Connecting A Fiber-Optic Cable To A J-Ex Series Switch - Dell PowerConnect J-EX8216 Hardware Manual

Related
Documentation

Connecting a Fiber-Optic Cable to a J-EX Series Switch

CAUTION: Before you slide the transceiver into the port, ensure the
transceiver is aligned correctly. Misalignment might cause the pins to
bend, making the transceiver unusable.
Slide the transceiver in gently until it is fully seated.
5.
Remove the rubber safety cap when you are ready to connect the cable to the
6.
transceiver.
WARNING: Do not look directly into a fiber-optic transceiver or into the
ends of fiber-optic cables. Fiber-optic transceivers and fiber-optic cables
connected to transceivers emit laser light that can damage your eyes.
Figure 55: Installing a Transceiver in a J-EX Series Switch
Removing a Transceiver from a J-EX Series Switch on page 168
Connecting a Fiber-Optic Cable to a J-EX Series Switch on page 127
Optical Interface Support in J-EX8200 Switches on page 51
J-EX Series switches have field-replaceable unit (FRU) optical transceivers to which you
can connect fiber-optic cables.
Before you begin connecting a fiber-optic cable to an optical transceiver installed in a
J-EX Series switch, ensure that you have taken the necessary precautions for safe handling
of lasers (see "Laser and LED Safety Guidelines and Warnings for J-EX Series Switches"
on page 207).
Chapter 9: Installing Switch Components
127