Dell PowerVault MD3800f and MD3820f Series Storage Arrays Deployment Guide

The storage array requires SFP+ modules. SFP+ modules convert electrical signals to optical signals that are required for FC transmission to and from RAID controller modules. After installing the SFP+ modules, fiber-optic cables are used to connect the storage array to other FC devices. Before installing SFP+ modules and fiber-optic cables, read the following information:

• Use only Dell supported SFP+s with the Dell PowerVault MD3600f series storage arrays. Other generic SFP+s are not supported and may not work with the storage arrays.
• The SFP+ module housing has an integral guide key that is designed to prevent you from inserting the SFP+ module incorrectly.
• Use minimal pressure when inserting an SFP+ module into a FC port. Forcing the SFP+ module into a port may damage the SFP+ module or the port.
• Use minimal pressure when inserting an SFP+ module into a FC port. Forcing the SFP+ module into a port may damage the SFP+ module or the port.
• You must install the SFP+ module into a port before you connect the fiber-optic cable
• You must remove the fiber-optic cable from the SFP+ module before you remove the SFP+ module from the port.