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Installing the Cisco 6400

Installing the Cisco 6400

This chapter describes the procedures for installing the Cisco 6400 universal access concentrator (UAC) in a rack, connecting the interface and power cables, and powering up the Cisco 6400 at your site.

3.1 Contents

This chapter includes the following sections:

The sequence of procedures covers typical installations; you may need to modify these procedures if you have different site conditions. Recommended tools, equipment, and supplies are listed for each stage.

3.2 Installation Safety Guidelines

The following guidelines will help to ensure your safety and protect the equipment. This list does not cover all potentially hazardous situations.

Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source.

Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.

Warning To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles on modules (such as power supplies, fans or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the weight of the unit. Lift the unit only by using handles that are an integral part of the chassis, or by grasping the chassis underneath its lower edge.
Warning Two people are required to lift the chassis. To prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your legs, not your back.

3.3 Mounting the Cisco 6400 Chassis

The Cisco 6400 chassis can be mounted in any of the following ways:


Note Alternative mounting arrangements cannot be used when the Cisco 6400 chassis is used with its optional AC power shelf. When used with the AC power shelf, the Cisco 6400 chassis and the AC power shelf must be flush-mounted in a 19-inch rack, with the AC power shelf directly below the Cisco 6400. The Cisco 6400 chassis can never be mounted directly on the floor.

3.3.1 General Guidelines for Chassis Mounting

When installing the chassis in the rack, you should follow the guidelines provided here:

Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

Note The rack must be unobstructed. This kit is not suitable for use with racks other than those described in this manual, or with those that have obstructions, such as a power strip. Access to the system modules and power supplies must be unimpaired.

3.3.2 Recommended Tools, Equipment, and Supplies

The tools and equipment listed below are recommended as the minimum necessary for Cisco 6400 installation. You may need additional tools and equipment to install associated equipment and cables. You may also require test equipment to check electronic and optical signal levels, power levels, and communications links.

3.3.3 Flush-Mounting in a 19-Inch Rack

The Cisco 6400 UAC chassis can be flush-mounted in a 19-inch equipment rack by means of the rack mounting kit provided with your system. The chassis can be mounted with either the front or the rear chassis panel facing outward towards the aisle.


Note At least three people are required to mount the chassis: two persons to hold the unit, and one person to attach the screws. You should follow safe lifting practices when handling the Cisco 6400 chassis.

To install the rack-mount and cable-management brackets on a Cisco 6400 for a flush rack-mount configuration, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Place the Cisco 6400 chassis on a flat work surface and inspect it thoroughly for damage before mounting.

Step 2 Attach the mounting brackets so that the flanges that protrude to the sides are at the front of the chassis. Use three M5 screws per bracket. (See Figure 3-1.)


Figure 3-1: Flush-Mounting Cisco 6400 Chassis in a 19-Inch Rack


Step 3 Two people are required to perform this step. A person should stand on either side of the chassis placing one hand in the air intake at the bottom front of the chassis. With the other hand grasp the top of the chassis under the air exhaust and carefully lift the chassis. Slowly lift the chassis in unison. To prevent injury, avoid sudden twists or moves.

Step 4 To position the chassis in the rack, insert the rear of the chassis between the rack posts. Align the mounting holes on the front flanges of the chassis with the mounting holes in the equipment rack.

Step 5 A third person should insert the mounting screws through the elongated holes in the bracket and into the threaded holes in the mounting post.

Step 6 Attach the cable management bracket to the bottom of the chassis. (See Figure 3-2.)


Figure 3-2: Attaching Cable Management Bracket


3.3.4 Center-Mounting in a 19-Inch Rack

The Cisco 6400 UAC chassis can be center-mounted in a 19-inch equipment rack by means of the adapter kit provided with your system. The chassis can be mounted with either the front or the rear chassis panel facing outward toward the aisle.


Note At least three people are required to mount the chassis: two persons to hold the unit, and one person to attach the screws. You should follow safe lifting practices when handling the Cisco 6400 chassis.

To install the rack-mount and cable-management brackets on a Cisco 6400 for a center-mount configuration, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Place the Cisco 6400 chassis on a flat work surface and inspect thoroughly for damage before mounting.

Step 2 Attach the optional mounting brackets to the chassis so that the flanges that protrude are at the middle of the chassis. (See Figure 3-3.)


Figure 3-3: Attaching Optional Mounting Brackets for a 19-Inch Rack


Step 3 Two people are required to perform this step. A person should stand on either side of the chassis placing one hand in the air intake at the bottom front of the chassis. With the other hand, grasp the top of the chassis under the air exhaust and carefully lift the chassis. Slowly lift the chassis in unison. To prevent injury, avoid sudden twists or moves.

Step 4 To position the chassis in the rack, insert the rear of the chassis between the rack posts. Align the mounting holes on the front flanges of the chassis with the mounting holes in the equipment rack.

Step 5 A third person should insert the mounting screws through the elongated holes in the bracket and into the threaded holes in the mounting post. (See Figure 3-4.)

Step 6 Attach the cable management bracket to the bottom of the chassis. (See Figure 3-5.)


Figure 3-4: Center-Mounting Cisco 6400 Chassis in a 19-Inch Rack



Figure 3-5:
Attaching Cable Management Bracket


3.3.5 Center-Mounting in a 23-Inch Rack

The Cisco 6400 UAC chassis can be center-mounted in a 23-inch equipment rack using the optional mounting brackets.


Note At least three people are required to mount the chassis: two persons to hold the unit, and one person to attach the screws. You should follow safe lifting practices when handling the Cisco 6400 chassis.

To install the rack-mount and cable-management brackets on a Cisco 6400 for a center-mount configuration, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Place the Cisco 6400 chassis on a flat work surface and inspect thoroughly for damage before mounting.

Step 2 Attach the optional mounting brackets to the middle of the chassis. (See Figure 3-6.)


Figure 3-6: Attaching Optional Mounting Brackets for a 23-Inch Rack


Step 3 Attach the optional 23-inch bracket adapters to the chassis so that the flanges that protrude are at the middle of the chassis. (See Figure 3-7.)


Figure 3-7: Attaching Flanges to Chassis in a 23-Inch Rack


Step 4 Two people are required to perform this step. A person should stand on either side of the chassis placing one hand in the air intake at the bottom front of the chassis. With the other hand grasp the top of the chassis under the air exhaust and carefully lift the chassis. Slowly lift the chassis in unison. To prevent injury, avoid sudden twists or moves.

Step 5 To position the chassis in the rack, insert the rear of the chassis between the rack posts. Align the mounting holes on the front flanges of the chassis with the mounting holes in the equipment rack.

Step 6 A third person should insert the mounting screws through the elongated holes in the bracket and into the threaded holes in the mounting post. (See Figure 3-8.)

Step 7 Attach the cable management bracket to the bottom of the chassis. (See Figure 3-9.)


Figure 3-8: Center-Mounting Cisco 6400 Chassis in a 23-Inch Rack



Figure 3-9:
Attaching Cable Management Bracket


3.3.6 Alternate Mounting Arrangements

The Cisco 6400 chassis can be mounted in alternative locations, such as on an equipment shelf or in a cabinet. You might need special brackets or holders to secure the equipment.


Note You may need to provide additional cooling and ventilation if you mount the Cisco 6400 chassis in a cabinet.

Note Alternative mounting arrangements cannot be used when the Cisco 6400 chassis is used with its optional AC power shelf. When used with the AC power shelf, the Cisco 6400 chassis and the AC power shelf must be flush-mounted in a 19-inch rack, with the AC power shelf directly below the Cisco 6400. The Cisco 6400 chassis can never be mounted directly on the floor.

3.3.7 Inspecting the Chassis and Plugin Units

After the chassis has been mounted, you should inspect the system. At the front of the chassis, check the ejector levers and ensure that the cards are securely installed. Tighten any captive installation screws that are loose on the cards. Ensure that your path to the rack is unobstructed.

3.4 Connecting System Ground

This section provides procedures for connecting the Cisco 6400 chassis to earth ground. This procedure is required for all DC powered installations, and any AC powered installation where compliance with Bellcore grounding requirements is necessary. You should have the recommended tools and supplies available. (See Table 3-1.)

Warning When installing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.

Warning Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.

3.4.1 Recommended Tools and Supplies

Table 3-1 lists tools, equipment, and supplies you will need when you connect the system ground to the chassis.


Table 3-1: Recommended Tools and Supplies for Connecting System
Ground
Quantity Description Comments

1

Number 2 Phillips screwdriver

1

Wire stripping tool

1

Crimping tool

Must fit diameter of grounding lugs.

2

2-hole grounding lugs.

Must fit no. 6 stranded, no. 6 weld, or 37/24 flex cables. Each lug has two holes, centered 0.625 in. (1.587 cm) apart and accepts M5 screws.

Recommended types:

Varies

Grounding wire.

6 AWG, 0.204 in. (5.18 mm) recommended.

2

M5 PEM screws with captive, locking washers.

Included in accessory kit shipped with Cisco 6400 chassis.

Varies

Screws to attach ground wire to grounding point at site.

Part requirements depend on location.

3.4.2 Connecting the Grounding Lug and Cable to Grounding Receptacle

This section describes the procedure for connecting system ground to the Cisco 6400 chassis.

To attach the grounding lug and cable to the grounding receptacle on the Cisco 6400, perform the steps listed below. Figure 3-10 illustrates a typical ground connection for the system.

Step 1 Ensure power is OFF.

Step 2 Use a wire stripping tool to remove about 3/4 inch (2 cm) of the covering from the end of the grounding wire.

Step 3 Insert the stripped end of the grounding wire in the open end of the grounding lug.

Step 4 Use a crimping tool to secure the grounding wire in the open end of the grounding lug.

Step 5 Locate the two grounding threaded holes at the bottom rear of the Cisco 6400.

Step 6 Place the grounding lug against the threaded holes.

Step 7 Insert the two M5 screws from the accessory kit through the holes in the lug and the threaded holes in the chassis. Use the cross-slotted screwdriver to tighten the screws and secure the grounding lug firmly to the chassis.

Step 8 Prepare the other end of the grounding wire for connection to an appropriate grounding point in your site.


Figure 3-10:
Connecting System Ground to the Cisco 6400


3.5 Connecting System DC Power

In this procedure, you connect the Cisco 6400 UAC to a -48 VDC power source. Before beginning the procedure, connect the chassis to earth ground as described in the previous section.

The power connectors are pillar terminals on the backplane. For full power redundancy, the two sets of power connectors, labeled A and B, must be connected to separate power sources. If you do not require power redundancy, you can use only one set of terminals---either the A terminals or the
B terminals. (Do not use one of each.)

Warning Connect the unit only to a DC power source that complies with the safety extra-low voltage (SELV) requirements in IEC 60950 based safety standards.
Warning
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and the heat can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals.
Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections need to be removed to de-energize the unit.

Warning Use copper conductors only.

Warning A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.

Warning This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to be provided as part of the building installation. Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations.
Warning Care must be given to connecting units to the supply circuit so that wiring is not overloaded.

3.5.1 Recommended Tools and Supplies

Table 3-2 lists the tools and supplies that you will need to connect the Cisco 6400 chassis to system power sources.


Table 3-2:
Quantity Description Comments

1

Flathead screwdriver

1

Wire stripping tool

2 or 4
(length varies)

10 AWG (minimum) wire cables

Cables must reach from the
Cisco 6400 chassis to the power
source.

  • Two cables are needed for a single power source.

  • Four cables are needed for two independent power sources.

  • The end of the cable intended to be
    connected to the Cisco 6400
    chassis needs to have insulation
    stripped back not more than
    0.394 in. (10 mm).

Recommended Tools and Supplies for Connecting System Power

3.5.2 Connecting the Cisco 6400 Chassis to a System Power Source

To attach the DC power source on the Cisco 6400, follow the steps listed below. Figure 3-12 illustrates typical DC power lead connections for the system.

Step 1 Ensure power is OFF.

Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit. To ensure that all power is off, locate the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the off position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker in the off position.

Step 2 Remove rear cover.

Step 3 Strip not more than 0.394 in. (10 mm) of insulation off the end of the power cables. (See Figure 3-11.)


Figure 3-11: Stripping Insulation


Step 4 Use a flathead screwdriver to connect the DC power lead from the first external power source to the DC terminal block labeled (-) 48V A. (See Figure 3-12.)

Step 5 Connect the return wire (RTN) to the terminal labeled (+) 48V RTN A.

Step 6 Connect the DC power lead from the second external power source, if you are using one, to the DC terminal block labeled (-) 48V B.

Step 7 Connect the second return wire (RTN) to the terminal labeled (+) 48V RTN B.

Step 8 Secure the power cabling to the Cisco 6400 chassis by feeding a tie wrap through the slot on the side of the chassis and binding the cables. (See Figure 3-13.)

Step 9 Replace the rear cover, making sure that the power cables exit through the holes on the side of the cover. (See Figure 3-13.)

Warning Secure all power cabling when installing this unit to avoid disturbing field-wiring connections.

Figure 3-12 shows the DC power connections on the rear of the chassis.


Figure 3-12: DC Power Connections


Figure 3-13 shows the DC power connections with the rear cover installed.


Figure 3-13: DC Power Connections with Rear Cover


Step 10 Check to see if the power entry module (PEM) units have been installed. If they have not, insert the primary PEM and the secondary PEM (if used) in the lower slot.

Warning After wiring the DC power supply, remove the tape from the circuit breaker switch handle and reinstate power by moving the handle of the circuit breaker to the ON position.

Step 11 Turn ON power to the DC circuit.

Step 12 At the front of the chassis, flip the circuit breakers on the DC PEM units (or the power enable switch on the AC PEM units) to the on ( | ) position. (See Figure 3-14.)

If the power is properly connected, the PEM power LED is green, indicating that power is available to the chassis.


Figure 3-14: Cisco 6400 DC PEM Power Switches


3.6 Connecting System AC Power

The Cisco 6400 can be powered directly from the facility VAC input by using the AC PEM, or by using the AC power shelf in conjunction with the DC PEM. The AC PEM installation is described below. See "Installing the AC-Input Power Shelf and Power Supply," for the alternative AC power shelf installation instructions.

Warning The device is designed to work with TN power systems.

3.6.1 AC Input Power Cables

The AC PEM is provided with an IEC 320 250V, 20A connector (16A rating for Europe) for the attachment of power cords used throughout the world. The 20A connector on the AC PEM is incompatible with the 15A power strips that are used in most equipment racks.

The AC PEM is equipped with two types of cables:


Note Wiring codes prevent the AC-input power cable from being used with the power strips in equipment racks.

Figure 3-15 shows power plugs and receptacles used in North America.


Figure 3-15: AC Power Cord Connectors and Plugs and Receptacles


3.6.2 Removing and Replacing an AC Power Supply

This section describes procedures for removing and installing an AC power entry module (PEM) plug-in unit in the Cisco 6400 chassis. (See Figure 3-16.)


Figure 3-16: AC PEM


There are two PEM power bays in the system for redundancy. The PEM power bays are located at the front left side of the chassis. The top bay is wired to power circuit A; the bottom bay is wired to power circuit B. (The circuits are identified at the power terminals on the backplane.)

Warning Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals.

3.6.3 Removing an AC PEM

If you remove a redundant AC PEM, the chassis continues to operate normally. If you plan to remove the only operating PEM from a chassis, you should first power down the Cisco 6400. Refer to the procedure in the "Powering Down the System" section.

Follow these steps to remove a PEM from the Cisco 6400 chassis:

Step 1 Turn OFF the Power Enable switch on the AC PEM you are removing.

Step 2 Unplug the cable.

Step 3 Unscrew the retaining screws on the AC PEM faceplate.

Step 4 Grasp the AC PEM by the handle on the faceplate and pull it out of the chassis.

Caution Always install a filler panel over an empty PEM power bay to protect the connectors from contamination and to ensure proper air flow.

3.6.4 Installing an AC PEM

Figure 3-17 shows an AC PEM unit being installed in the Cisco 6400 chassis. You can insert a PEM unit into the Cisco 6400 without powering down the system.

Use the following procedures to install an AC PEM in the Cisco 6400 chassis:

Step 1 Ensure that the power enable switch on the AC PEM is turned to OFF.

Step 2 Align the PEM and insert it into the power bay.

Step 3 Firmly push the PEM all the way into the power bay to ensure that the power connectors mate.

Step 4 Tighten the captive screws on the faceplate of the PEM to secure the PEM to the chassis.

Step 5 Plug in the AC power cable.

Step 6 Secure the AC power cable connection with the cord strain relief (canoe). (See Figure 3-18.)

Step 7 If the chassis is connected to power, turn the power enable switch on the AC PEM to ON. The green POWER LED on the faceplate turns on to indicate that the AC PEM is providing power to the chassis. The yellow FAULT LED will go out.


Figure 3-17: Installing an AC PEM

Figure 3-18 shows suggested power cord connections for the AC PEM.


Figure 3-18: AC PEM Power Cord Connections


Powering On the Cisco 6400

After installing your AC PEM, start up the system by powering on the following components:

To power on the system, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Power ON the facility main circuit breaker.

Step 2 Power ON ( | ) the power switches located on each Cisco 6400 PEM front panel.
(See Figure 3-19.) A green power LED on each PEM should light.


Figure 3-19: Cisco 6400 AC PEM Power Switches


3.7 Connecting the Building Integrated Timing Supply

If your system includes an NSP with stratum 3 BITS timing (NSP-S3B), you can use a T1/E1 timing source to provide network synchronization. The Cisco 6400 provides two terminal blocks for redundant BITS connections. (See Figure 3-20.)

The bottom terminal block (labeled A) services the NSP-S3B in slot 0A of the Cisco 6400 chassis, while the top terminal block (labeled B) services the NSP-S3B in slot 0B of the chassis. The terminals for each BITS connection are labeled negative (-), ground (GND), and positive (+).

To connect the BITS to the Cisco 6400, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Remove the rear cover. (See Figure 3-13.)

Step 2 Strip about 0.3 in (or about 8 mm) of insulation off the end of each wire in the T1/E1 cable.

Step 3 Use a flathead screwdriver to connect each wire of the T1/E1 cable to the BITS terminal block:

Step 4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the second terminal block, if the system contains a second NSP-S3B.

Step 5 Secure the BITS cabling to the Cisco 6400 chassis by feeding a tie wrap through the slot on the side of the chassis and binding the cables.

Step 6 Replace the rear cover, making sure that the T1/E1 cables exit through the holes on the side of the cover. (See Figure 3-13.)

Figure 3-20 shows the BITS wiring connections on the rear of the Cisco 6400 chassis.


Figure 3-20: BITS Connectors on the Cisco 6400


3.8 Connecting Alarm Indicators

The Cisco 6400 provides relay contacts for customer-supplied audible or visual alarm indicators. Relay contacts are provided for three levels of severity:

The alarm terminal block is located at the rear of the Cisco 6400 chassis. (See Figure 3-21.) Each alarm level has three terminals: normally closed (NC), common (COM), and normally open (NO).

To connect an alarm indicator to the Cisco 6400, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Remove the rear cover. (See Figure 3-13.)

Step 2 Strip about 0.3 in (or about 8 mm) of insulation off the end of each alarm indicator wire.

Step 3 Use a flathead screwdriver to connect the alarm indicator wires to the alarm terminal block:

Step 4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for any remaining alarm indicators.

Step 5 Secure the alarm wiring to the Cisco 6400 chassis by feeding a tie wrap through the slot on the side of the chassis and binding the cables.

Step 6 Replace the rear cover, making sure that the alarm wires exit through the holes on the side of the cover. (See Figure 3-13.)

Figure 3-21 shows alarm wiring connections for normally open alarm relays.


Figure 3-21: Alarm Terminal Block on the Cisco 6400


3.9 Connecting a Terminal to the Console Port

Each Cisco 6400 NSP and NRP module includes an asynchronous serial (EIA/TIA-232) console port. The RJ-45 connector corresponding to this console port is labeled CON. This port can be connected to most types of terminal equipment through use of the console cable kit that is included with your Cisco 6400. The console cable kit contains:


Note A rollover cable reverses pins from end to end, connecting pin 1 (at one end) to pin 8 (at the other), pin 2 to pin 7, pin 3 to pin 6, and so on. Therefore, you can identify a rollover cable by comparing the two modular ends of the cable. Hold the cable ends in your hand, side-by-side, with the tabs at the back. The wire connected to the pin on the outside (left) of the left plug (pin 1) should be the same color as the wire connected to the pin on the outside (right) of the right plug (pin 8).

Use the following steps to connect a terminal to the console port on a Cisco 6400 NSP or NRP:

Step 1 Configure your terminal equipment to match the console port settings. The default settings for all Cisco 6400 console ports are:

Step 2 Connect one end of the RJ-45 rollover cable to the RJ-45 port labeled CON on the Cisco 6400 NSP or NRP module.

Step 3 Connect the other end of the RJ-45 rollover cable to the RJ-45-to-DB-25 adapter labeled "Terminal." If your terminal comes equipped with a DB-9 serial connector, use the RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter labeled "Terminal" instead of the DB-25 adapter.

Step 4 Plug the DB-25 or DB-9 (female) side of the adapter into your terminal equipment to complete the connection.

3.10 Connecting Signal System and Network Management Interfaces

The Cisco 6400 has connections to both the external signal system (the data network) and the internal Ethernet management network. Both types of connections are discussed in the following paragraphs.

The internal Ethernet management network connections are made through the NSP module on the front panel of the Cisco 6400 system.


Note The following installation procedures do not cover cable preparation. You will need to obtain all cables prior to installation. Label each cable end with its destination.

3.10.1 External Cabling Guidelines

Use these guidelines to connect external cabling to the Cisco 6400 system:

3.10.2 Connecting the Signal System

The external signal system connections are made through the front panel to the various NLC modules, or through the connectors on the rear of the Cisco 6400 chassis.

OC-3/STM-1 NLC Interface

The OC-3/STM-1 NLC has two ports for single-mode intermediate reach fiber connections. Each port provides an interface to the ATM switching fabric for transmitting and receiving data at rates up to 155 Mbps bidirectionally.

Warning Class 1 laser product.
Warning Invisible laser radiation present.
Warning Because invisible radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the port when no fiber cable is connected, avoid exposure to radiation and do not stare into open apertures.
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Figure 3-22 illustrates a typical connection of the OC-3 fiber optic cable to the OC-3/STM-1 NLC ports. Making this connection involves the following steps:

Step 1 Read and understand the preceding warnings.

Step 2 Remove the protective cap from the OC-3/STM-1 fiber optic cable.

Step 3 Attach the OC-3 fiber optic cable to the NLC's OC-3 port receptacles. (See Figure 3-22.)


Figure 3-22: Connecting OC-3 Cable to the OC-3/STM-1 NLC


Figure 3-23 shows suggested cable management for the OC-3/STM-1 fiber optic cable.


Figure 3-23: OC-3 Fiber Optic Cable Management


DS3 NLC Interface

The DS3 NLC has two ports that connect to the ATM switching fabric using 75-ohm single or bundled coaxial cables with bayonet-style twist-lock (BNC) connectors attached to the back of the chassis for each DS3 port. (See Figure 3-24.)

Warning The DS3 ports are not intended to be connected to cables that run outside the building where it is installed. For any connections outside the building, the DS3 ports must be connected to a network termination unit (NTU). NTU devices should comply with appropriate national safety standards such as UL 1950, CSA 950, EN 60950, IEC 950, and AS 3260.

Figure 3-24: Connecting Cables to a DS3 NLC


OC-12/STM-4 NLC Interface

The OC-12/STM-4 NLC has one port for single-mode intermediate reach fiber connections. The port provides an interface to the ATM switching fabric for transmitting and receiving data at rates up to 622 Mbps bidirectionally.

Warning Class 1 laser product.
Warning Invisible laser radiation present.
Warning Because invisible radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the port when no fiber cable is connected, avoid exposure to radiation and do not stare into open apertures.
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Figure 3-25 illustrates a typical connection of the OC-12 fiber optic cable to the OC-12/STM-4 NLC ports. Making this connection involves the following steps:

Step 1 Read and understand the preceding warnings.

Step 2 Remove the protective cap from the OC-12/STM-4 fiber optic cable.

Step 3 Attach the OC-12 fiber optic cable to the NLC's OC-12 port receptacles. (See
Figure 3-25.)


Figure 3-25: Connecting OC-12 Cable to the OC-12/STM-4 NLC


Figure 3-26 shows suggested cable management for the OC-12/STM-4 fiber optic cable.


Figure 3-26: OC-12 Fiber Optic Cable Management


3.10.3 Connecting to a 10BaseT Ethernet Network

Each Cisco 6400 NSP or NRP provides Ethernet ports for connection to a network management Ethernet LAN. In order to make this connection, you need the following additional equipment (not included):


Note You can identify a straight-through Ethernet cable either by using a cable tester or by making a visual inspection. To make a visual inspection, hold the two ends of a cable side by side, with the tab for each at the back. The wire connected to the left-most pin (pin 1) on one connector should be the same color as the wire connected to the left-most pin on the other connector. The same rule applies to pins 2 through 8 on each connector. The color of the wire attached to a pin on one connector should match the color of the wire attached to the corresponding pin on the other connector.

Follow these steps to connect the NSP or NRP on your Cisco 6400 UAC to a 10BaseT Ethernet LAN:

Step 1 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 port on the NSP (or NRP) faceplate, labeled ETH.

Step 2 Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to any unoccupied port on the Ethernet hub.

Step 3 Check the LNK (Link) LED on the NSP (or NRP) faceplate, next to the ETH (Ethernet) port. This LED lights (steady green) if the NSP (or NRP) is correctly connected to the 10BaseT Ethernet LAN.

3.10.4 Connecting to a Fast Ethernet Network

The Cisco 6400 NRP provides a Fast Ethernet port. In order to make this connection, you need the following additional equipment (not included):


Note If the Cisco 6400 is used in an environment where lightning-induced transients are likely to couple to the signal lines, use of shielded interconnection cables for the FE ports is highly recommended. In addition, use of shielded interconnection cables for the FE ports is required to meet Bellcore GR1089 CORE Section 4.5.9 and ETSI section 5.2.2.2 (intrabuilding lightning surge).

Note You can identify a straight-through Ethernet cable either by using a cable tester or by making a visual inspection. To make a visual inspection, hold the two ends of a cable side by side, with the tab for each at the back. The wire connected to the left-most pin (pin 1) on one connector should be the same color as the wire connected to the left-most pin on the other connector. The same rule applies to pins 2 through 8 on each connector. The color of the wire attached to a pin on one connector should match the color of the wire attached to the corresponding pin on the other connector.

The RJ-45 port on the NRP is configurable for 10/100-Mbps full-duplex or half-duplex operation (half-duplex is the default) and supports IEEE 802.3, Ethernet, and IEEE 802.3u interfaces compliant with 10/100BaseT specifications.

Follow these steps to connect the NRP on your Cisco 6400 UAC to a Fast Ethernet LAN:

Step 1 Connect one end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the NRP faceplate, labeled FE.

Step 2 Connect the other end of the cable to any unoccupied port on the Fast Ethernet hub or switch.

Step 3 Check the LNK (Link) LED on the NRP faceplate, next to the FE port. This LED lights (steady green) if the NRP is correctly connected to the Fast Ethernet LAN.

3.11 Starting the System

When all of the interfaces are connected, perform a visual check of all connections and then take the following steps:

Step 1 Check the following components to make sure that they are secure:

Step 2 Check the external power connections; the PEMs should still be off. When two supplies are present, make sure that the cord for the second PEM is connected to an external power connection different from the one to which the first PEM is connected.

Step 3 Turn the PEM switch(es) on. The PEM green power indicator LEDs should light.

Step 4 Check that the Fan OK LED on the blower module is on.

Step 5 While the system initializes, the status LED on the NSP is blinking (yellow) until the boot is complete.

During the boot process, the NLC Fail LED remains lit (yellow), and all other LEDs (Status, TX, and RX LEDs) remain off until the boot is completed.

When the system boot is complete (it takes several seconds), the NSP begins to initialize the cards. During this initialization, the LEDs on each card flash on and off in different patterns. The status LED on each card stays on when initialization is completed, and the console screen displays a script and system banner similar to the following:

Restricted Rights Legend
 
Use, duplication, or disclosure by the Government is
subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph
(c) of the Commercial Computer Software - Restricted
Rights clause at FAR sec. 52.227-19 and subparagraph
(c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer
Software clause at DFARS sec. 252.227-7013.
 
           cisco Systems, Inc.
           170 West Tasman Drive
           San Jose, California 95134-1706
 
 
Cisco Internetwork Operating System Software 
IOS (tm) C6400S WA4-5 Software (C6400S-WP-M), Experimental Version 12.0(19980717:213113) [bjames-Fri071798-nightly 101]
Copyright (c) 1986-1998 by cisco Systems, Inc.
Compiled Fri 17-Jul-98 14:54 by bjames
Image text-base: 0x600108F8, data-base: 0x6059A000
 
 
FPGA VERSION: 97/11/25 22:11:51 1383107375 /rhino/fpga/fc_abr_fc3/xil/abr_fpga_r.bit
98/02/24 17:11:36 1332837880 /rhino/fpga/fc_stat_fpga/xilinx/stat_fpga_r.bit
97/11/13 10:03:51 1059421866 /rhino/fpga/fc_traffic_fc3/xil/upc_fpga.bit
97/08/06 13:09:19  288278431 /rhino/fpga/fc_netclk/xilinx/pll_cntl_r.bit
 
Initializing FC-PFQ hardware ... done.
cisco NSP (R4600) processor with 131072K bytes of memory.
R4700 processor, Implementation 33, Revision 1.0
Last reset from s/w peripheral
2 Ethernet/IEEE 802.3 interface(s)
1 ATM network interface(s)
507K bytes of non-volatile configuration memory.
 
20480K bytes of Flash PCMCIA card at slot 0 (Sector size 128K).
8192K bytes of Flash internal SIMM (Sector size 256K). 
 
 
Press RETURN to get started!
 
Switch>
 

The Cisco 6400 should be operating correctly and transferring data.


Note If the rommon>
prompt appears, your system requires a manual boot to recover.

Your installation is now complete. Refer to the Cisco 6400 UAC Software Configuration Guide for additional software configuration information.


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