.
SFP Module Replacement Process
Cisco 3200 Series Router Hardware Upgrade Guide
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