Allied Telesis AT-SBX31GP24 User Manual

Chapter 2: Installation

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To install an XFP transceiver in the AT-SBx31XZ4 Line Card, perform the 
following procedure:

1. Remove the dust plug from a transceiver slot on the switch. Refer to 

Figure 52. Removing an XFP Dust Plug

2. Remove the transceiver from its shipping container and store the 

packaging material in a safe location.

3. Position the transceiver with the label facing down.

4. Slide the transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place, as shown in 

Figure 53. Installing an XFP Transceiver

5. Repeat this procedure to install other XFP transceivers.

6. Go to “Cabling the Twisted-Pair or Fiber Optic Ports” on page 82 for 

installation cabling guidelines in the XFP transceiver ports.

For XFP optical and cabling specifications, consult the XFP module 
data sheet available at www.alliedtelesis.com. Refer to “Where to Find 
Web-based Guides” on page 13 for information about how to navigate 
to this information.

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