3com 4200G Installation guide

Brand: 3com

Model: 4200G

Type: Installation guide

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3Com 4200G is a versatile networking device that offers a range of features to enhance your network connectivity. With its XFP interface module, you can connect to high-speed networks using fiber optic cables. The XENPAK optical module provides an alternative option for fiber connectivity, supporting hot-swapping for convenient maintenance.

Installation is simple and straightforward, requiring minimal effort and technical expertise. The included documentation provides clear instructions for both XFP and XENPAK module installation and removal.

The 3Com 4200G supports hot-swapping of XENPAK optical modules, allowing you to replace or upgrade modules without interrupting network operations. This feature ensures minimal downtime and seamless network maintenance.

3Com Switch 4200G

10G Interface Module

Installation Guide

1. XFP Interface Module

1.1 Appearance and front panel

Figure 1 Appearance of an XFP interface module

Figure 2 Front panel an XFP interface module

1.2 Installation

Step 1: Put on an ESD-preventive wrist strap and verify it is properly

grounded. Then remove the XFP interface module from the package.

Step 2: Loosen the filler panel mounting screws on the rear panel of the

switch with a screwdriver and remove the filler panel.

Step 3: Hold the fastening screws on the front panel of the XFP interface

module, and gently push the module in along the slot guide rail until the

module is in close contact with the switch.

Step 4: Tighten the fastening screws with a screwdriver to secure the XFP

interface module.

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(1): Switch (2): Optional module slot

(3): XFP interface module (4): Push-in direction

Figure 3 Installing an XFP interface module

Note: (1) Store the filler panel for future use.

(2) When tightening the fastening screws at both sides of the

optional module with a screwdriver or an electric screwdriver,

make sure that the torque is not bigger than 0.4 N-m.

1.3 Removal

Step 1: Put on an ESD-preventive wrist strap and verify it is properly

grounded.

Step 2: Loosen the fastening screws at both sides of the XFP interface

module using a screwdriver.

Step 3: Pull the XFP interface module towards you, until it completely

comes out of the switch chassis.

Note: When installing or removing an optional interface module, pay

attention to the following points:

(1) Do not use too much force in the operation, and do not

touch the surface-mounted components directly with your

hands.

(2) After removing an optional module, if no new module is to

be installed, install the filler panel as soon as possible to

prevent dust and ensure the normal ventilation in the switch.

2. XENPAK Optical Module

2.1 Appearance and front panel

Figure 4 Appearance of a XENPAK optical module

Figure 5 Front panel of a XENPAK optical module

2.2 Installation

Step 1: Put on an ESD-preventive wrist strap and verify it is properly

grounded. Then remove the XENPAK optical module from the package.

Step 2: Loosen the two mounting screws on the small cover plate in the

middle on the filler panel with a screwdriver and remove the small cover

plate.

Note: When installing a XENPAK optical module, you do not need to

remove the entire filler panel. Just remove the small cover

plate in the middle on the filler panel.

Step 3: Hold the fastening screws on the front panel of the XENPAK

optical module, and gently push the XENPAK optical module in along the

slot guide rail until the XENPAK optical module is in close contact with the

switch.

Step 4: Tighten the fastening screws on the XENPAK optical module with

a screwdriver to fix the XENPAK optical module on the filler panel.

(1): Switch (2): Filler panels for optional module slots

(3): Small cover plate (removed) in the middle on the filler panel

(4): Push-in direction (5): XENPAK Optical Module

Figure 6 Installing a XENPAK optical module

Note: (1) Retain the small cover plate for future use.

(2) Do not tighten the module screws more than 0.4 Nm.

(3) The switch 4200G supports hot swapping of XENPAK

optical modules.

2.3 Removal

Step 1: Put on an ESD-preventive wrist strap and verify it is properly

grounded.

Step 2: Loosen the fastening screws at each side of the XENPAK optical

module using a screwdriver.

Step 3: Pull the XENPAK module until it comes out of the switch chassis.

3Com Corporation 350 Campus Drive

Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752-3064 USA

www.3Com.com

Part Number: 10014918 Rev. AA

Published July 2006

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Model: 4200G

Type: Installation guide

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