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This chapter provides installation procedures for a subtended network with a subtended node chassis (Cisco 6130) that connects to a subtending host chassis (Cisco 6130) in a Cisco 6130 with NI-1 system.
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Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. |
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Caution Before you start the installation procedures, read the entire chapter for important information and safety warnings. |
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Note Before installing and cabling the equipment, be aware of standard safety practices and the hazards involved in working with electrical circuitry to prevent accidents. See the "Safety Requirements," for all cautions and warnings that are necessary to ensure a safe and hazard-free installation. To see translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, refer to the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco 6100 Series System document. |
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Tips See the "Subtended Network Configuration" section for more information about a subtended network configuration. |
When you install a subtended network for a Direct Connect configuration, be sure that you follow the installation procedures in the proper sequence. Table 5-1 is a checklist of the installation steps in the order in which they should occur.
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Caution Proper ESD protection is required whenever you handle Cisco digital subscriber line access multiplexer (DSLAM) equipment. Installation and maintenance personnel should be properly grounded using ground straps to eliminate the risk of ESD damage to the equipment. Modules are subject to ESD damage whenever they are removed from the chassis. |
| Check | Installation Step |
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| 1. Installation prerequisite: Install each of the Cisco 6130 with NI-1 system chassis in the system, including the subtending host chassis and subtended node chassis, using the Direct Connect with a POTS splitter configuration installation steps described in Table 3-1 (Steps 1 through 14). Alternatively, use the Direct Connect without a POTS splitter configuration steps described in Table 4-1 (Steps 1 through 12). |
| 2. Install the DS3 subtending I/O card on the Cisco 6130 backplane. |
| 3. Cable the DS3 subtending I/O card on the subtending host chassis to the system I/O card on the subtended node chassis. |
| 4. Install the rear cover (optional). |
| 5. Apply power to the system. |
| 6. Verify that the fan tray is operational. |
| 7. Reseat all of the xTU-C1 modules (applicable if any modules ship in the chassis). |
| 8. Install the modules in the Cisco 6130 and Cisco 6120, xTU-C modules first. |
| 9. Connect the NI-1 module to the network. |
| 10. Verify that the Cisco 6130 front cover is closed. |
| 11. Connect the ViewRunner system to the Cisco 6130. |
| 12. Close the optional rear cover. |
| 13. Run the connection test procedures. |
| 1xTU-C is a generic term referring to a Transmission Unit---central office, which is either a DMT-2 ATU-C, flexi ATU-C, or STU-C module. |
The following sections detail the installation procedures for a subtended network configuration.
Complete the following steps to install the DS3 subtending I/O card on the Cisco 6130 backplane:
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Note Screws for mounting the DS3 subtending I/O card are already on the backplane. The standoff screws are shipped with the card. |
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Caution Proper ESD protection is required each time you handle Cisco DSLAM equipment. Installation and maintenance personnel should be properly grounded using ground straps to eliminate the risk of ESD damage to the equipment. Modules are subject to ESD damage each time they are removed from the chassis. |
Figure 5-1 shows Steps 1 through 4.

Step 2 Use a one-quarter inch socket driver or wrench to screw two standoff screws into the locations formerly occupied by the two screws that you removed in Step 1. Tighten the standoff screws using the one-quarter inch socket driver or wrench.
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Caution Be careful when you remove the standoff screws and reinsert the screws into the screw holes on the backplane so that the backplane circuitry does not become damaged. |
Step 3 Position and align the holes on the DS3 subtending I/O card over the two standoff screws and gently press the DS3 subtending I/O card into the Cisco 6130 connector J48 on the subtending host chassis backplane.
Step 4 Use a one-quarter inch socket driver or wrench to screw two additional standoff screws into the screw holes in the DS3 subtending I/O card and into the original standoff screws added in Step 2. Tighten the standoff screws using the one-quarter inch socket driver or wrench.
Complete the following steps to cable the system I/O card to the DS3 subtending I/O card:



Step 3 Attach a ferrite as close as possible to the remaining end of the cable (see Figure 5-3 or Figure 5-4 for ferrite installation). Tie wrap the cable directly behind the ferrite, as necessary.
Step 6 Attach the ferrite as close as possible to the receive DS3 BNC connector (RX1) on the DS3 subtending I/O card (see Figure 5-3 or Figure 5-4 for ferrite installation). Tie wrap the cable directly behind the ferrite, as necessary.
Step 7 Attach a ferrite as close as possible to the remaining end of the cable (see Figure 5-3 or Figure 5-4 for ferrite installation). Tie wrap the cable directly behind the ferrite, as necessary.
Step 9 Tie wrap the transmit and receive cables coming from the DS3 subtending I/O card where the cables meet after coming from the ferrites and every 1 foot thereafter for a total of 15 feet, as shown in Figure 5-5.

Step 10 Tie wrap the transmit and receive cables coming from the system I/O card where the cables meet after coming from the ferrites and every 1 foot thereafter for a total of 15 feet, as shown in Figure 5-6.

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Note If you have one subtending host chassis with two subtended node chassis, the second subtended node chassis connects to the TX2 and RX2 DS3 BNC connectors on the DS3 subtending I/O card. |
Step 11 Install the plastic ESD shield over the DS3 subtending I/O card using the following steps:
a. Position the holes in the plastic ESD shield over the existing standoff screws installed on the DS3 subtending I/O card.
b. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver and the backplane screws that you removed in the "Install the DS3 Subtending I/O Card" section to attach the plastic ESD shield to the DS3 subtending I/O card (see Figure 5-7).

Step 12 Repeat Steps 1 through 11 for each subtending host chassis to subtended node chassis connection.
Complete the following steps to install the optional rear cover:
Three screws are located on the right of the chassis, and three are located on the left. See Figure 5-8 for the location of the screws. Keep the backplane screws. They will be used when you install the cover-mounting brackets.

Step 2 Install the six standoff screws in the locations formerly occupied by the six screws that you removed in Step 1. Use a one-quarter inch socket driver or wrench to tighten the standoff screws.
Step 3 Face the rear of the chassis and install the cover-mounting bracket on the right side of the chassis. Place the bracket over the standoff screws. Use three of the screws that you removed in Step 1 to fasten the cover-mounting bracket to the chassis. (See Figure 5-9.)

Step 4 Install the cover-mounting bracket (with the rear cover attached) on the left side of the chassis. Place the bracket (with rear cover) over the standoff screws. Use three of the screws that you removed in Step 1 to fasten the cover-mounting bracket (with rear cover) to the chassis.
Step 5 Use the tie wraps provided in the accessory kit to attach cables to the cover-mounting bracket loops, as necessary.
Complete the following steps to apply power to the Cisco 6130 with NI-1 system:
Step 2 Apply power to the system with one of the following methods:
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Caution If the power connections are improperly connected and power is applied while the modules are installed, the modules and chassis could be damaged. |
Step 3 Verify that the power connections from the Cisco 6130 to the fuse and alarm panel are wired as shown in Figure 3-8 or Figure 3-9 (for a Direct Connect with a POTS splitter configuration) and Figure 4-7 or Figure 4-8 (for a Direct Connect without a POTS splitter configuration).
Step 4 Verify that the power connections from the fan tray to the fuse and alarm panel are wired as shown in Figure 3-12 or Figure 3-13 (for a Direct Connect with a POTS splitter configuration) and Figure 4-11 or Figure 4-12 (for a Direct Connect without a POTS splitter configuration).
Step 5 Check the polarity of the -48 VDC connections to each chassis by attaching a voltmeter with the minus lead on -48RTN and the plus lead on -48V_A. Ensure that the meter reads between -36 VDC and -60 VDC. If your voltmeter shows a positive voltage, the power inputs might be reversed. If the voltmeter shows a negative voltage that is out of the -36 VDC to -60 VDC range, check the power supply for failure or check for a blown fuse in the fuse and alarm panel.
Verify that the fans are operational by locating the LED on the front of each fan. If the LED is
The fans should be operational before you install the modules.
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Caution It is important that the Cisco 6130 cooling fans run continuously. |
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Warning The power supply circuitry for the Cisco DSLAM equipment can constitute an energy hazard. Before you install or replace the equipment, remove all jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects can come into contact with exposed power supply wiring or circuitry inside the DSLAM equipment. This could cause the metal objects to heat up and cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the equipment. |
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Warning Do not reach into a vacant slot or chassis while you install or removing a module or a fan. Exposed circuitry could constitute an energy hazard. |
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Caution Proper ESD protection is required each time you handle Cisco DSLAM equipment. Installation and maintenance personnel should be properly grounded using ground straps to eliminate the risk of ESD damage to the equipment. Modules are subject to ESD damage each time they are removed from the chassis. |
If you pulled the modules away from the Cisco 6130 chassis backplane, reseat the modules to verify the power connection and to ensure that the ViewRunner discovery feature works properly. Refer to the ViewRunner for Windows Direct Connect Provisioning Guide or the ViewRunner for HP OpenView Direct Connect Provisioning Guide for more information on the discovery feature.
Complete the following steps to reseat all of the modules. It is important that you accomplish each step completely before moving on to the next step.
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Note All modules must be fully seated in the chassis. A push on the faceplate of each module is required for the module to be fully seated. |
a. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
b. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
c. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
d. Lock any flexi ATU-C or STU-C modules, as necessary.
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Note It is not necessary to lock the flexi ATU-C or STU-C modules. |

e. Reseat the remaining xTU-C modules using the same procedure.
Step 2 Reseat the NI-1 module in the Cisco 6130.
a. Lift up on the ejector tabs and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
b. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
c. Press down on the ejector tabs to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
Step 3 Reseat the DS3 subtend host module (STM) in the Cisco 6130.
a. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
b. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
c. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
Step 4 Reseat the system controller module in the Cisco 6130.
a. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
b. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
c. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane. This causes each module in the Cisco 6130 to reset.
Step 5 Verify that the STATUS LEDs on all modules are solid green (where applicable).
This self-test procedure takes several minutes. Verify that there are no alarms on the system controller module (ALARM LED off). If the STATUS LEDs are not green after the self-test, see "Troubleshooting," for troubleshooting procedures.
Refer to the ViewRunner for Windows Direct Connect Provisioning Guide or the ViewRunner for HP OpenView Direct Connect Provisioning Guide for software upgrade procedures.
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Caution Proper ESD protection is required each time you handle Cisco DSLAM equipment. Installation and maintenance personnel should be properly grounded using ground straps to eliminate the risk of ESD damage to the equipment. Modules are subject to ESD damage each time they are removed from the chassis. |
Install the Cisco 6100 Series modules in the following order to verify the power connection and to ensure that the ViewRunner discovery feature works properly. Refer to the ViewRunner for Windows Direct Connect Provisioning Guide or the ViewRunner for HP OpenView Direct Connect Provisioning Guide for more information on the discovery feature.
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Caution Installing the modules in the chassis with the power leads reversed can damage the modules. |
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Warning The power supply circuitry for the Cisco DSLAM equipment can constitute an energy hazard. Before you install or replace the equipment, remove all jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects can come into contact with exposed power supply wiring or circuitry inside the DSLAM equipment. This could cause the metal objects to heat up and cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the equipment. |
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Warning Do not reach into a vacant slot or chassis while you install or remove a module or a fan. Exposed circuitry could constitute an energy hazard. |
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Note All modules must be fully seated in the chassis. A push on the faceplate of each module is required for the module to be fully seated. |
Complete the following steps to install all of the modules. It is important that you accomplish each step completely before moving on to the next step.
a. Vertically align the module edge with the module guides at the top and bottom of slot 1 on the Cisco 6130.
b. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
c. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
d. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
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Note It is not necessary to lock the flexi ATU-C or STU-C modules. |
f. Install the remaining xTU-C modules using the same procedure.
Step 2 Install the NI-1 module in the Cisco 6130.
a. Inspect the NI-1 module. Verify that the two daughterboards are fully seated on the main board.
b. Verify that slots 10 and 11 of the Cisco 6130 have no bent pins.
c. Vertically align the module edge with the module guides at the top and bottom of slot 10 on the Cisco 6130.
d. Lift up on the ejector tabs and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
e. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
f. Press down on the ejector tabs to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
g. When you install a DS3 NI-1 module, attach a short coaxial cable between the system I/O card transmit and receive connectors to loop back the interface and prevent alarms when installing the system controller module.
Step 3 Install the POTS splitter modules in the Cisco 6120.
a. Vertically align the module edge with the module guides at the top and bottom of slot 1 on the Cisco 6120.
b. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
c. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
d. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
e. Install the remaining POTS modules using the same procedure.
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Note To install the Siecor POTS splitter cards, refer to the Siecor ADSL POTS Splitter Rack-Mount Shelf Central Office Version document for installation procedures. |
Step 4 Install a DS3 STM in the Cisco 6130.
a. Vertically align the module edge with the module guides at the top and bottom of slot 9 of the Cisco 6130 chassis.
b. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
c. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
d. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
Step 5 Install the system controller module in the Cisco 6130.
a. Inspect the system controller module for damage.
b. Vertically align the module edge with the module guides at the top and bottom of slot 12 on the Cisco 6130 chassis.
c. Lift up on the ejector tab and gently apply pressure to the bottom of the faceplate while pushing the module into the slot.
d. Push on the faceplate of each module to fully seat the module.
e. Press down on the ejector tab to secure the module and connect it to the backplane.
Step 6 Verify that the STATUS LEDs on all modules are solid green (where applicable).
This self-test procedure takes several minutes. Verify that there are no alarms on the system controller module (ALARM LED off). If the STATUS LEDs are not green after the self-test, see "Troubleshooting," for troubleshooting procedures.
Refer to the ViewRunner for Windows Direct Connect Provisioning Guide or the ViewRunner for HP OpenView Direct Connect Provisioning Guide for software upgrade procedures.
This section provides installation procedures for the OC-3c and DS3 network connections.
Complete the following steps to connect the OC-3c NI-1 module to the network using an OC-3c connection:
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Warning Do not stare into the beam or view it directly with optical instruments. |
Step 2 Remove the fiber that was temporarily installed to loop back the interface in the "Install the Modules" section.
Step 3 Pull the OC-3c NI-1 module transmit and receive cables from the ATM switch through the 1 RU of space between the fan tray and the POTS splitter.
Step 4 Attach the transmit optical fiber to the receive connector in the inset on the faceplate of the OC-3c NI-1 modules. See Figure 5-11 for the OC-3c network interface connection location.

Step 5 Attach the receive optical fiber to the transmit connector in the inset on the faceplate of the OC-3c NI-1 modules.
Step 6 Allow enough slack in the cable so that the fan tray can be opened and the fans can be maintained.
Step 7 Coil the fiber loosely within the 1 RU of space to take out slack.
Complete the following steps to connect the DS3 NI-1 module to the network:
The DS3 NI-1 module connections are on the system I/O card, which is located on the backplane of the Cisco 6130 chassis. These connections attach to the ATM switch. Two 75-ohm DS3 Bayonet-Neill-Concelman (BNC) connectors are provided for DS3 transmit (J3) and receive (J4). See Figure 5-12 for the location of the DS3 BNC connectors.

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Note There are two DS3 jumpers on the system I/O card. The DS3 jumpers connect the BNC shield to the chassis ground. Both the receive DS3 jumper (P2) and the transmit DS3 jumper (P1) are installed on the system I/O card when it ships. |
Step 2 Remove the short coaxial cable between the DS3 transmit and receive connectors that you attached when you installed the system controller module in the "Install the Modules" section.
Step 3 Attach one end of a coaxial cable (type 734A, type 735A, or equivalent) to the transmit DS3 BNC connector (J3) for the system I/O card on the chassis backplane.
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Note Currently only the internal clock on the DS3 NI-1 module is used. The clock is hard-coded in the system software. |


Step 5 Attach the end of the cable that is used in Step 3, which originates at the transmit DS3 BNC connector, to the ATM switch.
Step 6 Attach one end of a coaxial cable (type 734A, type 735A, or equivalent) to the receive DS3 BNC connector (J4) for the system I/O card on the Cisco 6130 backplane.
Step 7 Attach the ferrite as close as possible to the receive DS3 BNC connector on the system I/O card (see Figure 5-13 or Figure 5-14 for ferrite installation). Tie wrap the cable directly behind the ferrite, as necessary.
Step 8 Attach the end of the cable that is used in Step 6, which originates at the receive DS3 BNC connector, to the ATM switch.
Step 9 Tie wrap the transmit and receive cables coming from the system I/O card where the cables meet after coming from the ferrites and every 1 foot thereafter for a total of 15 feet, as shown in Figure 5-15.

Verify that the Cisco 6130 front cover is attached to the chassis and closed (see Figure 5-16).

Complete the following steps to connect the ViewRunner system to the Cisco 6130:
Step 2 Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to one of the following:
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Note If you are connecting the Ethernet cable to a PC, you need a crossover cable. |
Step 3 Install the plastic ESD shield over the system I/O card using the following steps:
a. Position the holes in the plastic ESD shield over the existing standoff screws installed on the system I/O card.
b. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver and the backplane screws to attach the plastic ESD shield to the system I/O card (see Figure 5-17). You removed these backplane screws in the "Locate or Install the System I/O Card" section or "Locate or Install the System I/O Card" section.

Complete the following steps to close the optional rear cover:

Step 2 Release the latches after the rear cover is in place.
Step 3 Align the two thumbscrews that are located on the rear cover with two thumbscrew fasteners on the bracket (see Figure 5-19). Tighten the thumbscrews to secure the rear cover.

To verify that the system is connected and running properly, follow the connection test procedures in "Testing Configuration Connections for the Cisco 6100 Series System."
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Posted: Wed May 17 11:26:46 PDT 2000
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