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Installation of the VX-MD4024
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1.1 Pre-Installation
This section provides the information users have to beware of before installing the VX-MD4024 .
The information includes required installation tools, safety requirements, and electrostatic
discharge protection.
1.1.1 Tools and Test Equipment Requirements
To install and maintain the VX-MD4024, you should have the tools and test equipment listed in
the Table 1-1.
Table 1-1 Required Installation Tools and Materials
Item Required
Purpose
Anti-static wrist strap
Protect the VX-MD4024 system from electrostatic
discharge damage.
Hand tools
Screw drivers for equipment removal and replacement.
Wire cutter/stripper
Prepare wires for electrical connections.
Accessories and hardware kit
Screws, bolts, etc., for securing the equipment on the
desired location.
1.1.2 Safety Requirement
To prevent possible serious injury, do not apply power to the VX-MD4024 system at the central
office or any remote site until you’ve completed all of the installation procedures and connected it
to the external facilities. Be cautious, when turning on/off the VX-MD4024 system power.
1.1.3 Electrostatic Discharge Protection
The terminal cards contain static-sensitive components. When handling them, be sure to wear a
properly grounded anti-static wrist strap to prevent the damage from electrostatic discharge. If a
wrist strap is not available, hold all cards only by their edges or extractor handles. Do not touch
any component or traces on the cards. For future use, store cards in original shipped antistatic
bags, or in an approved static-protected bag or container.
To minimize the possible damage from electrostatic discharge, do not install the VX-MD4024 in
cold, dry places where static electricity can build up. Also, when handling cards, do not touch
their rear-edge connector traces. These electrical contact points should be kept free of body oils
and other contaminants.