16N Installation Guide, V4.2.X (AA-RVULB-TE, April 2004)

Backing Up the Configuration and Upgrade Firmware

70 SAN Switch 2/8V, 2/16V and 2/16N Installation Guide

Maintaining the SAN Switch 2/8V, SAN Switch 2/16V and

SAN Switch 2/16N

The SAN Switch 2/8V, SAN Switch 2/16V and SAN Switch 2/16N switches do

not require any regular physical maintenance; they were designed to minimize the

chance of failure.

Ensure that the environmental conditions, described in “Technical Specifications”

on page 87, are met. This helps prevent failure of the switch due to distress or

abuse.

Installing an SFP

If your switch did not come with installed SFPs, or you are replacing older ones,

follow these instructions to install your SFP:

1. Making sure that the bale (wire handle) is in the unlocked position, and place

the SFP in the correctly oriented position on the port, as shown in Figure 19

on page 71.

2. Slide the SFP into the port until you feel it click into place and close the bale.

In some cases you might need to remove an SFP transceiver, either because it is no

longer needed or because you must replace it.

To remove SFP transceivers:

1. Press and hold the cable release, as shown in Figure 19 on page 71.

2. Remove the cable from the transceiver.

3. Pull the bale (wire handle) to release the transceiver.

4. Grasping it by the bale, gently but firmly pull the transceiver out of the port.

Caution: If the SFP you are removing does not have a bale, use a small

implement such as a screwdriver to press the release trigger beneath the port.

Non-baled SFPs can be damaged by the removal process and are not

recommended. See “Optional Hardware Kits” on page 24 for a list of

supported SFPs and devices.

5. Repeat this procedure for the remaining ports as required.