Getting Started
14 EXFO EX1
Connecting the RJ45 and SFP Ports
RJ45 Port
The RJ45 port is used for testing the Ethernet network using a wired
electrical connection. It can also be used to connect to the network for
firmware upgrade (refer to Software on page 41).
Connect the RJ45 port of the EXFO EX1 device to the Ethernet network and
make sure the link is up (refer to RJ45 Port and LEDs on page 7).
SFP Port
The SFP port is used for testing an Ethernet optical network. Insert an SFP
optical module into the EXFO EX1 interface receptacle.
Carefully connect optical fibre cables to the transceiver IN and OUT ports.
To ensure good signal quality, make sure that the optical fibre connector is
fully inserted into the optical connector port.
Note: Do not replace the transceiver while the test is running to avoid distorting
results. First stop the test, replace the transceiver, and then restart the test.
CAUTION
To prevent exceeding the maximum input power level please use an
attenuator when a loopback configuration is used.
CAUTION
Before inserting an optical module into the interface receptacle,
inspect the receptacle to make sure nothing is inside.
WARNING
Use only EXFO supported transceivers. Refer to www.exfo.com for
the list of supported transceivers. Using non-supported transceivers
can affect the performance and accuracy of the test.
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