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SFP+ transceiver removal and replacement
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Complete the following steps to replace an SFP+ transceiver.
1. Making sure that the bail (wire handle) on an 8 or 10 Gbps transceiver is in the unlocked or
open position, position the optical transceiver so that the key is oriented correctly to the port.
Insert the transceiver into the port until it is firmly seated and the latching mechanism clicks.
The 16 Gbps SFP+ transceivers do not have bails. Use the pull tab on the 16 Gbps SFP+
transceivers to carefully push the transceiver into the port. Grasp the tab near the body of the
transceiver to reduce the chances of bending the tab.
Transceivers are keyed so that they can only be inserted with the correct orientation. If a
transceiver does not slide in easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented.
2. Position a cable so that the key (the ridge on one side of the cable connector) is aligned with
the slot in the transceiver. Insert the cable into the transceiver until the latching mechanism
clicks.
Cables are keyed so that they can be inserted in only one way. If a cable does not slide in
easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented.