Installing a NetIron MLX Series Router
December 2008
© 2008 Foundry Networks, Inc.
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NOTE:
To provide better grounding of the chassis to the rack, attach the chassis to the rack using star washers.
Additionally, if any single hole grounding lugs are used star washers shall be used as a means to prevent rotation
of the lug.
6.
Repeat Step 3 through Step 5 to mount each subsequent chassis in the same rack.
Removing the Slot Blanks
The NetIron MLX-8 chassis ships with slot blanks installed in all module slots. The slot blank covers a slot that
does not currently have a module installed in it, ensuring proper airflow within the chassis. If you plan to install a
module in a particular slot, you must remove the slot blank.
CAUTION:
If you do not install a module in a slot, you must keep the slot blank in place. If you run the chassis
with an uncovered slot, the system may overheat. Tighten the screws that secure the slot blanks so that they
remain in place when removing adjacent panels or modules.
Although the slot blanks are different in size, the procedure for removing them from the NetIron MLX-8 chassis is
the same. Therefore, this section provides one procedure that applies to all slot blanks.
You will need a flat-head screwdriver to perform this task.
To remove a slot blank, do the following:
1.
Loosen the screws on either end of the slot blank by hand or with a flat-head screwdriver.
2.
Pull the slot blank out of the chassis, and store it in a safe place for future use.
Installing NetIron MLX-8 Modules
This section provides one procedure that applies to all modules. The sequence for installing more than one
module is important to ensure proper fit. For the NetIron MLX-8 chassis, starting from the lowest row and moving
upwards, install the modules right-to-left.
WARNING:
The intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly is suitable for connection to intra-building
or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly MUST NOT be
metallically connected to interfaces that connect to the outside plant (OSP) or its wiring. These interfaces are
designed for use as intra-building interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE, Issue 4)
and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection
in order to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.
NOTE:
The NetIron MLX Series modules are dedicated, which means that you must install them in the NetIron
MLX Series chassis only. For example, if you attempt to install the NetIron MLX Series management module in
another Foundry chassis or a management module intended for another Foundry chassis in the NetIron MLX
Series chassis, the chassis and module will not function properly.
Table 3.3 provides the chassis slot number(s) into which you must install the modules. Markings for the chassis
slots appear at the base of the slots.
Table 3.3: NetIron MLX-8 Module Installation
NetIron MLX-8
Module
Chassis Slot Number
Management modules
Active module – M1 (left).
Redundant module – M2 (right).
Interface modules
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