Asante Technologies 35160 - Manual (Page 13)

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2.3 GBIC Interfaces
The GBIC Interface is the industry standard for Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces. Some of the benefits of GBIC
include reducing the components needed in your “spares” inventory, a wide variety of manufacturers with
cross-vendor compatibility and competitive prices.
Instructions for installing, removing, and maintaining GBIC modules are provided in following sections.
Model Part Number Standard Media
GBIC 1000SX 99-00549-01 1000BaseSX Multi-mode fiber
GBIC 1000LX 99-00550-01 1000BaseLX Single mode fiber
GBIC 1000T 99-00673-01 1000BaseT Category 5 UTP copper
GBIC 1000TP 99-00647-07 1000BaseT Category 5 UTP copper
Table 2-1 GBIC Modules by Asanté
2.3.1 Installing a GBIC
GBICs are hot-swappable. This means that they can be inserted and removed while the unit is powered on.
However, you should allow 40-60 seconds for the switch to recognize the module when it has been installed
while the unit is on.
1. Wearing an ESD (electro-static discharge) wrist strap, remove the GBIC module from its protective
packaging.
2. Verify that the GBIC is the correct type for your network (see the table above).
3. Grip the sides of the GBIC with your thumb and forefinger, then insert the GBIC into the slot on the
face of the switch.
4. Slide the GBIC into the slot until you hear or feel a click. The click indicates that the GBIC is locked
into the slot.
5. Fiber GBIC modules: Remove the rubber plugs from the end of the GBIC module. Save them for
future use.
6. Attach the appropriate cable.
Note: After installing a GBIC 1000T module, the link LED may light even before a valid cable has been
connected. This is a normal condition for most 1000BaseT GBIC modules.