How to install and remove a SFP
                      HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE A SFP+ TRANSCEIVER 
The installation of a SFP+ transceiver is quite simple. However it is particularly 
advisable to read the installation manual to be able to familiarize with the module and 
comply with the various pointers regarding the set up of the module. SFP+ transceivers 
include exceptional characteristics and they are able to use 4 different latching 
mechanisms:
 Bale Clap mechanism
 Mylar Tab mechanism
 Slide Tab mechanism
 Actuator Button mechanism
As GBIC-SHOP Blueoptics© SFP+ optical transceivers use the Bale Clap latching 
mechanism we can specially recognition in this kind of latching mechanism.
It is strongly advocated now no longer to put in or remove the optical transceivers with 
fiber cables connected to them as this will reason a potential damage to the cable as a 
way to limit the overall performance of the transmission. Also removing and re-installing 
the optical transceivers again and again will eventually shorten its running life. It’s 
relatively recommended now no longer to remove and install those modules except is 
absolutely necessary.
The Bale Clasp SFP+ module has a clasp that is used for securing the transceiver in the
port.
It is highly recommended to always refer to the datasheet or user manual of any new 
transceivers to familiarize with its properties and the latching mechanism. As there are 
many manufacturers offering their transceivers on the market, they use different latching
mechanisms and different latching mechanisms have different installation and removal 
procedures. Removing the SFP+ transceiver is also a very simple process if you follow 
the instruct is highly recommended to always refer to the datasheet or user manual of 
any new transceivers to familiarize with its properties and the latching mechanism. As 
there are many manufacturers offering their transceivers on the market, they use 
different latching mechanisms and different latching mechanisms have different 
installation and removal procedures.uctions:
Attach an ESD preventive wrist strap and comply with its instructions. The different give 
up of the strap should be connected to a recommended place at the rack
 Disconnect the cable from the transceiver and immediately insert the dust plug. The 
dust plug won’t interfere with the elimination process 
Open the bale clasp mechanism, with the assist of a small flat-blade screwdriver or your
index finger, in a downward direction. If by any chance the dust plug interferes with the 
hole of the latching mechanism, remove it, open the bale clasp and insert the dust plug 
without delay after
Grasp the optical transceiver lightly and carefully slide it out of the port 
Place the optical transceiver on an antistatic mat or at once location it in a static 
shielding bag Protect the newly opened port with a clean SFP module cage cover. 
The module cage cover should be usually inserted whilst there's no SFP+ module 
installed
When installing and removing various optical transceivers, the general 
rules are:
Always wear an ESD preventive strap. This strap can both be connected on your wrist 
or your ankle. ESD stands for Electrostatic Discharge. This is a sudden flow of 
electricity among electrically charged objects. The buildup of the static energy may be 
due to an electrostatic induction.
 Do NOT cast off the protective dust plugs beforehand. Always remove them while you 
are ready to attach the cables. Dust will eventually motive attenuation Always protect 
the open port of the tool with a dedicated module cage cover
It is especially encouraged to always check with the datasheet or person manual of any 
new transceivers to familiarize with its properties and the latching mechanism. As there 
are many manufacturers providing their transceivers at the market, they use different 
latching mechanisms and different latching mechanisms have different set up and 
removal procedures.
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Phone:
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