Name: Cisco MDS 9396T
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Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port

The Fibre Channel ports in the Cisco MDS 9396T switch are compatible with LC-type fiber-optic SFP+

transceivers and cables (see the Removing and Installing Cables into SFP Transceivers section). You can use

these ports to connect to the SAN or for in-band management. For information about configuring the switch

for in-band management, see the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration Guide and the Cisco

NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.

Each transceiver must match the transceiver on the other end of the cable, and the cable must not exceed the

stipulated cable length for reliable communications. SFP+ transceivers can be ordered separately or with the

Cisco MDS 9396T switch.

Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Warning

Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams

or view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051

Warning

Wear an ESD wrist strap connected to the chassis when handling transceivers. Keep optical connectors covered

when not in use, and do not touch connector ends. The fiber-optic connectors must be free of dust, oil, and

other contaminants.

Note

Removing and Installing SFP+ Transceivers

Removing and installing an SFP+ transceiver can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP+

transceivers more often than is absolutely necessary. We recommend disconnecting cables before installing

or removing SFP+ transceivers to prevent damage to the cable or transceiver.

Warning

Use only Cisco SFP+ transceivers on the Cisco MDS 9396T switch. Each Cisco SFP+ transceiver is encoded

with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP+ transceiver meets the requirements for

the switch.

Note

The Cisco MDS 9396T switch supports SFP+ transceivers with the following two types of latching devices:

• Mylar tab latch

• Bale-clasp latch

Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396T Switch

Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port

Cisco MDS 9396T Connecting Guide

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