In the data center, it’s important to ensure the network to work stably and efficiently, in which the way of installing and removing the optic transceiver/cable plays a key role in it. While at the migration process from the 10G-40G-100G, to some extent, 40G Ethernet becomes more common in today’s data center, especially QSFP+ interfaces products, such as QSFP+ optical modules and DAC/AOC cables. Therefore, from the perspective of it, today, I want to share a guide to install/remove QSFP+ Transceivers and DAC/AOC Cables in 40G Network for you in this article.
To have a better control of the installation/remove way of QSFP+, it would be better to get its basic information first.
QSFP+(Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) is the most common 40GbE interface type, and also as a high-density 10GbE interface via QSFP+ breakout cables. It connects a network device (switch, router, media converter or similar device) to a fiber optic or copper cable, supporting data rates of 4×10 Gbps and supporting Ethernet, Optic Fibre Channel, Infiniband and SONET/SDH standards with different data rate options. Compared with CFP (C form-factor pluggable) transceiver modules, QSFP+ transceiver modules are more compact and more suitable for port-density application.
Of course, except for these information, you still need to pay attention to these notes before you take series of operations on it.
1. As QSFP+ transceivers and DAC/AOC cables are hot-pluggable, QSFP+ modules can be installed/removed in your switch without system powered off.
2. To protect a QSFP+ module or cable from ESD (electro-static discharge) damage, ESD wrist strap should be worn and is securely grounded before installing or removing a QSFP+ module or cable. Besides, if ESD gloves are worn, the wrist strap should be worn on the ESD gloves.
After knowing about it, the specific way of installation and remove about it is easier to get. The following is about the respective introduction about them.
1. Installation & Remove Of QSFP+ Transceiver Module
Step 1. Removing the QSFP+ optical module from its antistatic container and removing the dust covers from the optical module connector.
Step 2. Removing rubber dust covers from the port where you install the QSFP+ optical module.
Step 3. Turning the clasp of the optical transceiver up. (Skip this step if the clasp is plastic.)
Step 4. Matching the module with the port in the chassis.
Step 5. Holding the module, and gently pushing it into the port until it is firmly settled in the port.
Step 6. Immediately attaching the patch cord with MPO connector or duplex LC connector to the QSFP+ optical transceiver.
B. Remove Of QSFP+ Optical Transceiver:
Step 1: Removing the optic fibers.
Step 2: Turning the clasp of the module down to the horizontal position. (Skip this step if the clasp is plastic.)
Step 3: Holding the module, gently pulling the module out of the port.
Step 4: Placing the QSFP+ optical transceiver into an antistatic bag.
2. Installation & Remove Of 40G QSFP+ DAC/AOC Cable
A. Installation Of 40G QSFP+ DAC/AOC Cable:
Step 1. Connecting the QSFP+ optical transceiver (with the clasp on the top) at one end of the cable with the port in the chassis.
Step 2. Horizontally and gently pushing the module into the port until it’s fully settled in the port.
B. Remove of 40G QSFP+ DAC/AOC Cable:
Step 1. Gently pressing and releasing the QSFP+ optical transceiver.
Step 2. Holding the cable, gently pulling the clasp on the cable to pull it out of the optical module.
In a word, a correct installation is essential to keep the stability and efficiency of network system. Infiberone can offer more guides about this aspect. If you want to know more, welcome to contact us any time.
Note: About us: We are a sub-brand of Gigalight, we focus on high-end optical network devices, mainly supplying industrial-grade optical transceivers and professional optical interconnection components for data centers. With more than 10 years' experience in optics industry, we now have professional R&D team(more than 100 engineers) and stable supply ability.
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