Page 1
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-mount Chassis M C R 1 2 Installation Guide 613-000815 Rev. B...
Page 2
Telesis, Inc. be liable for any incidental, special, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever, including but not limited to lost profits, arising out of or related to this manual or the information contained herein, even if Allied Telesis, Inc. has been...
Page 3
Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This section contains the following: “US Federal Communications Commission” “Industry Canada” “Emissions, Immunity and Electrical Safety Standards” on page 4 “Translated Safety Statements” on page 4 US Federal Communications Commission Radiated Energy Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Page 4
Electrical Safety EN62368-1 (TUV), UL 60950-1 (cULus) Laser Safety EN60825 Translated Safety Statements Important: The indicates that translations of the safety statement are available in the PDF document Translated Safety Statements posted on the Allied Telesis website at alliedtelesis.com/services-and-support.
Installing the Chassis in a Rack ............................28 Grounding the Chassis ..............................30 Installing a Media Converter in the Chassis........................32 Installing a CV1000 Chassis in an MCR12 Rack-Mount Chassis...................35 Calculating the Power Requirements ........................35 Installing the CV1000 Chassis ..........................36 Powering on an AC-Powered Chassis..........................39 Wiring and Powering on a DC-Powered Chassis ......................40...
Page 7
Figure 14. Securing the Mounting Rail ..........................34 Figure 15. CVMCR Installation Adapter..........................35 Figure 16. Removing the Mounting Rail from a Slot in the MCR12 Chassis ..............36 Figure 17. Installing the CVMCR Adapter on the CV1000 Chassis..................36 Figure 18.
Preface This guide contains instructions on how to install an MCR12 Media Converter Rack-mount Chassis. This preface contains the following sections: “Safety Symbols Used in this Document” on page 12 “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 13 ...
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Safety Symbols Used in this Document This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Chapter 1 Overview This chapter provides information about the MCR12 Media Conversion Rack-Mount chassis and contains the following sections: “Features” on page 16 “Power Status LEDs” on page 19 ...
M C R 1 2 Power Supply LEDs Figure 1. Full Populated MCR12 Chassis with Rack Mount Brackets Attached Two LEDs on the front provide information about the status of the auxiliary power supplies installed in the rear, as described in “Power Status LEDs”...
Auxiliary Power Supply Slot B Figure 3. Back Panels Auxiliary Power The MCR12 chassis is shipped with one PWR4 (AC) or PWR9 (DC) power supply installed in slot A, with slot B for an auxiliary power supply. Supply Slot The power supply provides automatic load balancing for one or two power supplies.
Chapter 1: Overview Figure 4 shows the rear view of the MCR12 rack-mount chassis with two PWR4 AC power supplies installed. Figure 4. MCR12 Chassis with Two PWR4 AC Power Supplies Installed Figure 5 shows the rear view of the MCR12 rack-mount chassis with two PWR9 DC power supplies installed.
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Power Status LEDs Table 1 describes the operation of the power status LEDs on the front of the MCR12 chassis. Table 1. Power Status LEDs Color Description PWR A Green Power supply A is operating normally.
Chapter 2 Installation This chapter provides the installation instructions for the MCR12 chassis and contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 22 “Verifying the Package Contents” on page 25 “Preparing the Site” on page 26 ...
Chapter 2: Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the chassis or any of its components. Warning Do not work on equipment or cables during periods of lightning activity. E2 Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device.
Page 23
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Warning As a safety precaution, install a circuit breaker with a minimum value of 15 Amps between the equipment and the DC power source. Always connect the wires to the LAN equipment first before you connect the wires to the circuit breaker.
Page 24
Chapter 2: Installation Note A tray cable is required to connect the power source if the unit is powered by centralized DC power. The tray cable must be a UL listed Type TC tray cable and rated at 600 V and 90 degrees C, with three conductors, minimum 14 AWG.
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Verifying the Package Contents Ensure that the following items are included in your package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. One MCR12 Media Conversion Rack-Mount Chassis ...
Chapter 2: Installation Preparing the Site Be sure to observe the following guidelines when planning the installation of your chassis. Make sure power for the chassis is accessible and cables can be easily connected. Cables must be away from sources of electrical noise such as ...
Note Keep the shipping material. You must use the original shipping material if you need to return the chassis to Allied Telesis. 2. Place the chassis on a level, secure surface. The chassis is equipped with four protective rubber feet. This allows the chassis to be placed on many types of surfaces.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Chassis in a Rack To install the MCR12 chassis in a rack, perform the following procedure: 1. Place the chassis upside down on a level, secure surface. 2. Using a flat-head screwdriver, remove the rubber feet from the bottom of the chassis and set them aside for future use.
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide 5. Mount the chassis on the rack with two screws (not provided) on each side, as illustrated in Figure 2. M C R 1 2 Figure 2. Installing the Chassis in a Rack 6. Do not apply power at this time. Go to “Grounding the Chassis” on...
Figure 3. Connecting the Wire to the Ground Lug 2. Place the ground lug on the two studs located on the rear panel of the MCR12 chassis, as shown in Figure 4. Figure 4. Position of the Ground Lug on the Studs...
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide 3. Secure the ground lug with the two M5 lock nuts provided, as illustrated in Figure 5. Figure 5. Securing the Ground Lug with Two M5 Lock Nuts 4. Attach the other end of the ground wire to an appropriate ground (earth) rod of the building.
1. Select the slot where you want to install the media converter. 2. Loosen the captive screw that secures the mounting rail in the MCR12 chassis, and remove the mounting rail by sliding it out, as shown in Figure 6.
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide 3. Position the media converter so that its top is facing up, align the mounting rail with the left side of the media converter, and insert the tabs on the mounting rail into the front and rear air vents on the media converter as shown in Figure 7.
Chapter 2: Installation 6. Secure the mounting rail to the chassis by tightening the captive screw, as shown in Figure 9. P O W E M C R 1 2 1277 Figure 9. Securing the Mounting Rail...
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Installing a CV1000 Chassis in an MCR12 Rack-Mount Chassis In order to install the CV1000 chassis in an MCR12 rack-mount chassis, a CVMCR Installation Adapter, as shown in Figure 10, is required. Note For detailed descriptions and installation procedures for the...
CVMCR Installation Adapter, perform the following procedure: CV1000 Chassis 1. Choose the slot in the MCR12 chassis where you want to install the CV1000 chassis and loosen the captive screw to remove the mounting rail from that slot, as shown in Figure 11.
M C R 1 2 2 0 2 V1 00 AT -C A T - 1252 R DY R DY Figure 14. Sliding the CV1000 into the MCR12 Chassis Slot 6. Press gently on the CV1000 chassis to seat the chassis into the backplane.
Chapter 2: Installation 7. Tighten the captive screw on the CVMCR adapter to secure the CV1000 in the chassis, as shown in Figure 15. MEDIA CONVERTER RACKMOUNT CHASSIS C H A A S O U N T R A C K M E R T E R C O N V M E D IA...
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Powering on an AC-Powered Chassis To power on the chassis, perform the following procedure: 1. Connect the power cord to the power supply. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall outlet.
Chapter 2: Installation Wiring and Powering on a DC-Powered Chassis To wire and power on a DC-powered chassis, perform the following procedure: Warning As a safety precaution, install a circuit breaker with a minimum value of 15 Amps between the equipment and the DC power source. Always connect the wires to the LAN equipment first before you connect the wires to the circuit breaker.
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Note A tray cable is required to connect the power source if the unit is powered by centralized DC power. The tray cable must be a UL listed Type TC tray cable and rated at 600 V and 90 degrees C, with three conductors, minimum 14 AWG.
7. Secure the tray cable near the rack framework using multiple cable ties (not provided) to minimize the chance of the connections being disturbed by casual contact with the wiring. Allied Telesis recommends that you use at least four cable ties 10 centimeters (4 inches) apart with the first one located within 15 centimeters (6 inches) of the terminal block.
MCR12 Media Converter Rack-Mount Installation Guide Installing an Auxiliary Power Supply To install an auxiliary power supply unit in the power supply slot in the back of the MCR12 chassis, refer to the documentation that is shipped with the power supply.
Allied Telesis hardware products are covered under limited warranties. Some products have a longer warranty coverage than others. The MCR12 chassis has a limited warranty of Lifetime (24 months Fan & PSU). All Allied Telesis warranties are subject to the terms and conditions set out...
For a DC unit, check to be sure that the wires are connected to the correct terminals. If the MCR12 chassis is not operating correctly after testing and troubleshooting the installation, refer to “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 14 or visit our web site at www.alliedtelesis.com for support...
Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions: W x H x D 483 mm x 132 mm x 226 mm (19.0 in x 5.18 in x 8.88 in) Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature: 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Storage Temperature: -25°...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the MCR12 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers