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Aspirant

Dec 20, 2016

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Cable test for SFP+ optical modules

Hi All, We have two XS708e installed in our collocation provider rack. We have installed into 8th port of the switches AXM761 SFP+ modules and connected them to storage with Cable Matters LC-LC c...

DaneA
Dec 20, 2016
Hi Vohid,

I believe the Cable Tester on the ProSAFE Plus Utility is used for ethernet cables not for SFP+ cables.

Refer on the image below. Kindly try to connect the SFP+ module on the port on the XS708E where the arrow is pointed to then check if there is a connection between your two XS708E.

Regards,

DaneA

NETGEAR Community Team

Vohid

Aspirant

Dec 21, 2016

Hi DaneA,

Thanks for the answer. We have found out that optical cables are in good state by your method. Yes cable test in ProSAFE Plus Utility is used only for ethernet cables.

Best Regards,

Vohid Azimov

DaneA

NETGEAR Employee Retired

Dec 21, 2016

Vohid,

You're welcome! :) I'm glad that the optical cables are working.

Feel to post your future concerns here in the community. Happy Holidays! :)

Cheers,

DaneA

NETGEAR Community Team