Prepare for installation

This chapter provides preinstallation information, such as recommendations and requirements that must be met before installing your platform. Before you begin, inspect all items for shipping damage. If anything appears to be damaged or if you encounter problems installing or configuring your platform, contact customer service.

Standard warning statements

This section describes the warning definition and then lists core safety warnings grouped by topic.


Warning

Statement 1071—Warning Definition

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Read the installation instructions before using, installing, or connecting the system to the power source. Use the statement number at the beginning of each warning statement to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings for this device.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

General safety warnings

Take note of these general safety warnings:


Note

Statement 407—Japanese Safety Instruction

You are strongly advised to read the safety instruction before using the product.

https://www.cisco.com/web/JP/techdoc/pldoc/pldoc.html

When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adapters.

〈製品使用における安全上の注意〉

www.cisco.com/web/JP/techdoc/index.html

接続ケーブル、電源コードセット、ACアダプタ、バッテリなどの部品は、必ず添付品または

指定品をご使用ください。添付品・指定品以外をご使用になると故障や動作不良、火災の

原因となります。また、電源コードセットは弊社が指定する製品以外の電気機器には使用

できないためご注意ください。

Warning

Statement 445—Connect the Chassis to Earth Ground

To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect the chassis of this equipment to permanent earth ground during normal use.


Note

Statement 1005—Circuit Breaker

This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. To reduce risk of electric shock or fire, ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 20A.


Warning

Statement 1008—Class 1 Laser Product

This product is a Class 1 laser product.


Warning

Statement 1017—Restricted Area

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. Only skilled, instructed, or qualified personnel can access a restricted access area.


Warning

Statement 1022—Disconnect Device

To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, a readily accessible disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.


Warning

Statement 1024—Ground Conductor

This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.


Warning

Statement 1028—More Than One Power Supply

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. To reduce risk of electric shock, remove all connections to de-energize the unit.


Warning

Statement 1028—More Than One Power Supply

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. To reduce risk of electric shock, remove all connections to de-energize the unit.


Warning

Statement 1029—Blank Faceplates and Cover Panels

Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other equipment, and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place.


Warning

Statement 1032—Lifting the Chassis

To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles on modules, such as power supplies, fans, or cards. These types of handles are not designed to support the weight of the unit.


Warning

Statement 1035—Proximity to Water

Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.


Warning

Statement 1038—Telephone Use During an Electrical Storm

Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning.


Warning

Statement 1039—Telephone Use by Gas Leak

To reduce the risk of ignition, do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.

Warning

Statement 1041—Disconnect Telephone Network Cables

Before opening the unit, disconnect the telephone network cables to avoid contact with telephone network voltages.


Warning

Statement 1055—Class 1/1M Laser

Invisible laser radiation is present. Do not expose to users of telescopic optics. This applies to Class 1/1M laser products.


Warning

Statement 1056—Unterminated Fiber Cable

Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the end of the unterminated fiber cable or connector. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments, for example, eye loupes, magnifiers, and microscopes, within a distance of 100 mm, may pose an eye hazard.


Warning

Statement 1073—No User-Serviceable Parts

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.

Warning

Statement 1074—Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes

To reduce risk of electric shock or fire, installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.


Warning

Statement 1086—Replace Cover on Power Terminals

Hazardous voltage or energy may be present on power terminals. To reduce the risk of electric shock, make sure the power terminal cover is in place when the power terminal is not being serviced. Be sure uninsulated conductors are not accessible when the cover is in place.


Warning

Statement 1089—Instructed and Skilled Person Definitions

An instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary precautions when working with equipment.

A skilled person or qualified personnel is someone who has training or experience in the equipment technology and understands potential hazards when working with equipment.

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.


Warning

Statement 1090—Installation by Skilled Person

Only a skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. See statement 1089 for the definition of a skilled person.

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.


Warning

Statement 1091—Installation by an Instructed Person

Only an instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. See statement 1089 for the definition of an instructed or skilled person.

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.


Warning

Statement 1100—Before Making Telecommunication Network Connection

High touch/leakage current—Permanently connected protective earth ground is essential before connecting to the telecommunication network.

Network Equipment-Building System (NEBS) statements

NEBS describes the environment of a typical United States Regional Bell Operating Company (RBOC) central office. NEBS is the most common set of safety, spatial, and environmental design standards applied to telecommunications equipment in the United States. It is not a legal or regulatory requirement, but rather an industry requirement.

The following NEBS statements apply to the :


Warning

Statement 7003—Shielded Cable Shielded Cable Requirements for Intrabuilding Lightning Surge

The intrabuilding port(s) of the equipment or subassembly must use shielded intrabuilding cabling/wiring that is grounded at both ends.

The following port(s) are considered intrabuilding ports on this equipment:

RJ-45 Copper Ethernet Ports

Note

Statement 7004—Special Accessories Required to Comply with GR-1089 Emission and Immunity Requirements

To comply with the emission and immunity requirements of GR-1089, shielded cables are required for the following ports:

RJ-45 Copper Ethernet Ports

Warning

Statement 7005—Intrabuilding Lightning Surge and AC Power Fault

The intrabuilding port(s) of the equipment or subassembly must not be metallically connected to interfaces that connect to the outside plant (OSP) or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use as intrabuilding interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of primary protectors is not sufficient protection to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.

This statement applies to the intrabuilding ports listed below:

RJ-45 Copper Ethernet Ports

Note

Statement 7013—Equipment Grounding Systems—Common Bonding Network (CBN)

This equipment is suitable for installations using the CBN.

Note

Statement 7016—Battery Return Conductor

Treat the battery return conductor of this equipment as Isolated DC return (DC-I).


Note

Statement 7018—System Recover Time

The equipment is designed to boot up in less than 30 minutes provided the neighboring devices are fully operational.


Note

Statement 8015—Installation Location Network Telecommunications Facilities

This equipment is suitable for installation in network telecommunications facilities.


Note

Statement 8016—Installation Location Where the National Electric Code (NEC) Applies

This equipment is suitable for installation in locations where the NEC applies.

Safety recommendations

Follow these guidelines to ensure general safety:

  • Never attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for you to lift by yourself.

  • Keep the chassis area clear and dust-free during and after installation.

  • If you remove the chassis cover, place it in a safe place.

  • Keep tools and chassis components away from walk areas.

  • Do not wear loose clothing that may get caught in the chassis. Fasten any tie or scarf and roll up sleeves.

  • Wear safety glasses when working under conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.

  • Do not perform any action that may create a hazard to people or makes equipment unsafe.

Safety with electricity


Warning

Statement 1028—More Than One Power Supply

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. To reduce risk of electric shock, remove all connections to de-energize the unit.

Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:

  • Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room in which you are working. If an electrical accident occurs, you can quickly turn off the power.

  • Disconnect all power before doing the following:

    • Installing or removing a chassis

    • Working near power supplies

  • Look carefully for possible hazards in your work area, such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension cables, frayed power cords, and missing safety grounds.

  • Do not work alone if hazardous conditions exist

  • Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit. Always check

  • Never open the enclosure of the internal power supply

  • If an electrical accident occurs to another person, proceed as follows:

    • Use caution; do not become a victim yourself

    • Turn off power to the device

    • If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of the victim and then call for help

    • Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate action

In addition, use the following guidelines when working with any equipment that is disconnected from a power source but has telephone wiring or other network cabling connections:

  • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

  • Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for it.

  • Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line is disconnected at the network interface.

  • Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

  • Remove power cables from all installed power supplies before opening the chassis.

Prevent electrostatic discharge damage

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It can occur if electronic printed circuit cards are improperly handled and can cause complete or intermittent failures. Always follow these ESD prevention procedures when removing and replacing modules:

  • Ensure that the router chassis is electrically connected to the ground.

  • Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good skin contact. Connect the clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to channel unwanted ESD voltages safely to ground. To guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and cord must operate effectively.

  • If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching a metal part of the chassis.


Caution

For the safety of your equipment, periodically check the resistance value of the anti-static strap. It should be between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohm).

General site requirements

This section describes the requirements your site must meet for the safe installation and operation of your router. Ensure that the site is properly prepared before beginning installation. If you are experiencing shutdowns or unusually high errors with your existing equipment, the guidelines provided in this section can also help you isolate the cause of failures and prevent future problems.

General precautions

Observe these general precautions when using and working with your Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers:

  • Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources, and do not block cooling vents.

  • Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet environment.

  • Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing that can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.

  • Position system cables and power supply cables carefully. Route system cables and the power supply cable and plug so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing else rests on your system component cables or power cable.

  • Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for electrical modifications at your site. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.

  • If you turn off your system, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it on again to avoid system component damage.

Site selection guidelines

Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers require specific environmental operating conditions. Temperature, humidity, altitude, and vibration can affect the performance and reliability of the router. The sections provide specific information to help you plan for the proper operating environment.

Site environmental requirements

Environmental monitoring in the router protects the system and components from damage caused by excessive voltage and temperature conditions. To ensure normal operation and avoid unnecessary maintenance, plan and prepare your site configuration before installation. After installation, ensure the site maintains the required environmental characteristics.

Table 1. Router environmental tolerances

Environmental Characteristic

Minimum

Maximum

Steady State Operating

0° C

For C8375-E-G2: 40° C at 10,000 feet

For C8355-G2: 40° C at sea level

Short Term

-5° C

55° C at 6,000 feet

(Applicable only for C8375-E-G2)

Storage

–40° C

+70° C

Humidity operating (noncondensing)

10%

90%

Humidity nonoperating (noncondensing)

5%

95%

Altitude operating: over allowable temperature range (0 to 40° C)

–500 feet

10,000 feet

Altitude, nonoperating: over allowable temperature range

–500 feet

60,000 feet

Thermal shock non-operating with12 mins

–40° C

+70° C

Note

To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate the C8355-G2 device in an area that exceed a local ambient of 40C. For altitude above sea-level, de-rate the ambient operating temperature by 1C per 1000-feet of elevation.

When mounting a Cisco 8300 Series Secure Router, the local ambient should be measured 2-inches from the I/O side of the product and, if possible, the local ambient should be measured 2-inches below the fully mounted product as well.

Physical characteristics

Be familiar with the physical characteristics of the Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers to assist you in placing the system in the proper location.

For more information on the physical characteristics, see the datasheet for the Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers.

Rack requirements

The Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers include brackets for use with a 19-inch rack or, if specified in your order, optional larger brackets for use with a 23-inch rack.

These information can help you plan your equipment rack configuration:

  • Allow clearance around the rack for maintenance.

  • Enclosed racks must have adequate ventilation. Ensure that the rack is not congested, because each device generates heat. An enclosed rack should have louvered sides and a fan to provide cooling air. Heat generated by equipment at the bottom of the rack can be drawn upward into the intake ports of the equipment above it.

  • If the chassis is installed on slides, check the position of the chassis when it is seated in the rack.


Note

When mounting C8355-G2 on a rack, ensure at least one rack unit (1RU) of vertical space between routers. This ensures more heat removal, which in turn helps the local air temperature to stay within the specified operating conditions.

Router environmental requirements

Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers can be placed on a desktop or installed in a rack. The location of your router and the layout of your equipment rack or wiring room are extremely important considerations for proper operation. Equipment placed too close together, inadequate ventilation, and inaccessible panels can cause malfunctions and shutdowns, and can make maintenance difficult. Plan for access to both front and rear panels of the router.

When planning your site layout and equipment locations, refer to the General Site Requirements section. If you are currently experiencing shutdowns or an unusually high number of errors with your existing equipment, these precautions and recommendations may help you to isolate the cause of failure and prevent future problems.

  • Ensure that the room where your router operates has adequate air circulation. Electrical equipment generates heat. Without adequate air circulation, ambient air temperature may not cool equipment to acceptable operating temperatures.

  • Always follow the ESD-prevention procedures to avoid damage to equipment. Damage from static discharge can cause immediate or intermittent equipment failure.

  • Ensure that the chassis cover and module rear panels are secure. All empty network module slots, interface card slots, and power supply bays must have filler panels installed. The chassis is designed to allow cooling air to flow within it, through specially designed cooling slots. A chassis with uncovered openings permits air leaks, which may interrupt and reduce the flow of air across internal components.

  • Baffles can help to isolate exhaust air from intake air. Baffles also help to draw cooling air through the chassis. The best placement of the baffles depends on the airflow patterns in the rack. You can find the best placement by experimenting with different configurations.

  • When equipment installed in a rack (particularly in an enclosed rack) fails, try operating the equipment individually. Power off other equipment in the rack (and in adjacent racks) to allow the router under test maximum cooling air and clean power.

Power guidelines and requirements

Check the power at your site to ensure that you are receiving clean power (free of spikes and noise). Install a power conditioner if necessary.

The AC power supply includes these features:

  • Autoselects either 110 V or 220 V operation.

  • All units include a 6-foot (1.8-meter) electrical power cord. (A label near the power inlet indicates the correct voltage, frequency [only AC-powered systems], and current draw for the unit.)

For additional information on the power requirements, see the Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers datasheet.

Network cabling specifications

The sections describe the cables required to install your Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers:

Console port considerations

This device includes an asynchronous serial console port. You access to the device locally using a console terminal connected to the console port. This section discusses important cabling information that you must consider before connecting the device to a console terminal.

Flow control paces the transmission of data between a sending and a receiving device. Flow control ensures that the receiving device can absorb the data sent to it before the sending device sends more data. When the buffers on the receiving device are full, a message is sent to the sending device to suspend transmission until the data in the buffers is processed. Console terminals send data at speeds slower than the speeds modems do; therefore, the console port is ideally suited for use with console terminals.


Note
Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers have both EIA/TIA-232 asynchronous (RJ-45) and USB 5-pin mini Type B, 2.0 compliant serial console ports. Shielded USB cables with properly terminated shields are recommended.

EIA/TIA-232

Depending on the cable and the adapter used, this port appears as a DTE or DCE device at the end of the cable. At a time, only one port can be used.

The default parameters for the console port are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity. The console port does not support hardware flow control.

USB serial console

The USB serial console port connects directly to the USB connector of a PC. The console port does not support hardware flow control.


Note
Always use shielded USB cables with a properly terminated shield.

The default parameters for the serial console port are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.

No special drivers are needed for Mac OS X or Linux. At a time, only one console port can be active. When a cable is plugged into the USB console port, the RJ-45 port becomes inactive. Conversely, when the USB cable is removed from the USB port, the RJ-45 port becomes active.

Baud rates for the USB console port are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200 bps.

USB console OS compatibility

  • Mac OS X version 10.5.4

  • Redhat / Fedora Core 10 with kernel 2.6.27.5-117

  • Ubuntu 8.10 with kernel 2.6.27-11

  • Debian 5.0 with kernel 2.6

  • Suse 11.1 with kernel 2.6.27.7-9


Note

The Micro-USB type B serial port can be used as an alternative to the RJ-45 console port. For Windows operating systems earlier than Windows 7, you must install a Windows USB device driver before using the USB console port.

Prepare for network connections

When setting up your device, consider distance limitations and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) as defined by the applicable local and international regulations.

Ethernet connections

The IEEE has established the Ethernet IEEE 802.3 Standards. The devices support the following Ethernet implementations:

  • 1000BASE-T—1000 Mb/s full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).

  • 100BASE-T—100 Mb/s full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).

  • 10BASE-T—10 Mb/s full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).

Required tools and equipment for installation and maintenance


Warning

Statement 1089—Instructed and Skilled Person Definitions

An instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary precautions when working with equipment.

A skilled person or qualified personnel is someone who has training or experience in the equipment technology and understands potential hazards when working with equipment.

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.


Warning

Statement 1090—Installation by Skilled Person

Only a skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. See statement 1089 for the definition of a skilled person.

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.


Warning

Statement 1091—Installation by an Instructed Person

Only an instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. See statement 1089 for the definition of an instructed or skilled person.

There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.

You need the following tools and equipment to install and upgrade the router and its components:

  • ESD-preventive cord and wrist strap

  • Number 2 Phillips screwdriver

  • Phillips screwdrivers: small, 3/16-in. (4 to 5 mm) and medium, 1/4-in. (6 to 7 mm)

    • To install or remove modules

    • To remove the cover, if you are upgrading memory or other components

  • Screws that fit your rack

  • Wire crimper

  • Wire for connecting the chassis to an earth ground:

    • AWG 6 (13 mm²) wire for NEBS-compliant chassis grounding

    • AWG 14 (2 mm²) or larger wire for NEC-compliant chassis grounding

    • AWG 18 (1 mm² ) or larger wire for EN/IEC 60950-compliant chassis grounding

  • For NEC-compliant grounding, an appropriate user-supplied ring terminal, with an inner diameter of 1/4 in. (5 to 7 mm)

In addition, depending on the type of modules you plan to use, you might need the following equipment to connect a port to an external network:

  • Cables for connection to the WAN and LAN ports (dependent on configuration)

  • Ethernet hub or PC with a network interface card for connection to an Ethernet (LAN) port.

  • Console terminal (an ASCII terminal or a PC running HyperTerminal or similar terminal emulation software) configured for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control, and no parity.

  • Modem for connection to the auxiliary port for remote administrative access (optional).

  • Data service unit (DSU) or channel service unit/data service unit (CSU/DSU) as appropriate for serial interfaces.

  • External CSU for any CT1/PRI modules without a built-in CSU.