We strongly recommend that you do not insert or extract fiber-optic SFP/SFP+ modules with cables attached because of the potential damage to the cables, the cable connector, or the optical interfaces in the SFP/SFP+ module. Disconnect all cables before extracting or inserting an SFP/SFP+ module.
Extracting and inserting an SFP/SFP+ module can shorten its useful life. Do not extract and insert SFP/SFP+ modules more often than is absolutely necessary.
Static electricity can damage electronic components. Wear a wrist strap grounded through one of the system's ESD ground jacks when servicing system components.
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If the SFP/SFP+ module has a bale actuator, make sure the actuator is in the locked (up) position, as shown in the following figure.
On some SFP/SFP+ modules, the send and receive (TX and RX) markings might be replaced by arrows that show the direction of the connection, either send or receive (TX or RX). Refer to the following figure for the correct orientation.
Insert the SFP/SFP+ module into the bay until you feel the connector on the module snap into place in the rear of the bay.
Do not remove the dust plugs from the fiber-optic SFP/SFP+ module port or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP/SFP+ module ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.
Remove the dust plugs from the optical ports, if applicable, and store them for later use. Only remove the dust plugs immediately before inserting a cable into the optical port.