
doing so could leave the wire exposed from the terminal block. The below figure shows a stripped DC input power source
wire.
Figure 14: Stripped DC Input Power Source Wire
0.39 inch (10 mm) is the recommended wire-strip length
for the terminal block.
1
An exposed wire lead from a DC input power source can conduct harmful levels of electricity. Be sure that
no exposed portion of the DC input power source wire extends from the terminal block. Statement 122
Danger
Step 4
Identify the positive and negative feed positions for the terminal block connection. The wiring sequence is:
1
Positive (+) lead wire (right)
2
Negative (
–
) lead wire (left)
Step 5
Insert the exposed wire into the terminal block. Ensure that you cannot see any wire lead outside the plastic cover. Only
wires with insulation should extend from the terminal block.
Do not overtorque the terminal block captive screws. Ensure that the connection is snug, but the wire is not
crushed. Verify by tugging lightly on each wire to ensure that they do not move.
Caution
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Installing DC Input Power on the Cisco ASR 1001-X Router