Download
Share
Print this page
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Cisco Manuals
  4. Network Router
  5. NCS 4216
  6. Installing instruction

Cisco NCS 4216 Installing Instruction

Hide thumbs Also See for NCS 4216:

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Installing the Cisco NCS 4216
This chapter describes how to install the Cisco NCS 4216.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Prerequisites

Before installing the Cisco NCS 4216, it is important to prepare for the installation by:
• Preparing the site (site planning) and reviewing the installation plans or method of procedures (MOP)
• Unpacking and inspecting the Cisco NCS 4216
• Gathering the tools and test equipment required to properly install the Cisco NCS 4216
For more instructions on how to prepare for the installation of the Cisco NCS 4216, see the Preparing for
Installation section.

Installing the Router in a Rack

The sections describe how to install the Cisco NCS 4216 in a rack.
Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide
1

Advertisement

loading

Related Manuals for Cisco NCS 4216

Summary of Contents for Cisco NCS 4216

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    • Unpacking and inspecting the Cisco NCS 4216 • Gathering the tools and test equipment required to properly install the Cisco NCS 4216 For more instructions on how to prepare for the installation of the Cisco NCS 4216, see the Preparing for Installation section.
  • Page 2 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Installing the Chassis Brackets The Cisco NCS 4216 Door is not displayed in the figures below. It is only displayed in the Installing the Note Cisco NCS 4216 Door figure. Installing the Chassis Brackets The chassis is shipped with mounting brackets that can be installed on the front or rear of the chassis. To...
  • Page 3 Repeat Step 2 and Step 3 for the other bracket. Installing the Air Plenum (A907-F2B-AIR) in the Rack This procedure installs the air plenum to orient the air flow in front-to- back direction in the NCS 4216 router. Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit.
  • Page 4 Installing the Air Plenum (A907-F2B-AIR) in the Rack Installing Air Plenum in NCS 4216 Shelf for ANSI 23-inch Configuration To install the Air Plenum in NCS 4216 Shelf for ANSI 23-inch configuration, follow the steps below: SUMMARY STEPS 1. Install the ANSI 23-inch adapter plates on the horizontal air plenums.
  • Page 5 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Installing the Air Plenum (A907-F2B-AIR) in the Rack DETAILED STEPS Step 1 Install the ANSI 23-inch adapter plates on the horizontal air plenums. Figure 2: Installing the Air Plenum in the Rack Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 6 Check the length between the top and bottom horizontal air plenums where the chassis will be installed. The length must be not less than 10.5 inches (267 mm). If the length is less, adjust the position of the top horizontal plenum. Step 11 Install the empty NCS 4216 chassis between the horizontal plenums. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 7 The procedures in this section apply to both horizontal and vertical mounting of the router in a rack. Figure 3: Installing the Router Chassis in the Rack To install the router chassis in the equipment rack, perform these steps: Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 8 Step 4 Use a tape measure and level to verify that the chassis is installed straight and level. Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Door This section describes how to install the NCS 4216 door. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Door You cannot install the 19-inch Rack Door. Note Figure 4: Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Door To install the door of NCS 4216 shelf, follow the steps below: Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 10 Opening and Removing the Door of the NCS 4216 Shelf This procedure opens and removes the door of the NCS 4216 shelf. The NCS 4216 shelf has an ESD plug input and is shipped with an ESD wrist strap. The ESD plug input Note is located on the outside of the shelf on the right side.
  • Page 11 SUMMARY STEPS 1. Assemble the patch panels on the opposite side of the rack to make the cable routing process easy. 2. Fix one patch panel with a minimum of two screws on each side. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 12: Installing The Chassis Ground Connection

    Figure 5: Installing the Patch Panel on the Rack Installing the Chassis Ground Connection Before you connect the power or turn on the power to the Cisco NCS 4216, you must provide an adequate chassis ground (earth) connection to your router.
  • Page 13 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Installing the Chassis Ground Connection This section describes how to ground the Cisco NCS 4216 chassis. The router provides two locations for attaching a 2-hole grounding lug according to the rack-mounting brackets you use to install the router.
  • Page 14 This unit is to be installed in a restrictive access location and must be permanently grounded to minimum 6 AWG copper ground wire. Perform the following procedure to ground the Cisco NCS 4216 using a 2-hole lug and the corresponding mounting point. Most carriers require a minimum 6 AWG ground connection. Verify your carrier’s requirements for the ground connection.

  • Page 15: Installing The Fan Tray

    Installing the Fan Tray Installing the Fan Tray The fan tray is a modular unit that provides cooling to the Cisco NCS 4216. Follow these steps to install the fan tray in the chassis: Do not introduce body parts or objects in the fan tray slot when installing or removing the fan tray module.
  • Page 16 Secure the fan tray to the chassis using the attached captive installation screws. The recommended maximum torque is 5.5 in.-lb (.62 N-m). This completes the procedure for installing or replacing the fan tray in a Cisco NCS 4216. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 17 See the figure below. 2. Slide the new dust filter (A907-FAN-F) onto the fan tray. 3. Secure the filter with the top and bottom captive screws, in the chassis. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 18 Remove the blank fan filter cover (A907-FAN-F=) by unscrewing the captive installation screws at the top and bottom of the dust filter frame. See the figure below. Figure 8: Blank Fan Filter LEDs Dummy fan filter Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 19 Slide the new dust filter (A907-FAN-F) onto the fan tray. Step 3 Secure the filter with the top and bottom captive screws, in the chassis. Figure 9: Fan Filter Captive screw Fan filter Removing the Dust Filter Captive screw Fan filter Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 20 Removing and Replacing the Fan Tray The fan tray supports online insertion and removal (OIR). There is no need to power down the Cisco NCS 4216 to remove or replace the fan tray. However, the router will shut down if the fan tray is removed from the chassis for more than 90 seconds at 25º...
  • Page 21 3. Pull the fan tray toward you no more than 1 inch to disengage it from the power receptacle on the midplane, as shown in the following figure. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 22 The fans are exposed on the left side of the fan tray. Keep your fingers, clothing, and jewelry away from the Caution fans. Always handle the fan tray by the handle. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 23 The chassis must not be allowed to operate without functioning fans for more than 60 seconds. To install the new fan tray, follow the steps in the Installing the Fan Tray section. The following table shows the fan OIR timelines. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 24: Rsp Installation

    31º C to 40º C 30 seconds RSP Installation Follow the steps in the sections below on handling an RSP module in the Cisco NCS 4216: Installing an RSP Module To install an RSP module in the router chassis, perform the following steps: SUMMARY STEPS 1.
  • Page 25 Position the module in the slot. Make sure that you align the sides of the module with the guides on each side of the slot, as shown in the figure below. Figure 12: Cisco NCS 4216 RSP Installation Step 4 Carefully slide the module into the slot until the EMI gasket on the module makes contact with the module in the adjacent slot and both the ejector levers have closed to approximately 45 degrees with respect to the module faceplate.
  • Page 26 USB flash drive, using the copy running-config {ftp | tftp | bootflash:} command. This saves you time when bringing the module back online. If the module is running Cisco IOS software, save the current running configuration by entering the copy running-config startup-config command.
  • Page 27 Loosen the two captive installation screws on the module you plan to remove from the chassis. Step 4 Place your thumbs on the ejector levers (see Cisco NCS 4216 RSP Installation figure ) and simultaneously rotate the ejector levers outward to unseat the module from the backplane connector.

  • Page 28: Interface Module Installation

    • When inserting multiple IMs into the chassis, wait until each IM reaches an OK state before inserting the next IM. Interface Module Installation The sections describe the various tasks of associated with interface module installation on the Cisco NCS 4216: Installing an Interface Module SUMMARY STEPS 1.
  • Page 29 Figure 13: Inserting an Interface Module Step 4 Tighten the locking thumbscrews on both sides of the interface module. The recommended maximum torque is 5.5 in.-lb (.62 N-m). Step 5 Connect all the cables to each interface module. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 30 Hot-Swapping an Interface Module The Cisco NCS 4216 provides a feature that allows you to remove and replace an interface module without powering down the router. This feature, called hot-swapping or OIR, allows you to remove and replace a redundant module without disrupting router operation.

  • Page 31: Installing The Power Supply

    This time is recommended in order to allow for synchronization between components within the interface module and for synchronization with the standby RSP. Installing the Power Supply The Cisco NCS 4216 router provides the choice of the following power supply: Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 32 Use the information in the DC Power Supply Specifications table to estimate the power requirements and heat dissipation of a Cisco NCS 4216 based on a given configuration of the router. Determining power requirements is useful for planning the power distribution system needed to support the router.
  • Page 33 • Use the grounding lug to attach a wrist strap for ESD protection during servicing. Installing the DC Power Supply The sections describe how to install a DC power supply in the Cisco NCS 4216: This equipment is suitable for installation in Network Telecommunications Facilities and locations where Note the NEC applies.
  • Page 34 Slide the power supply into the power supply bay. Make sure that the power supply is fully seated in the bay. 5. Tighten the captive installation screws of the power supply. The recommended maximum torque is 5.5 in.-lb (.62 N-m). Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 Tighten the captive installation screws of the power supply. The recommended maximum torque is 5.5 in.-lb (.62 N-m). If you are installing a redundant DC power supply, repeat these steps for the second power source. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 36 Stripping more than the recommended amount of wire can leave behind exposed wire from the terminal block plug after installation. Step 3 Identify the positive and negative feed positions for the terminal block connection. The recommended wiring sequence is (see the figure below): • Negative (-) lead wire (middle) Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 Only wire with insulation should extend from the terminal block. Do not overtorque the plug captive screws of the terminal block. The recommended maximum torque is from Caution 4.425 in.-lb (.5 N-m) to 5.310 in-lb (.6 N-m). Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 38 What to Do Next This completes the procedure for connecting the DC power supply in the Cisco NCS 4216. If you are installing a redundant DC power supply, repeat these steps for the second power source.
  • Page 39 Removing and Replacing the DC Power Supply Removing and Replacing the DC Power Supply This section provides information about removing and replacing the DC power supply in the Cisco NCS 4216. The Cisco NCS 4216 power supplies are hot-swappable. If you have installed redundant power supply Note modules, you can replace a single power supply without interrupting power to the router.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Cisco Ncs 4216 Router To The Network

    Replace the DC power supply within 5 minutes. If the power supply bay is to remain empty, install a blank filler plate (Cisco part number NCS4216-PWR-BLANK) over the opening, and secure it with the captive installation screws. Connecting the Cisco NCS 4216 Router to the Network The sections describe how to connect cables on the Cisco NCS 4216.
  • Page 41 When the USB port is used it takes priority over the RJ45 EIA port. Note The USB Type A-to-Type A cable is not included with the Cisco NCS 4216; it is ordered separately. Step 2 Connect the end of the cable with the DB-9 connector (or USB Type-A) to the terminal or PC. If your terminal or PC has a console port that does not accommodate a DB-9 connector, you must provide an appropriate adapter for that port.
  • Page 42 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Connecting Console Cables • no flow control Figure 16: Connecting the USB Console Cable to the Cisco NCS 4216 Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 43 Connect to the USB port with the following command followed by the router USB port speed Example: macbook:user$ screen /dev/tty.usbmodem1a21 9600 To disconnect the OS X USB console from the Terminal window Enter Ctrl-a followed by Ctrl-\ Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 44 To disconnect the Linux USB console from the Terminal window Enter Ctrl-a followed by : then quit Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Device Driver A USB device driver must be installed the first time a Microsoft Windows-based PC is connected to the USB serial port on the router.
  • Page 45 This procedure shows how to install the Microsoft Windows 2000 USB driver. SUMMARY STEPS 1. Obtain the file Cisco_usbconsole_driver.zip from the Cisco.com web site and unzip it. 2. Double-click the file setup.exe. 3. The Cisco Virtual Com InstallShield Wizard begins. Click Next.
  • Page 46 This procedure shows how to install the Microsoft Windows Vista USB driver. SUMMARY STEPS 1. Obtain the file Cisco_usbconsole_driver.zip from the Cisco.com web site and unzip it. 2. If using 32-bit Windows Vista double-click the file setup.exe from the Windows_32 folder, or if using 64-bit Windows Vista double-click the file setup(x64).exe from the Windows_64 folder.
  • Page 47 The USB console is ready for use. Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Driver This section provides instructions for how to uninstall the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB device driver. Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 USB Driver Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 USB Driver This procedure shows you how to uninstall both the Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 USB driver.
  • Page 48 When a modem is connected to the auxiliary port, a remote user can dial in to the router and configure it. Use a light blue console cable and the DB-9-to-DB-25 connector adapter. Note The console cable and DB-9-to-DB-25 connector are not included with the Cisco NCS 4216; they are ordered separately. To connect a modem to the router, follow these steps: SUMMARY STEPS 1.
  • Page 49 Step 1 Connect the RJ45 end of the adapter cable to the black AUX port on the router, as shown in the figure below. Figure 17: Connecting a Modem to the Cisco NCS 4216 RJ45 AUX port RJ45 to DB-9...
  • Page 50 OSP wiring. Installing and Removing SFP The Cisco NCS 4216 supports a variety of SFP modules, including optical and Ethernet modules. For information on how to install and remove SFP modules, see the documentation for the SFP module at http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/products/hw/modules/ps5455/prod_installation_guides_list.html...
  • Page 51 Connecting a USB Flash Device To connect a USB flash device to the Cisco NCS 4216, insert the memory stick in the USB port labeled MEM. The Flash memory module can be inserted in only one way, and can be inserted or removed regardless of whether the router is powered up or not.
  • Page 52 OSP wiring. Connecting Cables to a GNSS Interface The sections describe how to connect cables from the Cisco NCS 4216 to a GPS unit for input or output timing of frequency:...
  • Page 53 Step 1 Connect one end of a mini-coax Y-cable to the GPS unit. Step 2 Connect one end of the split-side Y-cable mini-coax to the 10Mhz or 1PPS port on the primary RSP of the Cisco NCS 4216. Step 3 Connect the other end of the split-side Y-cable mini-coax to the 10Mhz or 1PPS port on the backup RSP of the Cisco NCS 4216.
  • Page 54 Connect one end of the split-side Y-cable Ethernet to the ToD port on the primary RSP of the Cisco NCS 4216. Step 3 Connect the other end of the split-side Y-cable Ethernet to the ToD port on the backup RSP of the Cisco NCS 4216. For instructions on how to configure clocking, see the Cisco NCS 4216 Software Configuration Guide...
  • Page 55 • The GNSS RF In coaxial cable shield must be connected to the Facility Equipment Ground through the chassis. The chassis must have the ground wire connected to the Facility Equipment Ground. Figure 19: Installing the GNSS Module in the RSP Screw on the GNSS Module Inserting the GNSS Module Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 56 Connecting Ethernet Cables Connecting Ethernet Cables The Cisco NCS 4216 interface modules support RJ45 or SFP Ethernet ports. For instructions on how to connect cables to Ethernet SFP ports, see the Connecting Cables to SFP Modules section. The RJ45 port supports standard straight-through and crossover Category 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables.
  • Page 57 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Connecting T1/E1 cables Connecting T1/E1 cables The physical layer interface for the Cisco NCS 4216 T1/E1 port is a customer-installed high-density connector. The high-density connector has thumbscrews which should be screwed into the interface when the cable is installed.
  • Page 58 The following table shows details of the patch panel cables: Patch Panel Cable Description CABLE-16TDM-C 16-port cable for TDM CEM Interface Module, no redundancy, 10 feet in length CABLE-16TDM-C-R is not supported in Cisco IOS XE Release 3.18.06v.S. Note Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 59 T1 straight-through shielded cables. If both T1/E1 interfaces are connected to their patch panels in a different configuration, use a T1 straight-through cable (standard RJ48C patch cable) to connect the patch panels. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 60 (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring. Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 61 Connector and Cable Specifications Only Pins 1, 2, 4, 6, and 8 are available for customer use. The remaining pins are for Cisco manufacturing test, and should not be connected. Use a shielded cable for connection to this port for EMC protection. External Alarm Input Pinout table summarizes the pinouts on the alarm port in the Troubleshooting section.
  • Page 62 Installing the Cisco NCS 4216 Connector and Cable Specifications Cisco NCS 4216 Hardware Installation Guide...