Connecting a network device to a fiber port, Automatic mdi or mdix detection, Installing a fiber optic module – Brocade FastIron GS and GS-STK Hardware Installation Guide User Manual
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Automatic MDI or MDIX detection
All 10/100 and Gigabit Ethernet Copper ports on FGS and FGS-STK devices support automatic
Media Dependent Interface (MDI) and Media Dependent Interface Crossover (MDIX) detection.
This feature is enabled on all 10/100 and Gigabit copper ports by default. For each port, you can
disable auto MDI or MDIX, designate the port as an MDI port, or designate the port as an MDIX
port.
For more information about this feature and how configure it, refer to the FastIron Configuration
Guide.
Connecting a network device to a fiber port
For direct attachment from the Brocade device to a Gigabit NIC, switch, or router, fiber cabling with
an LC connector is required.
To connect the Brocade device to another network device using a fiber port, you must do the
following:
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Install a fiber optic module (SFP transceiver or mini-GBIC for Gigabit Ethernet ports, or
XFP-MSA transceiver for 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports)
•
Cable the fiber optic module
The following sections provide information about performing these tasks.
Installing a fiber optic module
You must install a fiber optic module (SFP or XFP transceiver) in each Gigabit Ethernet and
10-Gigabit Ethernet fiber port you want to use.
You can install a new fiber optic module in a port while the Brocade device is powered on and
running.
To install a fiber optic module, you will need an ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to a metal
surface.
DANGER
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a series 1 meg ohm resistor.
To install a fiber optic module:
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by attaching the clip end to a metal surface
(such as an equipment rack) to act as ground.
2. Remove the new module from its protective packaging.
3. Gently insert the fiber optic module into the port until the module clicks into place. The module
is keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
Cabling a fiber optic module
To cable a fiber optic module: