Replacing the gigabit ethernet copper transceiver, Removing the gig-e copper transceiver, Removing the gig-e copper transceiver -23 – McDATA ULTRANETTM EDGE STORAGE ROUTER 3000 User Manual

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Hardware Maintenance

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Replacing the Gigabit Ethernet Copper Transceiver

Replacing the Gigabit Ethernet Copper Transceiver

This section provides procedures for removing and installing the
Gigabit Ethernet Copper transceiver.

Tools required:

No special tools are required.

CAUTION

Attach a wrist strap and follow ESD procedures during the
handling of all electronic components.

The transceivers are hot swappable, which means they can be
replaced while the Edge unit is in operation.

Removing the Gig-E
Copper Transceiver

There is only one type of Copper transceiver used for the Gig-E
interface card, use the following procedure for removal.

1. Remove the cabling from the transceiver.

2. Lift the metal clasp up.

3. Carefully pull the transceiver out of the Gig-E interface card.

CAUTION

Laser radiation is invisible and can damage the eye.
Unterminated optical connectors may emit laser radiation.
Do not view the beam with the naked eye or with optical
instruments. Dust caps and dust covers MUST be left in
place on all unterminated bulkhead receptacles and on the
end of every radiating fiber jumper.

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