- Identify
the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform
in conjunction with this task.
See Installation Task Overview.
- Attach the cable to the appropriate
connector of the node or host.
- Route and bundle the data cables
through the physical topology.
- Bring the cable to the location
in the rack where the module is installed.
-
If a plug is present, remove the plug from the optical transceiver receptacle.
Orient the optical transceiver squarely and horizontally with the selected QSFP+
port, then carefully insert the transceiver into the port on the module until
you feel a detent or click.
Note -
Ensure the metal clip on the optical transceiver is in the closed
position.
- Remove the protective cap from the fiber cable connector. Orient the cable connector into the
transceiver's receptacle squarely and horizontally, until you feel a detent or
click.
- Repeat Step 2 to Step 6 for any other transceivers and cables to be connected.
- If the rack rear door is installed,
close and secure it.
- Verify the module installation.
See Verify Module Installation.