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Cisco Nexus 5500 Platform and Cisco Nexus 5000 Platform Hardware Installation Guide
OL-15902-01
Chapter 3 Connecting the Switch
Connecting to an Ethernet Port
Step 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the device.
Connecting to an Ethernet Port
To connect to an Ethernet port, you must install SFP+ transceivers and connect them with optical cables.
This section includes the following topics:
• Installing and Replacing SFP+ Transceivers, page 3-4
• Installing Cables into SFP+ Transceivers, page 3-6
Installing and Replacing SFP+ Transceivers
Caution Excessively removing and installing an SFP+ transceiver can shorten its life. Unless it is absolutely
necessary, do not remove and insert SFP+ transceivers. To prevent damage to the cable and transceiver,
we recommend that you disconnect cables before installing or removing SFP transceivers.
This section includes the following topics:
• Installing an SFP+ Transceiver, page 3-4
• Replacing an SFP+ Transceiver, page 3-5
Installing an SFP+ Transceiver
To install an SFP+ transceiver, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the port cage.
Step 3 Remove the dust cover from the port end of the transceiver.
Step 4 Insert the transceiver into the port as follows:
• If the transceiver has a Mylar tab latch, position the transceiver with the tab on the bottom, and then
gently insert the transceiver into the port until it clicks into place.
• If the transceiver has a bale clasp latch, position the transceiver with the clasp on the bottom, close
the clasp by pushing it up over the transceiver, and then gently insert the transceiver into the port
until it clicks into place.
Caution If the transceiver does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly positioned and the tab or
clasp are in the correct position before continuing.