Installation 
  4.3 Inserting and removing pluggable transceivers 
SCALANCE XR-300WG 
Operating Instructions, 05/2017, C79000-G8976-C454-01 
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Inserting and removing pluggable transceivers 
4.3.1
 
General notes for SFP transceivers 
 
Use only approved SFP transceivers 
If you use SFP transceivers that have not been approved by Siemens AG, there is no 
guarantee that the device will function according to its specifications. 
If you use unapproved SFP transceivers, this can lead to the following problems: 
•  Damage to the device 
•  Loss of the approvals 
•  Violation of the EMC regulations 
Use only approved pluggable transceivers. 
 
Note 
Plugging and pulling during operation 
You can plug and pull pluggable transceivers wit
h the device in operation. 
Documentation for SFP transceivers 
You will find detailed information in the operating instructions of the pluggable transceivers, 
see the chapter "AUTOHOTSPOT" section "Additional documentation". 
 
Using a pluggable transceiver (SFP) 
Follow the steps below to insert a pluggable transceiver: 
1.  Remove the sealing plug of the pluggable transceiver slot. 
2.  Close the clip of the pluggable transceiver.  
3.  Insert the pluggable transceiver in the pluggable transceiver slot until you hear it engage. 
The pluggable transceiver is then firmly secured. 
4.  Insert the connecting cable into the pluggable transceiver until you hear it engage. 
The connecting cable is then firmly secured.