Extreme Networks BlackDiamond 8800 Series - LX100 Mini-GBIC; Preparing to Install or Replace a Mini-GBIC

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LX100 mini-GBIC
The LX100 mini-GBIC requires the software versions listed in Table 58.
Table 59 lists specifications for the LX100 mini-GBIC.
Preparing to Install or Replace a Mini-GBIC
Complete the following tasks before inserting the mini-GBIC:
1 Inspect and clean the fiber tips, coupler, and connectors.
2 Prepare and clean an external attenuator, if needed.
When handling fiber cables, take the following precautions to prevent damage to the cables:
● Do not stretch the fiber.
● Make sure the bend radius of the fiber is not less than 2 inches (5.08 cm).
Table 58: LX100 mini-GBIC software requirements
Switch Model Required Software
BlackDiamond Switches
BlackDiamond 10808 ExtremeXOS 12.0 or later
BlackDiamond 8800 series ExtremeXOS 12.0 or later
BlackDiamond 12804 ExtremeXOS 12.0 or later
BlackDiamond 12802 ExtremeXOS 12.0 or later
Summit Switches
Summit X450 series ExtremeXOS 11.4.1 or later
Summit X450a series ExtremeXOS 11.5.1 or later
Summit X250e series ExtremeXOS 12.0 or later
Table 59: LX100 mini-GBIC specifications
Parameter Minimum Typical Maximum
Transmitter
Average launch power 1 dBm 3 dBm 5 dBm
Center wavelength 1540 nm 1550 nm 1570 nm
Receiver
Receive sensitivity –29 dBm
Average receive power –9 dBm
Operating wavelength 1540 nm 1550 nm 1570 nm