Summary
Date
Added information about how to install optional air
baffle accessory kit on the Cisco ASR 9001 Router.
Added information about the new Fast Ethernet SFP
modules, 10-GE SFP+ transceivers, and DWDM
SFP+ transceivers.
January 2014
Added information about Cisco ASR 9001-S Router.
May 2013
Initial release of this document.
June 2012
Audience
This guide is written for hardware installers and system administrators of Cisco routers.
These users must have a substantial background in installing and configuring router and switch-based hardware.
Also, they should be familiar with electronic circuitry and wiring practices, and have experience as an electronic
or electromechanical technician.
Purpose
This installation guide contains procedures for installing the router hardware, creating a basic startup
configuration file, and powering the router on for the first time.
Document Organization
This installation guide is organized into these chapters and appendixes:
•
Preparing for Installation, on page 1
, describes safety considerations, required tools and equipment,
an overview of the installation, and procedures to perform before installation.
•
Unpacking and Installing the Chassis, on page 33
, provides instructions for installing the chassis into
a rack.
•
Installing Modules and Cables in the Chassis, on page 57
, provides instructions for installing the cards
and modules into the chassis after it is mounted in a rack, and for connecting external network interface
cables.
•
Troubleshooting the Installation, on page 85
, provides guidelines for troubleshooting the router hardware
installation.
•
Replacing Cisco ASR 9001 Router Components, on page 109
, provides removal and replacement
procedures for primary router components and field-replaceable units (FRUs).
•
Technical Specifications, on page 119
, provides a summary of physical, electrical, and environmental
specifications for the router.
Cisco ASR 9001 and Cisco ASR 9001-S Routers Hardware Installation Guide
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Preface
Audience