Installing an SFP Module

You can add or remove SFP modules in your switch without powering off the system.

Optical SFP Module Types and Connectors and Copper SFP Module show the types of SFP modules and connectors.

Note

The bidirectional SFP modules combine two SFP optical devices that must be used as a pair to establish the bidirectional connection over a single fiber. Module C and Module D in Optical SFP Module Types and Connectors show the pair of SFPs for a bidirectional SFP module.

Warning

Optical SFPs 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 an SFP 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.

Holding the SFP module by its sides, insert the SFP module into the port on the switch.
Slide the SFP module into the port until you hear it click.

If the SFP module has a handle, push up on the handle to secure the SFP module.

Note

Disconnect fiber-optic cable from an optical SFP module before removing the SFP module from the port.