MRV Communications EM316SW-XY Switch User Manual


 
Fiber Driver
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EM316SW-XY
PN 1288003-001, Rev D2
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3.3.3 Working with SFPs
The pluggable optics modules used in the EM316xx products are extremely portable, and
consequently may be easily mistreated. If SFPs are not protected against dust, remove the dust
caps and clean them with 1.25 millimeter cleaners.
Figure 15 -- SFP cleaners
3.3.3.1 Cleaning SFPs
3.3.3.1.1 Requirements
SFP to be cleaned
1.25 mm cleaners
3.3.3.1.2 Procedure
Insert the 1.25mm cleaner into the SFP
Turn ¼ turn
Remove the 1.25mm cleaner and discard
Repeat the process
Do not stretch optical fibers or bend them too tightly. Install optical cables with as little fiber
stress as possible.