Installing the Chassis

This chapter provides the following instructions and information:

MGS rack-mount installation
MGS slide-mount installation
MGS and C chassis installation
External connections
Interface connectors

Caution Before installing the MGS in a rack or wiring closet, read the "General Site Requirements" section in Chapter 2 to familiarize yourself with the proper site and environmental conditions. Failure to read and follow these guidelines could lead to an unsuccessful installation and possible damage to the chassis power supply and components.

Note The C chassis is not rack or slide mountable. If installing a CGS or CPT chassis, proceed to the section "MGS and C Chassis Installation."

MGS Rack-Mount Installation

Following is the procedure for attaching the rack-mount kit and installing the MGS in a rack or wiring closet. If rack-mounting is not required, proceed to the section "MGS and C Chassis Installation." The following procedure requires a medium-sized flat-blade screwdriver, the medium-sized slotted screws and rack-mount flanges (provided), rack-mount screws (user-supplied), and a suitable screwdriver to install the rack-mount screws.

This procedure may require two people: one to hold the chassis and one to attach the rack-mount screws to the rack. The rack-mount kits will first be attached to the chassis, and then the MGS chassis will be attached to the rack.

Step 1 Place the chassis on a stable surface with the front panel (with LED) facing you.

Step 2 Attach one rack-mount flange to each side of the chassis with the screws provided.

Step 3 Using the user-supplied rack-mount screws, mount the chassis in the rack or wiring closet, observing the site requirements in the "Preventive Site Configuration" section in Chapter 2.

Caution Chassis can be rack mounted with tops and bottoms flush to each other; however, this is not recommended because overheating can result.

Step 4 Proceed to the section "Making External Connections" to attach external interface cables to the chassis rear panel.

MGS Slide-Mount Installation

To slide mount the MGS chassis, refer to the procedure described in the configuration note
(Installing the Slide-Mount Kit on the M Chassis--Document Number 78-1007-01) that accompanied the slide-mount kit. If slide mounting is not required, proceed to the section "MGS and C Chassis Installation."

This installation procedure requires two people: one to hold the MGS chassis and one to attach the chassis to the rack. The slide-mount hardware first will be attached to the chassis, and then the
MGS (with slide-mount hardware installed) will be attached to the rack.

After installing the slide-mount kit, proceed to the section "Making External Connections."

MGS and C Chassis Installation

The installation of the chassis is greatly simplified if no rack, slide, or wiring closet mounting is required. Following are guidelines for this general installation:

Choose a suitable location that does not block the chassis intake and exhaust vents.
The chassis can be stacked on other equipment providing this stacking meets or exceeds the ventilation and placement recommendations in the "Preventive Site Configuration" section in Chapter 2. When stacking any equipment, consider RFI and future maintenance requirements.

Caution Do not place the chassis next to another chassis (or other piece of equipment) if the intake or exhaust vents on the chassis are blocked because the exhaust of one chassis will be pulled in by the intake of another.

After you choose an adequate location, the installation is simply a matter of positioning the chassis and connecting the external network and console cables to the appropriate appliques and connectors located on the chassis rear panel.
After you correctly position the chassis, proceed to the section "Making External Connections" to attach external interface cables to the chassis rear panel.

Making External Connections

The following sections discuss the basic cable requirements for the MGS and C chassis installation. After ensuring that these requirements are met, refer to the section "Interface Connectors" for the cable descriptions that apply to your configuration.

Terminal Connections

Following are the two types of terminal connections available on the chassis rear panel.

Console Port

The console port is used to connect the chassis to the terminal you will be using. The external connection for this is located in the center of the rear panel of the chassis (with the chassis rear facing you) and is labeled Console. This data communications equipment (DCE) port uses a female DB-25 connector and requires a standard RS-232 cable with at least one DB-25 male connector for attachment to a DTE terminal device. Before connecting the console port, check your terminal's documentation to determine the baud rate of the terminal you will be using. The baud rate of your terminal must match the default baud rate (9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 or 2 stop bits) of your MGS or C chassis. If you have not verified the baud rate of your terminal, check its documentation. The pinout for the console port is given in Appendix A, "Cabling Specifications."

Auxiliary Port

The auxiliary port is an option on the chassis. If present, it is located adjacent to the console port. The port is labeled Auxiliary and provides an asynchronous data terminal equipment (DTE) connection for a local or remote terminal or modem. The communication requirements are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 2 stop bits. This port uses a male DB-25 connector and requires an RS-232 cable with at least one DB-25 female connector. The pinout for the auxiliary port is given in Appendix A, "Cabling Specifications." Attaching a DTE device to this port requires a null-modem cable.

External Cabling Guidelines

The following general guidelines for the MGS and C chassis will assist you in properly connecting the external network cables to your chassis:

Make certain you connect the correct interface types.

: The different interfaces used with the chassis have unique connectors, so it will be physically impossible to improperly connect them; however, exercise caution when connecting cables to avoid the possibility of connecting an external interface cable to the wrong interface. Refer to the following section "Interface Connectors" to verify your cable configurations.

Verify the interface numbering on the cables you connect.

: Each interface port should have a uniquely numbered label within each type of interface used (Ethernet, serial and so forth). For example, if four Ethernet ports are installed in the chassis, the four cables would be labeled Ethernet 0 through Ethernet 3, while six serial cables would be labeled Serial 0 through Serial 5. This numbering is important to maintain the correct order of interfaces based upon how the system assigns interface addresses (also called unit addresses).

Avoid crossing high-power cables with interface cables.

: Crossing high-power cables with interface cables can cause interference in some interface types. It will not always be possible to avoid this, but try to prevent it whenever possible.

Do not defeat cable strain-relief systems.

: Most interface types provide some type of strain relief to prevent the cables from being accidentally disconnected. Among these types of strain relief are slide fasteners on Ethernet AUI cables and screw-type fasteners on serial cables. To prevent potential problems caused by inadvertent cable disconnection, use any and all strain-relief devices provided.

Verify proper interface cabling before system startup.

: Before applying power to the system, prevent unnecessary problems or component damage by double-checking the cabling used.

Verify all cabling limitations before applying power to the system.

: When setting up your system, you must consider a number of factors related to the cabling required for your connections. For example, when using RS-232 connections, be aware of the distance electromagnetic interference limitations for signaling. These cabling considerations are described in Chapter 2, "Preparing for Installation."

Connect the power cord to the proper receptacle.

: The MGS and C chassis power supplies are autoranging and will adjust for either 110 VAC or 220 VAC operation. (A different power supply rated at 230 VAC is used in the United Kingdom.) All units include a 6-foot electrical power cord. A label near the power input indicates the correct voltage for your unit.

Warning A voltage mismatch can cause equipment damage and pose a fire hazard. If the voltage indicated on the chassis label is different from the power outlet voltage, do not connect the chassis to that receptacle. Contact a customer service representative for information on how to proceed.

After installing all of the rear-panel cables, you can begin the configuration of the router by using the optional getting started guide publication. If the chassis fails to operate in the manner specified, refer to Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting the Initial Hardware Configuration," to help isolate the problem, and then notify a customer service representative.

Interface Connectors

This section includes illustrations of the connectors used with the MGS and C chassis interfaces. Use these illustrations to correctly identify the network-interface connections you will make to the rear-panel appliques on the chassis.

The connectors illustrated include the following:

Ethernet (AUI) network and chassis connectors, Figure 3-1
HD V.35 chassis connector and male and female network connectors, Figure 3-2
RS-232 DCE and DTE connectors, Figure 3-3
RS-449 DCE and DTE connectors, Figure 3-4
Token Ring network (RJ-11) and chassis connectors for MGS and CGS only, Figure 3-5
Token Ring chassis and network (MAU) connectors for MGS and CGS only, Figure 3-6
X.21 DCE and DTE connectors, Figure 3-7

Figure 3-1: Ethernet AUI Network Connector and Chassis Connector

The HD V.35 cable is available in four models: DTE male to male, DTE male to female, DCE male to male, and DCE male to female. The chassis connector (shown at the top of Figure 3-2) is always a male HD-26 connector, while the network end can be a male or female Winchester-type 34-pin connector.

Figure 3-2: HD V.35 Chassis Connector and Male and Female Network Connectors

The RS-232 male (DCE) connector is used for the console port, while the female (DTE) connector of the RS-232 cable is used for the auxiliary port (if installed) on the chassis. (See Figure 3-3.)

Figure 3-3: RS-232 DCE and DTE Connectors

Warning To prevent damage to the RS-232 SDLC applique, do not connect the internal ribbon cable to the SDLC applique with the power to the chassis turned on. Typically, it will not be necessary to disconnect this ribbon cable; however, turn off power to the chassis before connecting the ribbon cable to the SDLC applique.