Installing an XFP Module

You can install or remove an XFP module in your Extreme Networks switch without powering off the system.

Warning

XFP modules contain Class 1 lasers. Invisible laser radiation can occur when laser connections are unplugged. Do not stare into the beam. This device is compliant with FCC 21 CFR 1040.10 and EN60825-1A2:2001.

Caution

To prevent ESD damage to the XFP module, always use an appropriately grounded ESD-preventive wrist strap when installing or removing the module. Handle the module by its sides only. Never touch the card-edge connectors at the insertion end of the module.

Remove the XFP module from its antistatic container and remove the dust covers from the module optical connectors.
If your module has a protective pad covering the card-edge connector, remove it. Store the antistatic container, dust covers, and card-edge connector protective pad in a clean location from which they can be easily retrieved if you need to uninstall the module.
Remove any rubber dust covers from the port where you are installing the XFP module.
On a Summit option card, move the handle to an upright position to access the XFP ports (see Accessing the XFP Ports).
Accessing the XFP Ports
Make sure that the XFP handle (bail latch) is rotated all the way up.
Holding the module by its sides, partially insert the XFP module into the XFP port.
See Installing an XFP Module (ExtremeSwitching and Summit Switches) and Installing an XFP Module (BlackDiamond 8800 series switches).
Installing an XFP Module (ExtremeSwitching and Summit Switches)

Installing an XFP Module (BlackDiamond 8800 series switches)
Slide the XFP module as far as possible into the slot until you hear it click, indicating that it is firmly attached.
See Installed XFP Module ExtremeSwitching and Summit Switches) and Installed XFP Module (ExtremeSwitching 8000 series Switches).
Installed XFP Module ExtremeSwitching and Summit Switches)

Installed XFP Module (ExtremeSwitching 8000 series Switches)
If you are installing only one XFP module, make sure that all unoccupied ports are covered with rubber dust covers, which are shipped with the option card or I/O module.

Note
To prevent permanent damage to a ZR XFP or DWDM XFP module, always check the optical input power of the receiver before inserting the fiber cable. The maximum optical input power for these XFPs is –7 dBm. If you use an optical loopback for diagnostics, the loopback requires a minimum of 15 dB optical attenuation. The recommended attenuation range is 15 to 20 dB.
To ensure that your XFP module is undamaged upon installation, you can correlate factory test data with your installation site test data by consulting the average power reference values shown on the XFP module test data sheet (part no. 121080-00) enclosed with the module.