Technical Documentation

T1600 Site Preparation Requirements Checklist

The checklist in Table 1 summarizes the tasks you need to perform when preparing a site for router installation.

Table 1: Site Preparation Checklist

Item or Task	For More Information	Performed By	Date
Environment
Verify that environmental factors such as temperature and humidity do not exceed router tolerances.	T1600 Environmental Specifications
Power
Measure distance between external power sources and router installation site.	T1600 DC Power Distribution
Locate sites for connection of system grounding.	T1600 Chassis Grounding Cable and Lug Specifications
Calculate the power consumption and requirements.	T1600 AC Power Requirements T1600 DC Power Requirements
Rack
Verify that your rack meets the minimum requirements for the installation of the router.	Rack Requirements for the T1600 Router
Plan rack location, including required space clearances.	Clearance Requirements for Airflow and T1600 Hardware Maintenance
If a rack is used, secure rack to floor and building structure.	Rack Requirements for the T1600 Router
Cables and Transceivers
Acquire cables and transceivers: Determine the number of cables needed based on your planned configuration. Review the maximum distance allowed for each cable. Choose the length of cable based on the distance between the hardware components being connected.	Network Cable and Transceiver Overview for M Series, MX Series, and T Series Routers Understanding Fiber-Optic Cable Signal Loss, Attenuation, and Dispersion Calculating Power Budget and Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables
Plan the cable routing and management.	Maintaining T1600 PICs and PIC Cables