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Preparing for Chassis Installation

Preparing for Chassis Installation

This chapter describes the equipment and site requirements for installing the LightStream  1010 Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switch chassis. It includes the following:

Instructions for unpacking the system and additional equipment are provided in the document Unpacking Instructions, which is attached to the outside of the shipping container.

This chapter includes information about the following preinstallation requirements:

Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."
Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install or replace this equipment. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Safety Recommendations

The following guidelines will help to ensure your safety and protect the equipment. This list is not inclusive of all potentially hazardous situations that you may be exposed to as you install the switch, so be alert.

Warning Metal objects heat up when connected to power and ground, and can cause serious burns. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."
Warning Before working on a system that has an on/off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."
Warning This unit might have more than one power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the two power-supply cords before servicing the unit. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Safely Lifting the Chassis

The switch chassis weighs 32 pounds (13.6 kilograms) when empty (no PAMs or power supplies installed) and 67  pounds (30 kilograms) with two power supplies and PAM carriers installed. The chassis is not intended to be moved frequently. Before you install the switch, ensure that your site is properly prepared so you can avoid having to move the chassis later to accommodate power sources and network connections.

Two people are required to lift the chassis. Whenever you lift the chassis or any heavy object, follow these guidelines:

Caution Never attempt to lift an object that may be too heavy for you to lift safely.
Warning Never attempt to lift the chassis with the handles on the power supplies or the switching modules. These handles are not designed to support the weight of the chassis. Using them to lift or support the chassis can result in severe damage to the equipment and serious bodily injury. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Figure 2-1: Unsafe Lifting Practice


Safety with Electricity

The CMs, PAMs, and redundant (second) power supplies are designed to be removed and replaced while the system is operating, without presenting an electrical hazard or risking damage to the system. Before removing a redundant power supply, ensure that the first supply is powered on and that the powered supply being removed is powered off. However, you must shut down the system before removing or replacing the ASP.

Never install equipment that appears to be damaged.

Follow these basic guidelines when working with any electrical equipment:

In addition, use the guidelines that follow when working with any equipment that is disconnected from a power source but still connected to telephone wiring or other network cabling.

Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which occurs when electronic cards or components are improperly handled, can result in complete or intermittent failures. The ASP and PAMs each consist of a printed circuit card that is fixed in a metal carrier. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, and connectors are integral components of the carrier. Although the metal carrier helps to protect the cards from ESD, use a preventive antistatic strap whenever you handle the ASP or PAMs. Handle the carriers by the carrier edges only; never touch the cards or connector pins.

Caution Always tighten the captive installation screws on the ASP and PAMs when you are installing them. These screws prevent accidental removal of the ASP, CMs, and PAMs, provide proper grounding for the system, and help to ensure that the bus connectors are properly seated in the backplane.

Following are guidelines for preventing ESD damage:


Figure 2-2: Placement of Electrostatic Discharge Wrist Strap


Caution For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohms).

Site Requirements

This section discusses the site environment requirements for the switch chassis.

AC and DC Power

The 376W, AC-input AC power supply uses a power factor corrector (PFC) that allows it to operate on input voltage and current within the ranges of 100 to 240 VAC and 47 to 63  Hz.

The 376W, DC power supply operates with a minimum of 3.5A and a maximum of 70A at +5V.

A second, identical power supply is also present in a chassis configured with the redundant power option. Redundant power ensures that power to the chassis continues uninterrupted in the event that one power supply fails. It also provides uninterrupted power in the event that one power line fails; but in this case the redundant power supply operates only if the power supplies are connected to separate input lines. Table A-1 in the appendix "System Chassis Specifications" lists system power specifications, including input voltage and operating-frequency ranges.

Caution To avoid problems or damage to the switch, do not mix DC input power supplies with AC input power supplies in individual switches.

The following warning applies to AC power supplies:

Warning This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120  VAC, 15A  U.S. (240  VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors). To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Note In Germany only---the electrical rating is 240 VAC and 16A.

The following warnings and cautions apply to DC power supplies:

Caution This product relies on protective devices in the building installation for protection against short-circuit overcurrent, and earth faults. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 48 VDC, 20A is provided for the 48VDC source in the United States and Canada (60 VDC, 15A for the 60VDC internationally).
Warning Before installing a DC-input power supply, ensure that all power is off to the DC input circuit. Locate the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit and switch it to the off position. Tape the circuit breaker switch handle in the off position to prevent accidental closing of the circuit.
Warning Care must be given to connecting units to the supply circuit so that wiring is not overloaded. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Before connecting each unit, note it's power consumption rating in Table A-1 in the appendix "System Chassis Specifications."

Caution The power outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."
Warning  This equipment is intended to be grounded. Ensure that the host is connected to earth ground during normal use. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

Plant Wiring

Following are guidelines for setting up the plant wiring and cabling at your site. When planning the location of the new system, consider the distance limitations for signaling, EMI, and connector compatibility.

Interference Considerations

When wires are run for any significant distance in an electromagnetic field, interference can occur between the field and the signals on the wires. This fact has two implications for the construction of plant wiring:


Note To predict and remedy strong EMI, you may need to consult experts in RFI.

Refer to the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch ASP Installation Guide and LightStream 1010 ATM Switch PAM Installation Guide publications for detailed interface cabling information.

Equipment Racks

A standard rack-mount kit is provided for mounting the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. The rack-mount kit is not suitable for use with telco-type equipment racks, or those with obstructions (such as a power strip) that could impair access to the PAMs and power supplies. Figure 2-3 show the chassis footprint and outer dimensions.


Figure 2-3: Chassis Footprint and Outer Dimensions


To use the standard rack-mount kit, your equipment rack must meet the following requirements:

When planning your rack installation, consider the following guidelines:

Warning To prevent the switch from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature of 104ºF (40ºC). To prevent airflow restriction, allow at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."
Caution Never install the switch in an enclosed rack that is not properly ventilated or air- conditioned.
Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing the unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. To see translated versions of this warning, refer to the appendix "Translated Safety Warnings."

The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

In addition to the preceding guidelines, review the precautions for avoiding overtemperature conditions in the section "Equipment-Rack Ventilation" later in this chapter.


Figure 2-4: Installing the Switch in the Rack


Site Environment

The switch operates as a standalone system mounted in a rack in a secure wiring closet. It requires a dry, clean, well-ventilated, and air-conditioned environment. An internal fan assembly pulls cooling air through the chassis from the front and right side (intake) to the rear and left side (exhaust) when facing the front of the system. (See Figure 2-5.) The flow of ambient air must be maintained to ensure normal operation. If the airflow is blocked or restricted, or if the intake air is too warm, an overtemperature condition can occur. Under extreme conditions, the environmental monitor will shut down the system to protect the system components.

To ensure normal operation and avoid unnecessary maintenance, plan your site configuration and prepare your site before installation. After installation, make sure the site maintains an ambient temperature of 0 to 40ºC (32 to 104ºF), and keep the area around the chassis as free from dust as is practical. For a description of the environmental monitor and status levels, refer to the section "Environmental Monitoring and Reporting Functions" in the chapter "What is the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch?"


Figure 2-5: Internal Airflow


If the temperature of the room air drawn into the chassis is higher than desirable, the air temperature inside the chassis may also be too high. This condition can occur when the wiring closet or rack in which the chassis is mounted is not properly ventilated, when the exhaust of one device is placed so it enters the air intake vent of the chassis, or when the chassis is the top unit in an unventilated rack. Any of these conditions can inhibit airflow and create an overtemperature condition.

Multiple switches can be rack-mounted with little or no clearance above and below the chassis. However, when mounting a switch in a rack with other equipment or when placing it on the floor with other equipment located close by, ensure that the exhaust from other equipment does not blow into the intake vent (lower front panel) of the chassis.

Table 2-1 lists the operating and nonoperating environmental site requirements. To maintain normal operation and ensure high system availability, maintain an ambient temperature and clean power at your site. The following ranges are those within which the switch will continue to operate; however, a measurement that is approaching the minimum or maximum of a range indicates a potential problem. You can maintain normal operation by anticipating and correcting environmental anomalies before they exceed the maximum operating range.


Table 2-1: Specifications for Operating and Nonoperating E
nvironments
Minimum Maximum

Temperature, ambient operating

32ºF (0ºC)

104ºF (40ºC)

Temperature, ambient nonoperating and storage

-4ºF (-20ºC)

149ºF (65ºC)

Humidity (RH), ambient (noncondensing) operating

10%

90%

Humidity (RH), ambient (noncondensing) nonoperating and storage

5%

95%

Altitude, operating and nonoperating

Sea level

10,000' (3050 m)

Vibration, operating

5-200 Hz, 0.5 g (1 oct./min.)

Vibration, nonoperating

5-200 Hz, 1 g (1 oct./min.)
200-500 Hz, 2 g (1 oct./min.)

Preventive Site Configuration

Planning a proper location for the switch and the layout of your equipment rack or wiring closet is essential for successful system operation. Equipment placed too close together or inadequately ventilated can cause system overtemperature conditions. In addition, chassis panels made inaccessible by poor equipment placement can make system maintenance difficult. Following are precautions that can help avoid problems during installation and ongoing operation.

General Precautions

Follow these general precautions when planning your equipment locations and connections:

Equipment-Rack Ventilation

If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, follow these precautions to avoid overtemperature conditions in addition to the guidelines that are provided in the section "Equipment Racks" earlier in this chapter:

For a functional description of the environmental monitor and the status levels, refer to the section "Environmental Monitoring and Reporting Functions" in the chapter "What is the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch?"

Power

Take the following precautions when planning power connections to the switch:

Preparing Network Connections

When preparing your site for network connections to the switch, you need to consider numerous factors related to each type of interface:

Refer to the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch ASP Installation Guide and LightStream 1010 ATM Switch PAM Installation Guide publications for detailed port cabling information.

Unpacking the System

Unpacking instructions are provided in the document Unpacking Instructions, which is attached to the outside of the shipping container. If you have already read the unpacking instructions and followed the procedures to unpack your LightStream 1010 ATM switch, proceed to the next section "Checking the Contents" to verify that you have received all the required components.


Note Do not discard the shipping container when you have unpacked the switch. Flatten the shipping cartons and store them with the pallet. You will need these containers if you need to move or ship the switch in the future.

Checking the Contents

Refer to the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch Software Configuration Guide section "Switch Installation Checklist," in the appendix "Configuration Worksheets," to verify the contents of the shipping container. Use the switch installation checklist to create a record of your order and to ensure that you received all the components you ordered.

Take the following steps to check the contents of your LightStream 1010 ATM switch package:

Step 1 Check the contents of the accessories box against the "Switch Component Checklist" and the packing slip, and verify that you received all listed equipment, including the following:

Step 2 Check the PAMs in each slot. Ensure that the configuration matches the packing list and that all the interfaces are included.

Step 3 Complete the worksheets described in the section "Port Configuration Worksheets" in the appendix "Configuration Worksheets" in the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch Software Configuration Guide.

Step 4 Refer to the section "Site Log" in the appendix "Configuration Worksheets" in the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch Software Configuration Guide, then proceed to the chapter "Installing the LightStream 1010 ATM Switch Chassis" to begin installation.

Repacking the System

In the event that you need to return or move the LightStream 1010 ATM switch, the following instructions describe repacking the switch using the original packaging material:

Step 1 Set the LightStream 1010 ATM switch in the bottom pallet. (See Figure 2-6.)

Step 2 Place the top packing material over the top of the LightStream 1010 ATM switch.

Step 3 Place both accessory boxes on the top packing material.

Step 4 Place the outside carton over the entire package.

Step 5 Fold the outside carton down over the top of the accessory boxes and seal with packing tape.


Figure 2-6: LightStream 1010 ATM Switch Packing Material


Step 6 Wrap two packaging straps tightly around the top and bottom of the package to hold the outside carton and the bottom pallet together. (See Figure 2-7.)


Figure 2-7: LightStream 1010 ATM Switch Final Package



Note Do not use tape to hold the outside carton to the bottom pallet. Packaging straps must be added to hold the entire package together and to add strength to the package.

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