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This chapter provides Network Equipment Building Systems (NEBS) compliance cabling guidelines, cabling configuration diagrams, and part numbers for the following:
![]() | Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. |
If you are using dual-port ATU-C modules, use 64-port MC cables. However, if you plan to expand your system to quad-port xTU-C modules for future releases, you can use 128-port MC cables to make future expansion easier. The 128-port MC cables are recommended for all new installations.
For detailed port mapping tables, see "Port Mapping." This appendix includes port mapping tables to build MC cables.
Table 3-1 shows an overview of the cables used for each Cisco 6100 Series system configuration.
| Configuration | Connection | Cable Type | Ports | Line Coding Technology | Reference | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC | PSC | Table | Figure | ||||
Direct Connect with a PSC | MC to PSC | One-to-one | 64 | 64 | CAP (ADSL) or DMT-2 (ADSL) | ||
Two-to-one | 128 | 64 each PSC | CAP (ADSL) or DMT-2 (ADSL) | Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4 | |||
PSC to MDF1 | One-to-one | --- | 80 | CAP (ADSL) or DMT-2 (ADSL) | Figure 3-5 and Figure 3-6 | ||
Two-to-two | --- | 80 | CAP (ADSL) or DMT-2 (ADSL) | Figure 3-8, Figure 3-9, and Figure 3-10 | |||
Siecor POTS splitter to MC | One-to-one | 128 | 128 | DMT-2 (ADSL) | |||
Direct Connect without a PSC | MC to MDF | Two-to-three | 64 | --- | DMT-2 (ADSL) | ||
Three-to-three | 128 | --- | DMT-2 (ADSL) | ||||
Five-to-six | 128 | --- | DMT-2 (ADSL) | ||||
DOH | MC to LCC3 | One-to-one | 64 | 80 | CAP (ADSL) | ||
LCC to LCC | --- | --- | CAP (ADSL) | ||||
LCC to PSC | --- | 80 | CAP (ADSL) | ||||
PSC to MDF | --- | 80 | CAP (ADSL) | ||||
PSC to MDF | Two-to-two | --- | 80 | CAP (ADSL) | |||
| 1MDF = main distribution frame 2SDSL = symmetrical digital subscriber line 3LCC = line concentration chassis |
To comply with NEBS requirements, ensure that all cables are screwed in to the backplane and that the Champ connectors are tie wrapped. (See Figure 3-1.)

In a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration, use only designated cables to connect the MC, the PSC, and the MDF. This section provides tables and illustrations for the following:
You can use the following cables when you are cabling the MC to the PSC in a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration:
You can use one-to-one cables to connect the MC to the PSC for systems using dual-port CAP or DMT-2 ATU-C modules. Table 3-2 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the basic one-to-one cables connecting the MC to the PSC in a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | NetSpeed Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC | PSC | Kit | Subassembly | |
J39 | J3 | CAB-61-014 | 72-1665-01 | 4100-021-01 |
J40 | J1 | CAB-61-014 | 72-1665-01 | 4100-021-01 |
J41 | J5 | CAB-61-014 | 72-1665-01 | 4100-021-01 |
J42 | J4 | CAB-61-014 | 72-1611-01 | 4100-021-02 |
J43 | J2 | CAB-61-014 | 72-1610-01 | 4100-021-03 |
J44 | J6 | CAB-61-014 | 72-1609-01 | 4100-021-04 |
Figure 3-2 shows the cabling between the MC and the PSC in which the cables listed in Table 3-2 are used.

Table 3-3 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the two-to-one cables connecting one MC to two PSCs in a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration. In this configuration, 64 POTS splitter ports are used in each PSC, for a total of 128 ports.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC | PSC 1 | PSC 2 | Kit | Subassembly |
J39 | J3 | J3 | CAB-MC128-PSC80 | 72-1767-011 |
J40 | J1 | J1 | CAB-MC128-PSC80 | 72-1767-01 |
J41 | J5 | J5 | CAB-MC128-PSC80 | 72-1767-01 |
J42 | J4 | J4 | CAB-MC128-PSC80 | 72-1768-012 |
J43 | J2 | J2 | CAB-MC128-PSC80 | 72-1769-013 |
J44 | J6 | J6 | CAB-MC128-PSC80 | 72-1770-014 |
Figure 3-3 shows the two-to-one cable.

![]() | Tips If you use 64 POTS splitter ports, tie wrap the PSC 2 connector to the rack. When you expand your system to 128 POTS splitter ports, the PSC 2 connector will attach to a second PSC. |
Figure 3-4 shows the cabling between one MC and two PSCs in which the cables listed in Table 3-3 are used.

You can use the following cables to connect the PSC to the MDF in a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration:
You can use one-to-one cables to connect the PSC to the MDF or POTS service connectors. Table 3-4 lists the backplane connectors, the available cable lengths, and the part numbers for the one-to-one cables connecting the PSC to the MDF in a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration. Each cable has the same pinouts. The only difference between the four cables is the length. Use the length that works best for your configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PSC | MDF Modem | Kit | Subassembly |
| MDF Connectors | |||
J11, J12, J13, J14 | P1 (modems 1 to 16), | CAB-61-015 | 72-1599-01 |
CAB-61-016 | 72-1598-01 | ||
CAB-61-017 | 72-1597-01 | ||
CAB-61-018 | 72-1596-01 | ||
| POTS Connectors | |||
J7, J8, J9, J10 | P1 (modems 1 to 16), | CAB-61-015 | 72-1599-01 |
CAB-61-016 | 72-1598-01 | ||
CAB-61-017 | 72-1597-01 | ||
CAB-61-018 | 72-1596-01 | ||
Figure 3-5 shows the one-to-one cable.

Figure 3-6 shows the cabling between the PSC to the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-4 are used.

Figure 3-7 shows the cabling between the PSC to the POTS service connections in which the cables listed in Table 3-4 are used.

To associate the PSC MDF or POTS wire pairs and the MC modem ports, the two-to-two cable remaps the wire pairs from the PSC MDF or POTS connectors to the PSC connectors. You can use the two-to-two cable to
Table 3-5 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the two-to-two cables connecting the PSC to the MDF in a Direct Connect with a PSC configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PSC | MDF Modem | Kit | Subassembly |
| xDSL Subscriber Line Connectors | |||
J11, J12 | P1 (modems 1 to 16) or | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1716-01 |
J13, J14 | P2 (modems 17 to 32) or P4 (modems 49 to 64) | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1772-01 |
| Voice Line Connectors | |||
J7, J9 | P1 (modems 1 to 16) or | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1716-01 |
J8, J10 | P2 (modems 17 to 32) or P4 (modems 49 to 64) | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1772-01 |
Figure 3-8 shows the two-to-two cable.

Figure 3-9 shows the cabling between the xDSL subscriber line connectors on the PSC and the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-5 are used.

Figure 3-10 shows the cabling between the voice lines on the PSC and the voice switching equipment that provides local POTS service. The cables listed in Table 3-5 are used for the connection.

In a Direct Connect without a PSC configuration, use only designated cables to connect the MC and the MDF. This section provides tables and illustrations for the following:
To associate the MDF wire pairs and the MC modem ports, the two-to-three cable remaps the wire pairs from the MC connectors to the MDF connectors. The cable is used in systems with dual-port DMT-2 ATU-C modules installed in the MC.
Table 3-6 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the two-to-three cables connecting the MC to the MDF in a Direct Connect without a PSC configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MC | MDF | Kit | Subassembly |
J39, J40, J41 | P1 (slots 21 to 28) or P2 (slots 1 to 8) | CAB-MC-3:2-REPIN | 72-1590-02 |
J42, J43, J44 | P1 (slots 31 to 38) or P2 (slots 13 to 20) | CAB-MC-3:2-REPIN | 72-1591-02 |
Figure 3-11 shows the two-to-three cable.

Figure 3-12 shows the cabling between the MC and the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-6 are used.

To associate the MDF wire pairs and the MC modem ports, the three-to-three cable remaps the wire pairs from the MC connectors to the MDF connectors. Use the cable in systems with dual-port DMT-2 ATU-C or quad-port xTU-C modules installed in the MC. Table 3-7 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the three-to-three cables connecting the MC to the MDF in a Direct Connect without a PSC configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MC | MDF | Kit | Subassembly |
J39, J40, J41 | P4 (slots 1 to 6), | CAB-MC128-MDF | 72-1765-01 |
J42, J43, J44 | P1 (slots 13 to 18), | CAB-MC128-MDF | 72-1720-01 |
Figure 3-13 shows the three-to-three cable.

Figure 3-14 shows the cabling between the MC and the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-7 are used.

For a convenient connection to external wire-pair test equipment, the five-to-six cable remaps the wire pairs from the MC connectors to the MDF connectors. Use these cables in systems with dual-port or quad-port xTU-C modules installed in the MC. Table 3-8 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the five-to-six cables connecting the MC to the MDF in a Direct Connect without a PSC configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MC | MDF | Kit | Subassembly |
J39, J40, | P1 (slots 1 to 6) | CAB-MC-6:5-REPIN | 72-1719-01 |
Figure 3-15 shows the five-to-six cable.

Figure 3-16 shows the cabling between the MC and the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-8 are used.

In a DOH configuration, use only designated cables to connect the MC, LCC, PSC, and MDF. This section provides tables and illustrations for the following:
You can use one-to-one cables to connect the MC, LCC, and PSC for systems using dual-port CAP ATU-C modules. Table 3-9 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the basic one-to-one cables connecting the MC, LCC, and PSC in a DOH configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | NetSpeed Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kit | Subassembly | |||
| MC | LCC |
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J45 | J25 | CAB-61-011 | 72-1627-01 | 4100-014-01 |
J46 | J26 | CAB-61-011 | 72-1626-01 | 4100-014-02 |
J47 | J29 | CAB-61-011 | 72-1641-01 | 4100-030-02 |
| LCC | LCC |
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J27 | J25 | CAB-61-012 | 72-1625-01 | 4100-014-03 |
J28 | J26 | CAB-61-012 | 72-1625-01 | 4100-014-03 |
J30 | J29 | CAB-61-012 | 72-1602-01 | 4100-030-01 |
| LCC | PSC |
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J23 | J6 | CAB-61-013 | 72-1619-01 | 4100-016-01 |
J22 | J5 | CAB-61-013 | 72-1619-01 | 4100-016-01 |
J24 | J4 | CAB-61-013 | 72-1619-01 | 4100-016-01 |
J21 | J3 | CAB-61-013 | 72-1619-01 | 4100-016-01 |
Figure 3-17 shows the cabling connecting the DOH components in which the cables listed in Table 3-9 are used.

You can use the following cables when you are cabling the PSC to the MDF in a DOH configuration:
You can use one-to-one cables to connect the PSC to the MDF or external voice equipment. Table 3-10 lists the backplane connectors, the available cable lengths, and the part numbers for the one-to-one cables connecting the PSC to the MDF in a DOH configuration. Each cable has the same pinouts. The only difference between the four cables is the length. Use the length that works best for your configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | |
|---|---|---|
| PSC | Kit | Subassembly |
J11, J12, J13, J14 or J7, J8, J9, J10 | CAB-61-015 | 72-1599-01 |
CAB-61-016 | 72-1598-01 | |
CAB-61-017 | 72-1597-01 | |
CAB-61-018 | 72-1596-01 | |
Figure 3-18 shows the one-to-one cable described in Table 3-10.

Figure 3-19 shows the cabling between the PSC and the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-10 are used.

Figure 3-20 shows the cabling between the PSC and the external voice equipment in which the cables listed in Table 3-10 are used.

To associate the PSC MDF wire pairs and the MC modem ports, the two-to-two cable remaps the wire pairs from the PSC MDF connectors to the PSC connectors. You can use the two-to-two cable to
Table 3-11 lists the backplane connectors and the part numbers for the two-to-two cables connecting the PSC to the MDF in a DOH configuration.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PSC | MDF Modem | Kit | Subassembly |
| xDSL Subscriber Line Connectors | |||
J11, J12 | P1 (modems 1 to 16) or | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1716-01 |
J13, J14 | P2 (modems 17 to 32) or P4 (modems 49 to 64) | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1772-01 |
| Voice Line Connectors | |||
J7, J9 | P1 (modems 1 to 16) or | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1716-01 |
J8, J10 | P2 (modems 17 to 32) or P4 (modems 49 to 64) | CAB-PSC-80-REPIN | 72-1772-01 |
Figure 3-21 shows the two-to-two cable.

Figure 3-22 shows the cabling between the xDSL subscriber line connectors on the PSC and the MDF in which the cables listed in Table 3-11 are used.

Figure 3-23 shows the cabling between the voice lines on the PSC and the voice switching equipment that provides local POTS service. The cables listed in Table 3-11 are used for the connection.

In a subtended network configuration, use only designated cables to connect the DS3 subtending card to the DS3 system I/O card. This section provides the following:
Two DS3 system I/O cards are currently available. Figure 3-24 shows the basic cabling of the subtended network configuration with the DS3 system I/O card that is available from Release 2.4.0 and later.

Figure 3-25 shows the basic cabling of the subtended network configuration with the DS3 system I/O card that is available earlier than Release 2.4.0.

The DS3 subtending card on the subtending host MC connects directly to the DS3 system I/O card on the subtended mode MC. You should add ferrites to the DS3 75-ohm coaxial cables that you use to cable the DS3 subtending card to the DS3 system I/O card. Doing so reduces the radiation/EMI susceptibility of the system to high frequency noise, bringing it to a value between 30 and 200 MHz. For more information, refer to the
Use the one-to-one cable when you are connecting the MC to the Siecor POTS splitter. Table 3-12 lists the cable and associated part numbers.
| Backplane Connector | Cisco Part Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MC | Siecor POTS Splitter | Kit | Subassembly |
Connectors J39 to J44 | Connector | CAB-6121-1 | 72-1766-01 |
Figure 3-26 shows the one-to-one special cable.

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Posted: Tue Nov 16 13:41:29 PST 1999
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