Foundry NetIron MLX Series Installation and Basic Configuration Guide
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© 2008 Foundry Networks, Inc.
December 2008
Installing a NetIron MLX-4 Router
This section describes the steps you will perform to install a NetIron MLX-4 router:
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“Preparing the Installation Site”
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“Unpacking a NetIron MLX-4 Router”
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“Chassis Lifting Guidelines for NetIron MLX-4 Routers”
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“Installing a NetIron MLX-4 Chassis in a Rack”
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“Installing NetIron MLX-4 Modules”
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“Installing Power Supplies in a NetIron MLX-4 Chassis”
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“Connecting AC Power to a NetIron MLX-4 Chassis”
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“Connecting DC Power to a NetIron MLX-4 Chassis”
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Preparing the Installation Site
Cabling Infrastructure
Ensure that the proper cabling is installed in the site.
For information on cabling, see “Installing Power Supplies in a NetIron MLX-4 Chassis” on page 3-9, “Attaching a
Management Station” on page 3-49, and “Connecting a NetIron MLX Series Router” on page 4-5.
Installation Location
Before installing the router, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and equipment. For cooling
purposes, allow a minimum of six inches of space between the sides, front, and the back of the chassis and walls
or other obstructions. If a chassis is installed within a perforated enclosure, the perforations must have openings of
at least 60 percent of the surface.
NOTE:
This equipment is suitable for installation in a Network Telecommunication facility and where NEC
requirements apply. Additionally it may be installed in either a Common Bonding Network (CBN) or Isolated
Bonding Network (IBN). It is not intended for Outside Plant installations (OSP).
Unpacking a NetIron MLX-4 Router
The NetIron MLX-4 router ships with several items. Review the list below, and verify the contents. If any items are
missing, contact the place of purchase.
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NetIron MLX-4 chassis with the appropriate number of switch fabric modules already installed in the slot
marked SF and a slot blank installed in all other module slots.
NOTE:
You must provide standard #12-24 pan-head screws for mounting the NetIron MLX-4 chassis into a rack.
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CD-ROM containing software images and the user documentation (including this guide).
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Warranty card.
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A 115V AC power cable for each AC power supply you purchase from Foundry.
To unpack a NetIron MLX-4 chassis, follow these steps:
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Move the pallet to a staging area as close to the installation site as possible.
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Position the shipping carton with the arrows pointing up.
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Remove the strap that secures the shipping carton to the pallet.
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Remove the plastic cover and shipping carton.
