| Environment |
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Verify that environmental factors such as temperature and humidity
do not exceed router tolerances.
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Router Environmental Specifications
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| Power |
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Measure distance between external power sources and router installation
site.
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DC Power, Connection,
and Cable Specifications
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Locate sites for connection of system grounding.
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Chassis Grounding
| | |
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Calculate the power consumption and requirements.
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Router Power Requirements
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| Hardware Configuration |
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Choose the configuration.
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Hardware Component Overview
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| Rack |
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Verify that your rack meets the minimum requirements
for the installation of the router.
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Rack Requirements
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Plan rack location, including required space clearances.
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Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance
Rack Size and Strength
| | |
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If a rack is used, secure rack to floor and building structure.
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Connection to Building Structure
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| Cables |
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Acquire cables and connectors:
- 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.
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Calculating Power Budget for Fiber-Optic Cable
Calculating Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cable
| | |
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Plan the cable routing and management.
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Maintaining PICs and PIC Cables
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