Procedure steps – Nortel Networks 4500 Series User Manual

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Removing an XFP

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WARNING

Risk of eye injury by laser

Fiber optic equipment can emit laser or infrared light that can
injure your eyes. Never look into an optical fiber or connector
port. Always assume that fiber optic cables are connected to a
light source.

CAUTION

Risk of equipment damage

To prevent damage from electrostatic discharge, always wear
an antistatic wrist strap connected to an ESD jack.

Procedure steps

Step

Action

1

Disconnect the network fiber cable from the XFP connector.

2

Affix a dust cover over the optical connector.

3

Pull the bail mechanism on the XFP to release the XFP.

4

Slide the XFP out of the module XFP slot.

If the XFP does not slide easily from the module slot, use a
gentle side-to-side rocking motion while firmly pulling the XFP
from the slot.

5

Replace the port dust cover or EMI plug in the module.

6

Store the XFP in a safe place until needed.

ATTENTION

If you discard the XFP, be sure to dispose of it according to all
national laws and regulations.

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Nortel Ethernet Routing Switch 4500 Series

Installation — SFPs and XFPs

NN47205-301

02.01

20 October 2008

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