Transceivers are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If the transceiver resists pressure,
do not force it; turn it over, and reinsert it.
Apply a light pressure to the device until it clicks and locks into position.
4. Remove the dust cover from the optical bore, and insert the fiber optic connector.
Example
The following figure shows an example installation of a bore plug transceiver with the bail latch
facing up. The figure does not represent a specific product.
Job aid
Depending on the transceiver manufacturer, the SFP transceiver can use different types of locking
and extractor mechanisms.
The following figure shows the typical mechanism used on SFP transceivers; other locking
mechanisms exist although they are not shown here. In the following figure, the SFP transceiver
uses the bore plug. Pull the bail to release the device.
Installation and removal of transceivers
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