Removing and replacing an Ethernet SFP transceiver

When a failure occurs on a single 10 or 25 gigabits per second (Gbps) Ethernet link, the small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver might need to be replaced.

Before you begin

DANGER
Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords. (L003)
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Multiple plugs: second set
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Multiple plugs: first set

The following procedure is applicable to all SAN Volume Controller nodes. However, the location of the Ethernet adapter slots varies on each node. In addition, the type of card that is supported can vary. Use the management GUI to see information about the Ethernet ports or run the lsportip command.

About this task

This service action requires the following actions.
  • Turn off the node.
  • Disconnect the power cables.
  • Disconnect the data cables.

Complete the following steps to remove and then replace an SFP transceiver:

Procedure

  1. Read the safety information that is described in Preparing to remove and replace parts.
  2. Identify the 10 or 25 Gbps Ethernet port that is failing.
  3. Before you turn off the node, ensure that its data is mirrored and synchronized. For more information, see MAP 5350: Powering off a node . Power off the node because the serial cable must be removed to give access to the SFP transceivers.
  4. Remove the fiber-optic cable from the port that has the problem by pressing its release tab and pulling out the cable. Be careful to exert pressure only on the connector and do not pull on the fiber-optic cable. If necessary, remove the serial cable to get access to the SFP transceiver.
  5. Release the latch on the faulty SFP transceiver and remove it from its slot. The SFP transceiver can vary, depending on the type of network adapter used.
    • Figure 1 illustrates an SFP transceiver and its release handle. To release this type of SFP transceiver, unclip the latching handle then pull the latching handle.
      Figure 1. SFP transceiver
      This figure is a photograph of a small form-factor pluggable (SFP) connector
    • Figure 2 shows an example of an SFP transceiver for a 25 Gbps (RoCE) networking adapter. To release this type of SFP transceiver, gently pull on the protruding tab of the SFP.
      Figure 2. 25 Gbps SFP transceiver (RoCE)
      Photograph of an SFP connector (25 Gbps adapter)
    • Some SFP transceivers might have a plastic tag. If so, pull the tag to remove the SFP transceiver.
    Important: The customer might be using a non-standard SFP transceiver. Always check that the SFP transceiver that you replace matches the SFP transceiver that you remove.
  6. Insert the replacement SFP transceiver fully into the aperture that is vacated in step 5.
    • To insert an SFP transceiver like the one shown in Figure 1, open the latching handle of the transceiver, push the transceiver fully into its slot, then close the latching handle.
    • To insert an SFP transceiver like the one shown in Figure 2, press the transceiver into its slot until the device clicks into place.
  7. Replace the fiber-optic cable that was removed by gently pushing into the SFP transceiver until it clicks into place.
  8. Replace the serial cable and secure it in place.
  9. Power on the node.
  10. Confirm that the error is now fixed. If possible, check the status that is given by the Ethernet monitoring tools. Depending on the failure indication that you originally noted, either mark the error as fixed or restart the node.