Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port
Figure 3-8
Caution
For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide or
the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Configuration Guide.
Removing a Cable from an SFP Transceiver
When pulling a cable from a transceiver, grip the body of the connector. Do not pull on the jacket sleeve,
Caution
because this can compromise the fiber-optic termination in the connector.
If the cable does not remove easily, ensure that any latch present on the cable has been released before
Caution
continuing.
To remove the cable, follow these steps:
Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 1
Press the release latch on the cable, grasp the connector near the connection point, and gently pull the
Step 2
connector from the transceiver.
Insert a dust plug into the cable end of the transceiver.
Step 3
Insert a dust plug onto the end of the cable.
Step 4
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Connecting the LC-Type Cable to a Fibre Channel Port
LC plug
SFP module
If the cable does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented before continuing.
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Connecting the Cisco MDS 9200 Series
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