Cisco GainMaker Optoelectronic Node 1GHz with 65 86 MHz Split Installation Guide

Removing and Reinstalling the Optical Modules

The following optical components can be removed and reinstalled from the node

optical section. The node may contain one optical transmitter and up to two optical

receivers.

To Remove or Reinstall the Optical Transmitter

Complete the following steps to remove or reinstall an optical transmitter from the

optical section.

WARNING:

Laser transmitters disconnected from their optical fiber path emit

invisible laser radiation which is harmful to the human eye. If viewed

at close range, the radiation may be of sufficient power to cause

instantaneous damage to the retina of the eye. Only trained service

personnel using proper safety precautions and equipment, such as

protective eyewear, should disconnect and service the laser transmitter

equipment.

1 Open the node housing. Refer to

To Open the Node Housing (on page 15).

2 Remove the AC shunt power directors.
3 Rotate the fiber management tray out of its stored position. Refer to

To Unstow

the Fiber Management Tray (on page 22).
Note: Using your index finger, pull up on the fiber tray pull-tab lever and rotate

the fiber management tray to partially expose the optical modules below.

4 Disconnect the fiber connector from the fiber bulkhead in the fiber management

tray.

5 Route the fiber pigtail through the fiber access slot.
6 Using a flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the two mounting screws to remove the

optical transmitter.
GainMaker Optical Transmitter Module

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