Removing a copper or fiber-optic module

You can remove a copper or fiber SFP or SFP+ transceiver from a slot while the ICX 7250 device is powered on and running.

While removing a copper or fiber-optic module, be sure to 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.

To remove a copper or fiber-optic module from an SFP or SFP+ slot, complete the following steps.

  1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by attaching the clip end to a metal surface (such as an equipment rack).
  2. Disconnect the copper or fiber cable connector from the port connector.
  3. Unlock the copper or fiber-optic module by pulling the bail latch forward, away from the front panel of the module. This unlocks the module from the front panel.
    Note: On 1000Base-SX ports, the bail latch is enclosed in a black sleeve, and on 1000Base-LX ports, the bail latch is enclosed in a blue sleeve.

    Unlocking the bail latch

    1. Bail latch
    Note: The bail latch may be attached to either the top or the bottom of the SFP transceiver.
  4. Grasp the bail latch and pull the copper or fiber-optic module out of the port.

    Removing the fiber-optic module

  5. Store the copper or fiber-optic module in a safe, static-free place or in an anti-static bag.
  6. If you are installing a new module, install the new copper or fiber-optic module in the port. For instructions to install a fiber-optic transceiver, refer to Installing a fiber-optic transceiver.
Parent topic: Copper or fiber-optic module replacement