Extreme 3802 Installation Guide
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Extreme Networks Consolidated "i" and "e" Series Hardware Installation Guide
Installing GBICs and Mini-GBICs
Installing or Replacing a GBIC
You can add and remove GBICs from a Extreme Networks switch without powering off the system.
Figure 178 shows the three types of GBICs.
Figure 178 shows the three types of GBICs.
Figure 178: GBIC types
CAUTION
Use only Extreme-approved optic devices within Extreme switches. Optical modules provided by
Extreme Networks are compliant for use with Extreme systems.
Extreme Networks are compliant for use with Extreme systems.
To insert a GBIC:
1
Holding the GBIC by its sides, insert the GBIC into the slot on the I/O module or the switch.
2
Slide the GBIC into the slot until you hear an audible click, indicating the GBIC is securely seated. If
the GBIC has a handle, push down on the handle to secure the GBIC.
the GBIC has a handle, push down on the handle to secure the GBIC.
NOTE
Remove the SC fiber-optic or the RJ-45 connector from the GBIC before removing the GBIC from the
I/O module or the switch.
I/O module or the switch.
To remove a GBIC similar to the one labeled “Module A” in Figure 178, rotate the front handle up and
pull the GBIC out of the slot.
pull the GBIC out of the slot.
To remove a GBIC similar to one labeled “Module B” or “Module C” in Figure 178, squeeze the side
tabs to release the GBIC, and pull the GBIC out of the slot.
tabs to release the GBIC, and pull the GBIC out of the slot.
EW_GBIC
Module A
Module B
Module C
Handle
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