Cisco MDS 9000 Series Hardware Installation Guide

To install a cable into a transceiver, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the connector on the cable.
Step 3 Remove the dust plug from the cable end of the transceiver.
Step 4 Align the cable connector with the transceiver and insert the connector into the transceiver until it clicks into place.
Figure 16: Connecting an LC-Type Cable to a Fibre Channel Port
The LC connector has keys to allow insertion only one way into the transceiver. If the cable does not install
easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented before continuing.
Caution
For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration Guide and the
Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.
Removing a Cable from an SFP Transceiver
• When pulling a cable from a transceiver, grip the body of the connector. Do not pull on the jacket sleeve
because this can compromise the fiber optic termination in the connector.
• If the cable does not remove easily, ensure that any latch present on the cable has been released before
continuing.
Caution
To remove the cable, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Press the release latch on the cable, grasp the connector near the connection point, and gently pull the connector from
the transceiver.
Step 3 Insert a dust plug into the cable-end of the transceiver.
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Removing a Cable from an SFP Transceiver

Cisco MDS 9000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	MDS 9000 Series
Category	Switch
Language	English