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Chapter 1 Install the Shelf and Common Control Cards
NTP- G27 Install the DCU Shelf Assembly
Note
Procedures for installing FlexLayer hardware in this chapter require that you have a network
plan calculated for your DWDM network with Cisco MetroPlanner, Release 8.0.
Cisco MetroPlanner is a DWDM planning tool that is available from your Cisco account
representative. Cisco MetroPlanner prepares a shelf plan for each network node and calculates
the power and attenuation levels for the DWDM cards installed in the node. For information
about Cisco MetroPlanner, refer to the
Cisco MetroPlanner DWDM Operations Guide
,
Release 8.0.
Step 7
Complete the
“DLP-G31 Install the FlexLayer Modules” task on page 1-72
Step 8
Complete the
“DLP-G32 Install the Y-Cable Protection Modules in the FlexLayer Shelf” task on
as needed.
Step 9
Complete the
“DLP-G377 Install the Y-Cable Protection Modules in the Y-Cable Module Tray” task on
as needed.
Stop
.
You have completed this procedure
.
DLP-G27 Install the DCU Shelf Assembly
Step 1
The DCU chassis requires 1 RU in a standard 19-inch (482.6-mm) or 23-inch (584.2-mm) rack. Locate
the RMU space specified in your site plan. Refer to the “Shelf Assembly Hardware” chapter in the
Cisco ONS 15454 DWDM Reference Manual
for common site layout plans.
Step 2
Two sets of mounting brackets are included with the DCU mounting kit, one set each for 19-inch
(482.6-mm) or 23-inch (584.2-mm) racks. Verify that your chassis is equipped with the correct set of
brackets for your rack. Change the brackets as required.
Step 3
Align the chassis with the rack mounting screw holes; one at a time, insert and tighten the four screws.
Step 4
Connect a frame ground to the ground terminal provided on either side of the chassis. Use minimum
#14 AWG wire.
Step 5
Return to your originating procedure (NTP).
Purpose
This task installs the Dispersion Compensation Unit (DCU) chassis.
Tools/Equipment
#2 Phillips Dynamometric screwdriver
Crimping tool
#14 AWG wire and lug
Prerequisite Procedures
None
Required/As Needed
As needed
Onsite/Remote
Onsite
Security Level
None