H3C S9500E Series, Connecting Manual

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Connecting the switch to the network through an optical fiber 

Use an optical fiber to connect an optical fiber port, for example, Ethernet fiber port, POS fiber port, or 

RPR fiber port, on the switch to the network. You must install a transceiver module to the switch, and then 

insert the fiber connector to the module.  

Introduction to fiber connector 

Fiber connectors are indispensable passive components in an optical fiber communication system. They 

allow the removable connection between optical channels, which makes the optical system debugging 

and maintenance more convenient and the transit dispatching of the system more flexible. Among 

various fiber connectors, only the LC connector is described here. 

Figure 8

LC connector 

Precautions 

Follow these precautionary steps: 

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When selecting a fiber network facility, make sure the type of the connector and the fiber matches 
the adopted optical port. 

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Be sure to install the dust cover if the optical port is not connected to a fiber connector. 

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Some invisible rays may be emitted from the optical port if the optical port is not connected to a 
fiber connector or the dust cover is removed. Therefore, never stare at the optical port directly. 

•

Never bend or curve a fiber when connecting it. 

Installing a transceiver module 

The installation procedures of an XFP, SFP, and SFP+ module are similar. The following uses an SFP 

module as an example. 

CAUTION: 

Do not touch the golden finger of an SFP module during installation. 

To install an SFP module: 

1.

Put on an ESD-preventive wrist strap, and make sure it makes good skin contact, and is well 
grounded. 

2.

Unpack the SFP module. Close the clasp by pushing it up over the SFP module, and then gently 
insert the SFP module into the interface slot until it clicks into place, as shown in 

Figure 9

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