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Ferrule bore – Allied Telesis AT-GS924GB User Manual

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Installation

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GBICs are dust sensitive. When the GBIC is stored or when a fiber-
optic cable is not plugged in, always keep plugs in the GBIC
optical bores.

The most common source of contaminants in the optical bores is
debris picked up on the ferrules of the optical connectors. Use an
alcohol swab or wipe to clean the ferrules of the optical
connector.

Figure 9 Optical Bore and Ferrule of GBIC Module

Note

Unnecessary removal and insertion of a GBIC could lead to
premature failure.

4. Slide the GBIC module into an expansion slot on the switch. The GBIC

module is completely seated in the slot when it clicks into place.

Figure 10 Installing a GBIC Module

5. If you purchased two GBIC modules for the switch, repeat this

procedure to install the second module.

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