Installing a fiber-optic transceiver

You can install a new fiber-optic transceiver in an SFP or SFP+ slot while the device is powered on and running.

While installing a transceiver, wear an ESD wrist strap with a plug that can be inserted in the ESD connector on the ICX 7250 device.

Danger: For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a series 1 megohm resistor.
Danger: All fiber-optic interfaces use Class 1 lasers.

Perform the following steps to install a fiber-optic transceiver.

  1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by attaching the clip end to a metal surface (such as an equipment rack) to act as ground.
  2. Remove the new transceiver from the protective packaging.
  3. Gently insert the transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place. Transceivers are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
    Note: The location of the fiber-optic interface shown is for illustration purposes only. They may be in a slightly different location on the device you are using.

    Installing a transceiver

    1. Transceiver
Parent topic: Copper or fiber-optic module replacement