Sun Enterprise 3500 System Reference Manual

GBICs

Each SBus+ and Graphics+ I/O board has two onboard connectors; each connector accommodates one GBIC (100 MB/sec Fibre Channel).

Removing a GBIC

  1. Locate the GBIC to be removed. See Figure 4-20 or Figure 4-21.

    Figure 4-20 SBus+ I/O Board GBIC Connector Locations

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    Figure 4-21 Graphics+ I/O Board GBIC Connector Locations

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  2. Remove the GBIC from the I/O+ board by compressing the locking tabs located on either side of the card and pulling straight out from the opening in the I/O+ board panel. See Figure 4-22.

    Figure 4-22 Removing or Installing a GBIC

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Installing a GBIC

  1. Locate the GBIC slot for installation. See Figure 4-20 or Figure 4-21.

  2. Ensure correct orientation for insertion.

    The alignment slots are on the bottom of the GBIC. See Figure 4-22.

  3. Insert the GBIC into the I/O+ board panel slot and then push in to firmly seat the card.

    An audible click indicates the GBIC is properly seated to the onboard connector.