Nortel Networks 312865-A - Manual (Page 8)

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2 Verify that the GBIC is the correct model for your network
configuration (
Table 1 on page 4 ).
3 Remove the dust cover from the GBIC’s optical bores.
4 Grasp the GBIC between your thumb and forefinger.
5 Insert the GBIC into the slot on the front panel of the Gigabit
Ethernet switching module
(Figure 3) .
Figure 3 Inserting the GBIC into the switching module
Removing a GBIC
This section lists the steps for removing a GBIC.
To remove a GBIC:
1 Disconnect the network fiber cable from the GBIC
connector.
Note: GBICs are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.