Installing a NetIron MLX Series Router
December 2008
© 2008 Foundry Networks, Inc.
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Installing a NetIron MLX-32 Router
This section describes the following tasks:
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“Preparing the Installation Site”
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“Unpacking a NetIron MLX-32 Router”
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“Installing a NetIron MLX-32 Chassis in a Rack”
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“Installing NetIron MLX-32 Modules”
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“NetIron MLX-32 Cable Management”
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“Installing Power Supplies in a NetIron MLX-32 Chassis”
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“Connecting AC Power to a NetIron MLX-32 Chassis”
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“Connecting DC Power to a NetIron MLX-32 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 “NetIron MLX-32 Cable Management” on page 3-36, “Installing Power Supplies in
a NetIron MLX-32 Chassis” on page 3-45, “Attaching a Management Station” on page 3-49, and “Connecting a
NetIron MLX Series Router” on page 4-5.
Installation Location
Before installing the chassis, 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.
Since you will be using a mechanical lift to move and install the chassis, make sure you allow enough working
room.
NOTE:
Make sure your site provides 200-240 AC power.
Unpacking a NetIron MLX-32 Router
The NetIron MLX-32 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-32 chassis with the card slots empty, and covered with upper and lower shipping panels (see
uncrating instructions next)
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The appropriate number of interface modules, switch fabric modules, management modules, and power
supplies shipped separately
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A total of 32 slot blanks shipped separately
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Rack mount kit, including two L-shaped brackets and mounting screws
NOTE:
You must provide standard #12-24 pan-head screws for mounting the NetIron MLX Series chassis into a
rack.
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Insertion/extraction tool for use with RJ-45 and fiber-optic connectors
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CD-ROM containing software images and the user documentation (including this guide)
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Warranty card
