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This chapter describes the optical card configuration which includes OC-3/12 connections.
OC-3 Connection
OC-3/12 card provides OC-3 line interfaces in both transmit and receive directions. The
connectivity is made through an LC connector.
To connect OC-3 interface, perform the following steps:
1. Identify and label the LC connector cables.
2. Connect the cable to LC connectors, and ensure that retention slide operates to hold the
connector in place.
3. Route the cables securely along the right side or left side of the rack depending on the
position of the card. Figure below shows OC-3 connection using OC-3/12 card.
OC-12 Connection
OC-3/12 card provides OC-12 line interfaces in both transmit and receive directions. The
connectivity is made through an LC connector. In OC-12 mode, SFPs of OC-12 capacity is
plugged in at ports 1 and 5.
To connect OC-12 interface, perform the following steps:
1. Identify and label the LC connector cables.
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Installing Optical Cards
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Figure 21: OC-3 Connection