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Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco NCS 5700 Series Fixed-Port
Routers
First Published: 2021-06-23
Last Modified: 2021-08-19
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Table of Contents

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Cisco NCS 5700 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesNCS 5700
Product TypeRouter
Operating SystemCisco IOS XR
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
Product FamilyNCS
CategoryRouters
Form FactorChassis
Rack Height1U, 2U, 4U
Supported InterfacesEthernet, Optical
Port DensityVaries by model (high-density options available)
Routing ProtocolsBGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP
Power SupplyAC or DC
Power Supply OptionsRedundant power supplies
RedundancyPower supply redundancy, fan redundancy
CoolingFront-to-back and back-to-front airflow
ManagementCLI, SNMP
Management InterfacesEthernet
Environmental ConditionsOperating temperature: 0 to 40°C

Summary

NCS 5700 Router Overview

Cisco NCS 5700 Router Overview

Overview of the Cisco NCS 5700 series fixed-port routers for aggregation, distributed core, and peering.

Field Replaceable Units

Details on the Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) supported by the NCS 5700 series fixed-port routers.

Route Processor Card

Information about route processor cards managing routing operations on the NCS-57C3-MOD router.

Modular Port Adapters

Details on modular port adapters (MPAs) supported on NCS-57C3-MOD routers and their LEDs.

Network Interfaces

Hardware features of the NCS-57B1 and NCS-57C3-MOD routers regarding network interfaces.

Specification

Information on physical specification, temperature, and Route Processor for all variants.

Network Timing Interfaces

Details on 1PPS input/output and ToD input/output via RJ-45 interface.

GNSS

Information on the GNSS port and its functionality on the NCS 5700 series routers.

Console

Description of the RS232 console port for transmission, reception, and ground.

Online Insertion and Removal

Details on the router's support for Online Insertion and Removal (OIR) for modules.

Transceiver and Cable Specifications

Guidance on determining supported transceivers and cables via compatibility tools.

Prepare for Installation

Review Installation Roadmap

Workflow overview for installing Cisco NCS 5700 series chassis and components.

Review Safety Guidelines

Safety guidelines to prevent injury and equipment damage during installation procedures.

Cautions and Regulatory Compliance Statements for NEBS

NEBS GR-1089-CORE cautions and regulatory compliance statements for equipment.

Review Installation Guidelines

Guidelines to ensure proper site preparation for chassis installation and operation.

Clearance Requirements

Required front and rear clearance for chassis airflow, removal, and installation of modules.

Airflow Directions

Guidelines for ensuring proper airflow by positioning the router in cold and hot aisles.

Procure Tools and Equipment

List of necessary tools and equipment for installing the Cisco NCS 5700 chassis.

Accessory Kits for Fixed Port Routers

Information on accessory kit PIDs and items for fixed port routers.

Prepare Your Location

Illustrates how the building housing the chassis must be properly grounded to earth ground.

Prepare Yourself

Instructions on how to prepare yourself (ESD protection) before handling the chassis.

Prepare Rack for Chassis Installation

Steps for installing the Cisco NCS 5700 series chassis into a standard 19-inch, four-post rack.

Install the Chassis

Rack Types

Details on rack specifications and types compatible with the Cisco NCS 5700 series chassis.

Rack Mount the Chassis

Procedures for mounting the NCS-57B1 and NCS-57C3-MOD chassis on 2-post or 4-post racks.

Ground the Chassis

Step-by-step instructions for properly grounding the chassis for safety and compliance.

Connect AC Power to the Chassis

Procedures for connecting AC power to the NCS 5700 series router chassis.

Connect DC Power to the Chassis

Instructions for connecting DC power to the NCS 5700 series router chassis.

Power Supply Unit Input and Output Ranges

Summary of input and output power ranges for PSU low line and nominal applications.

Connect Router to the Network

Port Connection Guidelines

Guidelines for connecting chassis ports using QSFP+, QSFP28, SFP28, and RJ-45 connectors.

Connect to the Console Port

Procedure to create a local management connection via a console terminal.

Create the Initial Router Configuration

Steps to assign an IP address and configure the router management interface for network connectivity.

Connect to the Management Ethernet Port

Instructions for connecting the management Ethernet port for out-of-band management.

Install and Remove Transceiver Modules

Instructions for installing and removing SFP28, SFP+, QSFP-DD, and QSFP+/QSFP28 transceivers.

Connect Interface Ports

How to connect optical interface ports on line cards with other devices for network connectivity.

Connecting a Cable to the GNSS Antenna Interface

Steps to connect a shielded coaxial cable to the GNSS RF IN port and GNSS antenna.

Maintain Transceivers and Optical Cables

Maintenance guidelines for transceivers and fiber-optic cables to ensure signal accuracy.

Replace Chassis Components

Replace Fan Modules and Fan Trays

Procedures for removing and installing fan modules for NCS-57B1 and fan trays for NCS-57C3-MOD.

Replace Power Supply

Information on the two different types of power supplies for the router and their replacement.

Replace a Route Processor Card

Steps for replacing the active or standby route processor (RP) cards in the router.

Installing and Removing Modular Port Adapters

Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing modular port adapters (MPAs) on the router.

Verify Chassis Installation

Verify Device Installation

Using `show` commands to verify the installation and configuration of the router.

LEDs

Chassis LEDs

Location and description of STATUS, ALARM, SYNC, FAN, POWER, and GNSS LEDs on the chassis.

Route Processor Card LEDs

Description of STS, ACT, ATTN, and Management port LEDs on the route processor card.

Port Status LEDs

Description of bi-color LEDs for data path connectivity through optical modules.

Port Status LED Display

How the NCS-57C3-MOD front panel LED display shows the status of the ports.

MPA LEDs

Location and description of STATUS and ATTN LEDs on the Modular Port Adapter (MPA).

Management Port LEDs

Location and description of Port Activity and Port Link LEDs for the management port.

Fan Module and Fan Tray LED

Location of the LED on NCS-57B1 fan modules and NCS-57C3-MOD fan trays.

Power Supply LED

Location of the Status LED on the power supply modules for NCS 5700 routers.

System Specification

Weight and Power Consumption

Information on physical specifications and power consumption from data sheets.

Environmental Specifications

Information on environmental specifications from data sheets.

RJ-45 Connectors

Description of RJ-45 connectors and their compatibility with network cables.

Management Pinouts

Summary of Management Ethernet port pinouts.

Time-of-Day Port Pinouts

Summary of ToD/1-PPS port pinouts.

USB Flash or MEM Port Pinouts

Summary of USB flash or MEM port pinouts.

Console Port Pinouts

Summary of Console port pinouts.

Power Supply Power Cord Specifications

Information on supported power cables from data sheets.

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