Brocade MLXe Series Hardware Installation Guide 57
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Installing a Brocade MLXe-8 router
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Final steps
Complete these steps in the order listed:
• “Attaching a management station”
• “Activating the power source”
• “Verifying proper operation”
Installing a Brocade MLXe-8 router
This section describes how to install a Brocade MLXe-8 router.
Illustrations in this chapter may differ slightly from the actual equipment.
Preparing the installation site
Before installing the router, plan the location and orientation relative to other devices and
equipment. For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of six inches of space between the sides, front,
and the back of the router and walls or other obstructions. If a router is installed in a perforated
enclosure, the perforations must cover at least 60 percent of the surface.
This equipment is suitable for installation in a Network Telecommunication facility and where NEC
requirements apply. Additionally, it may be installed in either a Common Bonding Network (CBN) or
Isolated Bonding Network (IBN). It is not intended for Outside Plant (OSP) installations.
Ensure that the proper cabling is installed at the site.
For information on cabling, refer to “Installing power supplies in the Brocade MLXe-8 router” on
page 63, “Attaching a management station” on page 124, and “Connecting the router to a network
device” on page 147.
Unpacking a Brocade MLXe-8 router
The Brocade MLXe-8 router ships with the following items:
• Switch fabric modules installed in slots marked SF, and slot blanks installed in all empty
module slots.
• Two AC or two DC power supplies
• Insertion or extraction tool for use with RJ45 and fiber-optic connectors.
Save the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the router at a
later time.
Lifting guidelines for Brocade MLXe-8 routers
Follow these guidelines for lifting and moving Brocade MLXe-8 routers:
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