Cabling a fiber optic transceiver, Cleaning the fiber optic connectors – Brocade FCX Series Hardware Installation Guide User Manual
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Cabling a fiber optic transceiver
Use the following steps to cable a fiber optic transceiver.
1.
Remove the protective covering from the fiber-optic port connectors and store the covering for
future use.
2.
Before cabling a fiber optic transceiver, Brocade strongly recommends cleaning the cable
connectors and the port connectors. For more information, refer to
on page 70.
3.
Gently insert the cable connector (a tab on each connector should face upward) into the
transceiver connector until the tabs lock into place.
4.
Observe the link and active LEDs to determine if the network connections are functioning
properly. For more information about the LED indicators, refer to
on page 71.
Cleaning the fiber optic connectors
To avoid problems with the connection between the fiber optic transceiver (SFP, SFP+, or mini-GBIC)
and the fiber cable connectors, Brocade strongly recommends cleaning both connectors each time
you disconnect and reconnect them. Dust can accumulate in the connectors and cause problems such
as reducing the optic launch power.
To clean the fiber cable connectors, Brocade recommends using a fiber optic reel-type cleaner. You
can purchase this type of cleaner from the following Website:
When not using an SFP connector, make sure to keep the protective covering in place.
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