Cisco vEdge Series Hardware Installation Manual page 246

Connect the vEdge 5000 Router
• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap
• Power cords appropriate for your geographical location. See AC Power Cord Specifications .
To connect the vEdge 5000 router to an AC power source (see Figure 2):
1. Attach the ESD grounding strap to your bare wrist. Then connect the strap to the ESD point on the rack.
2. Locate the AC power cord or cords shipped with the router. The AC power cords have plugs that are
appropriate for your geographical location.
3. Insert the coupler end of the power cord into the AC appliance inlet.
4. If the AC power source outlet has a power switch, turn it to the OFF (0) position.
5. Insert the power cord plug into an AC power source outlet.
6. If the AC power source outlet has a power switch, turn it to the ON (|) position.
7. Turn the power switch at the back of the vEdge 4000 router chassis to the ON position.
8. Check that the LED on the power supply faceplate is lit and is on steadily.
9. Repeat Steps 2 through 7 for the second power supply.
Figure 2: Connecting AC Power Supply to a vEdge 5000 Router
Warning: Only qualified personnel should be allowed to install and connect power to the vEdge router.
Note: It is strongly recommended that you use the power cord supplied with the vEdge 5000 router.
Caution: If you are connecting AC power to the router, it is recommended that the building have an external
surge protective device installed.
Step 3: Connect the Router to a Management Console
You can configure and manage a vEdge 5000 router using a management console. To connect the router to
a management console, use the console port which accepts a cable with an RJ-45 connector. See Console Port
.
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