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8784-A2-GZ40-20
February 2001
Installation Overview
Installation and configuration of the Hotwire 8784 TDM SDSL Termination Unit
consists of:
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Installing the unit in the DSLAM.
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Connecting to the DTE.
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Connecting to an MDF.
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Providing initial unit identity information or changing existing identity
information.
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Configuring your unit using the Configuration Edit menus.
Before you install the unit, read the Important Safety Instructions on page 17.
Be sure to register your warranty at www.paradyne.com/warranty.
Planning the Installation
Review the following list to help plan for the installation.
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Obtain the applicable cables; refer to Cables You Need on page 3.
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Make sure the Hotwire DSLAM chassis is installed and power is supplied to
the chassis.
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After the Hotwire 8784 Termination Unit is installed, there are configuration
procedures that must be performed before you can begin to use the
termination unit. Refer to the Hotwire 8784 TDM SDSL Unit, with DSX-1
Interface, User’s Guide for more detailed configuration procedures.
Cables You Need
The following standard cables are used with this product.
For the network connection:
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Plug-ended Telco 50-pin cable for connection from the Hotwire 8600 Series
DSLAM LINE port or one of the Hotwire 8800 Series DSLAM LINES ports to
the Main Distribution Frame (MDF) or other demarcation point.
For the DTE connection:
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The 50-position plug to two 8-position unkeyed modular jacks. (Paradyne
Feature No. 8700-F1-505 can be used. Ignore Jacks 3 and 4.)
For more information refer to Connector Pin Assignments in the User’s Guide,
and the appropriate DSLAM installation document.
