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Cisco NCS 5501 User Manual

Cisco NCS 5501
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Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco NCS 5500 Series Fixed-Port
Routers
First Published: 2017-09-15
Americas Headquarters
Cisco Systems, Inc.
170 West Tasman Drive
San Jose, CA 95134-1706
USA
http://www.cisco.com
Tel: 408 526-4000
800 553-NETS (6387)
Fax: 408 527-0883

Table of Contents

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Cisco NCS 5501 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product NameCisco NCS 5501
CategoryNetwork Router
Rack Units1 RU
Total Number of Ports54
DRAM16 GB
Flash Memory64 GB
Memory16 GB DRAM
Forwarding CapacityUp to 1.2 Tbps
Operating SystemCisco IOS XR
Switching CapacityUp to 1.2 Tbps
ThroughputUp to 1.2 Tbps
Power SupplyDual AC/DC
Storage64 GB
Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Humidity5% to 85% non-condensing

Summary

NCS 5500 Series Fixed-Port Router Overview

NCS 5500 Series Fixed-Port Routers

Overview of the Cisco NCS 5500 series fixed-port router models.

Prepare for Installation

Review Installation Roadmap

Outlines the workflow for installing the Cisco NCS 5500 Series fixed-port chassis.

Review Safety Guidelines

Details essential safety precautions for personnel and equipment during installation.

Review Installation Guidelines

Lists site preparation requirements and checks before chassis installation.

Procure Tools and Equipment

Lists the necessary tools and equipment for chassis installation.

Prepare Your Location

Illustrates grounding requirements for the building housing the chassis.

Prepare Yourself

Demonstrates personnel preparation with ESD straps before handling the chassis.

Prepare Rack for Chassis Installation

Provides instructions for preparing a four-post 19-inch rack for chassis installation.

Install the Chassis

Rack-Mount the Chassis on a 4-Post Rack

Details the procedure for mounting the NCS 5500 Series chassis into a four-post rack.

Rack-Mount the Chassis on a 2-Post Rack

Provides instructions for mounting the NCS 5500 Series chassis into a two-post rack.

Install the Air Filter

Explains how to install air filters on the NCS 5500 Series routers.

Ground the Chassis

Describes critical steps for properly grounding the chassis for safety.

Connect AC Power to the Chassis

Details the procedure for connecting AC power to the NCS 5500 Series chassis.

Wiring a DC Power Connector

Provides instructions on wiring a DC power connector for the chassis.

Connect DC Power to the Chassis

Details the procedure for connecting DC power to the NCS 5500 Series chassis.

Connect Router to the Network

Guidelines for Connecting Ports

Guidelines for connecting ports using QSFP+, QSFP28, SFP, SFP+, and RJ-45 connectors.

Connect to the Console Port

Explains connecting a data terminal to the console port for initial configuration.

Connect to the Management Ethernet Port

Details connecting to the management Ethernet port for out-of-band management.

Creating the Initial Router Configuration

Guides through assigning an IP address and configuring the router.

Installing and Removing Transceiver Modules

Instructions for installing and removing SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and QSFP28 transceiver modules.

Connecting Interface Ports

Describes connecting optical interface ports on line cards for network connectivity.

Maintaining Transceivers and Optical Cables

Guidelines for maintaining transceivers and optical cables for optimal performance.

Verify Chassis Installation

Show Inventory

Displays FRUs, product IDs, and serial numbers.

Show Environment Status

Displays all environment-related router information.

Show Environment Temperature

Displays temperature readings and alarm thresholds.

Hardware Module Management

Manages card power states (shutdown/startup).

Show Environment Power

Displays power usage information for the router.

Show Environment Voltage

Displays voltage readings for the router.

Show Environment Current

Displays the current environment status.

Show Environment Fan

Displays the status of fan trays.

Replace Modules, Fan Trays, and Power Supplies

Replace NCS 55A1-24H, NCS 55A1-36H-S, NCS 5501 and NCS 5501-SE Fan Modules

Procedure for replacing fan modules in specified NCS routers.

Replace NCS 5502 and NCS 5502 SE Fans

Instructions for replacing fan modules in NCS 5502 models.

Replace Power Supply

Guides on replacing AC and DC power supply units in NCS chassis.

System Specifications

Environmental and Physical Specifications

Environmental operating ranges and physical dimensions for NCS 5501 models.

Clearance Requirements

Specifies required front and rear clearances for airflow and module installation.

Weight, Quantity and Power Consumption

Details weight, quantity, and power consumption for NCS series.

Airflow Direction

Explains the importance of proper airflow direction for the NCS 5000 series router.

Transceivers, Connectors, and Cables

Information on supported transceivers, connectors, and cables.

LEDs

Chassis LEDs

Describes Attention, Status, and Alarm LEDs on the chassis front.

Fan Tray LED

Explains the Status LED for fan tray modules on NCS 5500 series.

Power Supply LEDs

Details the OK/FAIL (or Status) LEDs for power supply modules.

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