Deployment Guide

3 While pressing down the cable lever, pull the connector to remove the cable from the SFP+ module.
4 Replace the protective caps on the cable ends.
5 Replace the protective cap on the SFP+ module.
Installing Fibre Channel Cables
WARNING: Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with
laser modules that operate at greater than Class 1 power levels. Never look into the end of an optical
fiber cable or open receptacle.
Before installing an FC cable, see Guidelines for Using Fiber Optic Cables.
1 If applicable, remove the protective cap from the SFP+ module and store the protective cap for future
use.
2 Remove the two protective caps from one end of the cable and store them for future use.
3 Insert the cable into an SFP+ module that is installed in the storage array. The cable connector is keyed
for correct installation. Holding the connector, push in the cable until it clicks into place.
4 Remove the two protective caps from the other end of the cable and store them future use.
5 Connect this end of the cable to one of the following devices:
• An SFP+ module that is installed in an FC switch port
• An FC HBA port
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