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This chapter describes the issues to consider as you prepare to receive shipment of the Cisco CRS Carrier Routing System 16-Slot Line Card Chassis and transport the chassis components to the installation site.
It includes the following sections:
When planning your Cisco CRS 16-slot line card chassis installation, you must consider how the routing system components will be moved from the shipping dock to the site where the chassis is to be installed. This section, and the sections that follow, provide information about the things to consider as you plan on how to transport the system components from the loading dock to the installation site.
The line card chassis is shipped in several crates that reduce the potential for product damage during routine material handling and shipment. To protect the chassis:
Note | When you are planning the transportation route and storage area, consider the shipping pallet and crate dimensions. (Table 1) |
Depending on the number of options you ordered, the Cisco CRS router arrives packaged in several shipping crates and pallets. The line card chassis is shipped on a pallet by itself and arrives inside a polyethylene bag enclosed in a plywood box, held in place by steel clips (see the table below). Other system components are shipped in separate crates. For complete details on the contents of each crate, see the shipping and parts identification label on the crate.
Caution | Do not stack the Cisco CRS shipping crates, because serious damage to the system components can occur. |
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Lock latches |
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Four-sided plywood box |
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Large side panel |
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The table below lists the physical characteristics of the chassis shipping crate.
Weight (Est. max.) |
1497 lb (679 kg)—Chassis in shipping crate with pallet |
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Dimensions |
Height: 92 in. (233.7 cm) |
Width: 45 in. (114.3 cm) |
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Length: 48 in. (121.9 cm) |
Consider the following as you plan for the unpacking and storage of chassis components:
This section describes the things to consider as you plan the route to use to move the chassis from the loading dock to the installation site. See Figure 1 for the minimum hallway, aisle, and doorway clearances required to accommodate the chassis.
Before you attempt to move the chassis to the installation site, we recommend that you check the proposed transport route and note any areas of concern. It might also be useful to create a diagram of the route you plan to take from the loading dock to the installation site.
Note | We recommend that at least two people move the chassis from the shipping dock to the installation site. |
Either a fork lift or pallet jack can be used to transport a crated chassis only.
Throughout this chapter we refer to the dolly (supplied by Cisco) as the required means to transport the uncrated chassis from the shipping dock to the chassis final location.
Note | In the event that the dolly supplied by Cisco is not the appropriate method of transportation, consult Cisco Technical Staff to determine a method of transportation appropriate for the site. Ensure that the alternate lifting device is capable of moving the chassis safely, supporting the weight of the chassis, and is capable of preventing the chassis from tipping. |
Caution | When using any type of device to transport the chassis, exercise extreme caution and follow proper safety practices. |
If you plan to use the dolly supplied by Cisco to move the chassis, consider the following:
For instructions on assembling and using the dolly supplied by Cisco, see the Cisco CRS Carrier Routing System 16-Slot Line Card Chassis Unpacking, Moving, and Securing Guide.
Before moving the chassis, it is critical that you verify that the path that you are planning to use to move the chassis to its final location can accommodate the chassis size and weight and the restrictions of the chassis when using the dolly (see the Planning for Future Expansion).
See the table below for a list of the restrictions for your move path, and verify that you have sufficient room for the entire move path before moving the chassis.
Specification |
Value |
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Height (on dolly, with recommended 1 inch raise) |
81 in. (205 cm) |
Depth (on dolly, 90-degree dolly position) |
70 in. (177 cm) |
Depth (on dolly, 180-degree dolly position) |
48 in. (121 cm) |
Width (on dolly, 90-degree dolly position) |
24 in. (60 cm) |
Width (on dolly, 180-degree dolly position) |
44 in. (112 cm) |
Turning radius (on dolly, 90-degree dolly position) |
37 in. (94 cm) |
Turning radius (on dolly, 180-degree dolly position) |
33 in. (83 cm) |
Weight of chassis (as shipped, configuration, packaging removed) |
1175 lb (533 kg) (Estimated) |
Maximum curb height (chassis on dolly) |
1.5 in. (3.8 cm) |
Note | Allow a minimum gap of between 4 to 6 in. (10 to 15 cm) on each side of the combined chassis and dolly when moving it. |
The figure below shows the recommended minimum space to turn the chassis on the dolly in its 90-degree and 180-degree configuration.
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Width (on dolly, 180-degree position) 44 in. (112 cm) |
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Width (on dolly, 90-degree position) 24 in. (60 cm) |
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Depth (on dolly, 180-degree position) 48 in. (122 cm) |
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Depth (on dolly, 90-degree position) 70 in. (178 cm) |
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Turn radius (on dolly, 180-degree position) 33 in. (83 cm) |
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Turn radius (on dolly, 90-degree position) 37 in. (94cm) |
Then table below provides the dolly width and the recommended aisle width turning radius for the 90-degree and 180-degree dolly configuration.
Dolly Configuration |
Width of Combined Chassis and Dolly |
Recommended Aisle Width Turning Radius |
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90-degree dolly position |
24 in. (60 cm) |
37 in. (94cm)1 |
180-degree dolly position |
44 in. (112 cm) |
33 in. (83 cm) |
The figure below is a top view of the minimum aisle space required to install the Cisco CRS 16-slot line card chassis without using the dolly supplied by Cisco.
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Chassis front |
4 |
Chassis rear |
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Chassis side |
5 |
Chassis side |
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Moving space requirement: 34.7 in. (95 cm) |
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