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Prepare for Installation
Before you install the Cisco NCS 540 large density routers, you must prepare your site for installation.
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General Precautions

Observe the following general precautions when using and working with your router:
• Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources, and do not block cooling vents.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing so can cause fire or electric
• Position system cables and power supply cable carefully. Route system cables, the power supply cable,
• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site
Prepare Yourself , on page 8
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shock by shorting out interior components.
and plug so that they are not stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing else rests on your system
component cables or power cable.
modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Prepare for Installation Before you install the Cisco NCS 540 large density routers, you must prepare your site for installation. Preparing your site involves these tasks: • General Precautions, on page 1 • Site Planning Checklist, on page 2 •...

  • Page 2: Site Planning Checklist

    GR-3108-CORE, is between: • –40 to 158°F (–40 to 65°C) • 5% and 85% RH For more information on environmental properties and regulatory standards, see the Cisco Network Convergence System 540 Large Density Routers Data Sheet. Airflow Guidelines Cool air is circulated through the router by fans that are located along the rear side of the router. The internal fans maintain acceptable operating temperatures for the internal components by drawing in cool air through the vents, and circulating the air through the router.
  • Page 3 Prepare for Installation Airflow Guidelines • Front clearance—5 inches (12.7 centimeters) • Rear clearance—2 inches (5.08 centimeters) Figure 1: Airflow Side View for N540-24Q8L2DD-SYS Note the following points: • When installing the router in a back-to-back position with another device, ensure that there is a minimum of 3.9 inches (10 centimeters) airflow clearance between the two devices.

  • Page 4: Recommended Airflow

    Prepare for Installation Recommended Airflow Recommended Airflow The movement of air around the router should not be more than 1 m/s from 5 inches front clearance. Site Power Guidelines The chassis has specific power and electrical wiring requirements. Adhering to these requirements ensures the reliable operation of the system.

  • Page 5: Site Cabling Guidelines

    Before you install the router, have all the additional external equipment and cables on hand. For information about ordering, contact a Cisco customer service representative. The extent of your network and the distances between the network interface connections depend, in part, on the following factors: •...

  • Page 6: Interference Considerations

    Prepare for Installation Asynchronous Terminal Connections If wires exceed the recommended distances, or if wires pass between buildings, give special consideration to the effect of a lightning strike in your vicinity. The electromagnetic pulse caused by lightning or other high-energy phenomena can easily couple enough energy into unshielded conductors to destroy electronic devices.

  • Page 7: Tools And Equipment

    Prepare for Installation Tools and Equipment experienced such problems, you should consult with RFI and EMI experts to ensure that you have adequate electrical surge suppression and shielding of signal cables in your router operating environment. Tools and Equipment You need the following tools and equipment to install and upgrade the router and its components: •...

  • Page 8: Prepare Yourself

    Prepare for Installation Prepare Yourself Figure 2: Building with Rack Room Connected to Earth Ground Prepare Yourself This section illustrates how to prepare yourself before removing the chassis from the sealed antistatic bag. The figures show how to wear the ESD strap around the wrist and how to connect the other end of the strap to the ground.

  • Page 9: Prepare Rack For Router Installation

    Prepare for Installation Prepare Rack for Router Installation Figure 3: Wearing the ESD Strap Prepare Rack for Router Installation Install the chassis into a two-post standard rack with standard horizontal mounting rails. Before you mount the chassis into the rack, we recommend that you do the following: Step 1 Place the rack where you plan to install the chassis.

  • Page 10: Unpack The Cisco Ncs 540 Large Density Routers

    Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco NCS 540 Large Density Routers Note Ventilated cabinets and racks are not recommended for OSP applications. Table 1: Cabinet Type for Indoor and Outdoor Installation Cabinet Type Suitable for Indoor Installation? Suitable for Outdoor Installation?
  • Page 11 Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco NCS 540 Large Density Routers Be sure to save the packaging in case you need to return any of the components products. Note These images are for only representation purposes. The chassis' actual appearance and size would vary.
  • Page 12 Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco NCS 540 Large Density Routers Figure 4: Unpacking the Device Regular Slotted Container (shipping box) Foam end caps Front corrugated cap Front end of the product Back end of the product Accessory tray Prepare for Installation...
  • Page 13 N540-RKM-ETSI-FHC N540-CBL-BRKT-FHC Note Most Cisco documentation is available online. The chassis Pointer Card that is shipped with your Cisco NCS 500 Series Services Routers contains links and information to other online documentation. Note If the product is not in use, store the device in the initial packaged condition or in an ESD PE sealed bag with silica gel.
  • Page 14 Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco NCS 540 Large Density Routers Prepare for Installation...

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