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Prepare for Installation
Before you install the Cisco N540-Front Haul routers, you must prepare your site for installation.
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General Precautions
Observe the following general precautions when using and working with your router:
• Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources, and do not block cooling vents.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing so can cause fire or electric
• Position system cables and power supply cable carefully. Route system cables, the power supply cable,
• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site
General Precautions, on page 1
Site Planning Checklist, on page 2
Environmental Requirements, on page 2
Airflow for Site Planning, on page 3
Airflow Guidelines, on page 3
Site Power Guidelines, on page 6
Site Cabling Guidelines, on page 7
Tools and Equipment, on page 9
Prepare Your Location , on page 9
Prepare Yourself , on page 10
Prepare Rack for Router Installation, on page 11
Cabinet Selection Guidelines, on page 12
Unpack the Cisco NCS 540-Front-Haul Router, on page 13
environment.
shock by shorting out interior components.
and plug so that they are not stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing else rests on your system
component cables or power cable.
modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.
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Summarization of Contents
Prepare for Installation
General Precautions
Essential safety guidelines for handling and operating router components.
Site Planning Checklist
A comprehensive list of tasks to ensure site readiness for router installation.
Environmental Requirements
Specifies temperature, humidity, and pollutant limits for optimal equipment performance.
Airflow for Site Planning
Discusses system airflow and its importance in site preparation for cooling.
Airflow Guidelines
Provides specific clearance recommendations for adequate router airflow and cooling.
Site Power Guidelines
Details requirements for reliable system operation through proper power supply and wiring.
Electrical Circuit Requirements
Outlines dedicated circuit needs and power redundancy for router operation.
Site Cabling Guidelines
Covers network connection requirements, cable types, and distance limitations.
Asynchronous Terminal Connections
Describes console port connectivity for local access via RS-232.
Interference Considerations
Explains potential signal interference and its impact on equipment operation.
Electromagnetic Interference
Discusses EMI sources and methods to mitigate their effects on router components.
Radio Frequency Interference
Addresses RFI propagation and how building wiring can impact signal integrity.
Tools and Equipment
Lists necessary tools and equipment for router installation and upgrades.
Prepare Your Location
Illustrates grounding requirements for the building housing the chassis.
Prepare Yourself
Guides on personal preparation, specifically ESD strap usage for static control.
Prepare Rack for Router Installation
Provides steps for preparing the equipment rack for router mounting.
Cabinet Selection Guidelines
Offers guidance on choosing appropriate cabinets for indoor and outdoor installations.
Unpack the Cisco NCS 540-Front-Haul Router
Instructions for safely removing the router from its packaging.
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