68 Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide
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Installing a Brocade MLX-16 router
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allowing it to be connected to both ground screws on the enclosure. Before crimping the ground
wire into the provided ground lug, ensure the bare copper wire has been cleaned and antioxidant
is applied to the bare wire.
To ensure adequate bonding when attaching the ground lug, a minimum of 20 PSI of torque is
required to be applied to the mounting hardware used to attach the ground lug.
FIGURE 50 Crimping the power supply wire in the lug
4. Connect the -48V cable to the negative terminal and the 0V cable to the positive terminal.
DC return must be isolated from the router ground (DC-I) when connecting to DC power
supplies.
5. Replace the transparent cover.
This equipment installation must meet NEC/CEC code requirements. Consult local authorities for
regulations.
Final steps
Complete these final steps in the order listed:
• “Attaching a management station”
• “Activating the power source”
• “Verifying proper operation”
Installing a Brocade MLX-16 router
This section describes how to install a Brocade MLX-16 router.
1 AWG power supply wire:
#8 AWG wire for 1200W power supply
#6 AWG wire for 1800W power supply