Nortel Networks 1000BASE-ZX Manual Do Utilizador

Appendix B Installing a Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC)

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Figure 79   Types of GBICs

GBICs are shipped with a protective rubber plug in the connectors. Leave the plug 
in place when no cables are connected to the GBIC.

The Nortel Networks label on a typical GBIC (

) contains a Nortel 

Networks serial number, a bar code, a manufacturer’s code, an interface type, and 
a part number.

Figure 80   Nortel label on a GBIC

Note: You must have the Nortel Networks serial number, the 
manufacturer’s code, the interface type, and the part number of your 
GBIC available when you contact a Nortel Networks service 
representative for troubleshooting purposes. 

9702FA

GBIC model with

extractor tabs

GBIC model with

extractor handle

Serial number

Part number

9706EA

GBIC interface type
Bar code

Manufacturer code