Installation Guide

Because of the weight of a fully loaded MLXe-32 router, it is recommended that you install the router in a rack before installing any
modules and power supplies.
You can install one 32-slot router in a standard 19-inch 2-post or 4-post EIA rack, in either a front-mount position or a mid-mount
position. You must provide eight standard #12-24 pan-head screws to secure the router in the rack. You will need a #2 Phillips
screwdriver to perform this task.
NOTE
Because of the weight of a fully-populated 32-slot chassis, it is not recommended that you install your 32-slot router in a 2-
post EIA rack. The preferred installation is in a 4-post EIA rack. Refer to Installing your MLXe-32 outer in a 4-post EIA rack on
page 143 for installation instructions.
Installation requirements
Allow 1 to 2 hours to complete this procedure. Your installation site must meet the following requirements to ensure correct installation
and operation:
• Provide 35 U of space in a 19 inch rack.
• Verify that the additional weight of the router does not exceed the weight limits for the rack or the
oor.
• Ensure that an electrical branch circuit with the following characteristics is available:
– Required voltage and frequency as indicated in the hardware reference manual.
– Protection by a circuit breaker in accordance with local electrical codes.
– Supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size that conform to the electrical rating on the router nameplate.
– Grounded outlet compatible with the power cord and installed by a licensed electrician.
• Ensure that all equipment installed in the rack is grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection. Do not rely on a
secondary connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.
• Ensure that the rack is mechanically secured to support the router model.Ensure that the airow available at the inlet air vents
does not exceed 40o Celsius (104o Fahrenheit).
• Only one 32-slot device can be mounted per rack, positioned as close to the bottom of the rack as possible.
• The empty device weighs approximately 362 lbs. You will need a mechanical device (such as a material lift), and at least two
people to guide the device into place.
• Before you install the device, make sure that the rack is in a permanent location and is secured to the oor or wall of the
building. The installation site must allow adequate clearance for airow, installation, and maintenance.
Tool requirements and parts list
You will need the following tools to install a 32-slot device in any EIA rack.
• A forklift or pallet jack to move the router while it is on the pallet (500 lbs. minimum).
• Insertion-extraction tool for use with RJ-45 and
ber-optic connectors
• A mechanical lift tool tted with a lift plate (instead of forks) to move the device o the pallet and transport it to the rack. The lift
should be rated for 500 lbs. minimum.
• A strap to secure and stabilize the device while it is being moved on the mechanical lift
• A power drill with the following attachments:
– Large #2 Phillips screwdriver attachment
– A 7/16 inch socket wrench attachment
– Large 3/8 inch at blade screwdriver attachment
Installing an MLXe-32 router
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