
Tools Required to Unpack and Prepare the PTX3000 Packet Transport Router for Installation
The following tools and parts are required to unpack and prepare the PTX3000 router
for installation:
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A mechanical lift—recommended
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1/2-in. (13-mm) open-end or socket wrench to remove bracket bolts from the shipping
pallet
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Phillips screwdrivers, numbers 1 and 2
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7/16-in. (11-mm) nut driver, for tightening nuts to the terminal studs on each power
distribution unit on a DC-powered packet transport router
CAUTION:
You must use an appropriate torque-controlled tool to tighten
the nuts. Applying excessive torque damages the terminal studs. The
maximum torque that may be applied to this nut is 24 lb-in. (2.7 Nm).
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Cage nuts, if needed for your rack or cabinet
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Electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap, to be used when handling electronic
components
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Antistatic mat, to be used when installing or removing components from the chassis
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Blank panels to cover any slots not occupied by a component
Step 2: Unpack the PTX3000 Packet Transport Router
For detailed instructions on how to unpack the shipping crate and verifying the parts
received, see the
PTX3000 Packet Transport Router Hardware Guide
.
Step 3: Install the PTX3000 Packet Transport Router Mounting Hardware
To install the mounting hardware, perform the following procedures:
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Install Cage Nuts, If Needed on page 5
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Install the Mounting Shelf on page 6
Install Cage Nuts, If Needed
Insert cage nuts on the front rack rails, if needed. The hole distances are relative to the
standard U division on the rack that is aligned with the bottom of the mounting shelf.
To install cage nuts on the front rack rails:
1.
Insert cage nuts in the holes specified for the mounting shelf (see
NOTE:
A mounting shelf is not required to install the packet transport
router.
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Tools Required to Unpack and Prepare the PTX3000 Packet Transport Router for Installation