Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router Installation

This chapter contains the following topics:

Installation Methods

One set of forward rack-mount brackets come pre-installed on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. The accessory kit contains the rear rack-mount brackets, which are optional, and another set of forward rack-mount brackets.

You can mount the chassis in a19-inch wide (standard), 4-post equipment rack or two-post, using the rack-mount brackets in the accessory kit. The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router supports 6 SIPs and provides superslots (more height and power) for the Cisco ASR1000-RP2s and Cisco ASR1000-ESP cards.


Note
The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router usually ships fully loaded. However, you can remove components from the chassis to make the chassis lighter for your rack installation.

General Rack Installation Guidelines

When planning your rack installation, consider the following guidelines:

  • The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router overall height is 15.72 in. (399.3 mm) and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router overall height is 10.47 in. (265.9 mm). You can install three Cisco ASR 1009-X Routers and four Cisco ASR 1006-X Routers in a 42RU equipment rack; but must allow at least one to two inches (2.54 cm to 5.08 cm) of vertical clearance between the router and any equipment above or below it. Measure the proposed rack location before mounting the chassis in the rack.

  • Before using a particular rack, check for obstructions (such as a power strip) that could impair rack-mount installation. If a power strip does impair a rack-mount installation, remove the power strip before installing the chassis, and then replace it after the chassis is installed.

  • Allow sufficient clearance around the rack for maintenance. If the rack is mobile, you can push it back near a wall or cabinet for normal operation and pull it out for maintenance (installing or moving cards, connecting cables, or replacing or upgrading components). Otherwise, allow 19 inches (48.3 cm) of clearance to remove field-replaceable units.

  • Maintain a minimum clearance of 3 inches (7.62 cm) on the front, top, and sides of the chassis for the cooling air inlet and exhaust ports, respectively. Avoid placing the chassis in an overly congested rack or directly next to another equipment rack; otherwise, the heated exhaust air from other equipment can enter the inlet air vents and cause an overtemperature condition inside the router.


Caution
To prevent chassis overheating, never install a Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router in an enclosed room that is not properly ventilated or air conditioned.

  • Always install heavier equipment in the lower half of a rack to maintain a low center of gravity to prevent the rack from falling over.

  • Install and use the cable-management brackets included with the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router to keep cables organized and out of the way of the cards and processors. Ensure that cables from other equipment already installed in the rack do not impair access to the cards or require you to disconnect cables unnecessarily to perform equipment maintenance or upgrades.

  • Install rack stabilizers (if available) before you mount the chassis.

  • Provide an adequate chassis ground (earth) connection for your chassis.

In addition to the preceding guidelines, review the precautions for avoiding excessive temperature conditions in the "Electrical Safety" section.

Guidelines for Equipment Rack Installation

The chassis should already be in the area where you will install it. When installing the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router, consider the following items:

  • The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router requires at least 3 inches (7.62 cm) of clearance at the inlet and exhaust vents (the front and top/rear sides of the chassis).

  • The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router should be installed off the floor. Dust that accumulates on the floor is drawn into the interior of the router by the cooling fans. Excessive dust inside the router can cause overtemperature conditions and component failures.

  • Maintain a minimum clearance of 3 inches (7.62 cm) for the front and rear of the chassis for proper chassis cooling. Avoid placing the chassis in an overly congested rack or directly next to another equipment rack; otherwise, the heated exhaust air from other equipment can enter the inlet air vents and cause an overtemperature condition inside the router.

  • If rack space allows, it is recommended to leave one rack unit (1.75 inch or 4.45 cm) of vertical clearance between the chassis and any equipment directly above it or below.


Caution
Depending on your installation and co-located equipment power dissipation, it is recommended to have some air gap between chassis, if space allows, to reduce residual heating from one chassis to another.

  • Have the cable-management bracket (used in four places on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router: upper half, lower half, and left and right sides) available if you plan to install it on the front of the chassis.

  • An adequate chassis ground (earth) connection exists for your router chassis (see the "Attaching a Chassis Ground Connection" section).

  • Always follow proper lifting practices as outlined in the “Chassis-Lifting Guidelines” section, when handling the chassis.

Attaching the Rear Rack-Mount Brackets

This section explains how to attach the rear rack-mount brackets to the chassis. Before installing the chassis in the rack, you must install the rack-mount brackets on each side of the chassis. The forward rack-mount brackets are already installed on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router when it arrives at your site.

The parts and tools required for installing the rack-mount brackets and cable-management brackets are listed in the Tools and Equipment section.


Note
The cable-management brackets are installed on the chassis after you install the chassis rack-mount brackets and mount the chassis in the rack.

If you are rack-mounting the chassis using the rear rack-mount brackets, then this type of installation provides for the chassis being recessed in the rack.

To install the rear rack-mount brackets on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router, perform the following steps:

Procedure

Step 1

Locate the threaded holes on the rear side of the chassis. Make certain that you hold the rear t rack-mount bracket with the ear and holes facing outward and towards the rear of the chassis (see callout number 4 in the following figure).

Figure 1. Location of the Rear Rack-Mount Brackets on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router

1

Cable-management brackets

2

Forward rack-mount bracket ear and holes

3

Chassis handle

4

Rear rack-mount brackets

5

Chassis ground stud

Step 2

Position the rear rack-mount bracket top hole with the chassis second top hole from the back.

Step 3

Insert and tighten the screws on one side.

Step 4

After the bracket is secured to the side of the chassis, slide the two remaining components into the side rack-mount bracket.

Step 5

Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 on the other side of the chassis. Use all the screws to secure the rear rack-mount brackets to the chassis.

Rack-Mounting the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router

The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router comes installed with front forward rack-mount brackets. The rear rack-mount brackets are optional and are shipped in the accessory kit along with a set of front rack-mount brackets. The chassis rack-mounting flanges must be secured directly to the chassis before you lift it into the rack.

Verifying Rack Dimensions

Before you install the chassis, measure the space between the vertical mounting flanges (rails) on your equipment rack to verify that the rack conforms to the measurements shown in the following table.

Figure 2. Verifying Equipment Rack Dimensions

Procedure

Step 1

Mark and measure the distance between two holes on the left and right mounting rails.

The distance should measure 18.31 inches ± 0.06 inches (46.5 cm ± 0.15 cm).

Note

 
Measure for pairs of holes near the bottom, middle and top of the equipment rack to ensure that the rack posts are parallel.

Step 2

Measure the space between the inner edges of the left front and right front mounting flanges on the equipment rack.

The space must be at least 17.7 inches (45 cm) to accommodate the chassis which is 17.25 inches (43.8 cm) wide and fits between the mounting posts on the rack.

Installing the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router in a Rack

To mount the chassis in an equipment rack, you must secure the rack-mount brackets to two posts or mounting strips in the rack using the screws provided. Because the rack-mount brackets support the weight of the entire chassis, be sure to use all screws to fasten the two rack-mount brackets to the rack posts. You can install the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router in an equipment rack using the forward rack-mount brackets or rear rack-mount brackets.

You can perform one of the following procedures to install the chassis in a rack:

  • Two-post rack installation

  • Four-post rack installation

Installing the Chassis Using the Forward Rack-Mount Brackets


Caution
Before you mount the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router in a rack, make certain you read which rack-mount bracket ear holes to use when positioning the chassis in the rack. As a result of using the designated ear holes on the rack-mount bracket, the cable-management bracket installation will be made easier. For cable-management installation instructions, see the "Attaching the Cable-Management Bracket" section.

Determine where in the rack you want the chassis to be mounted. If you are mounting more than one chassis in the rack, then start from the bottom up or the center of the rack. The figure that follows shows the brackets attached to the chassis. Depending on the bracket holes you use, the chassis may protrude in the rack.


Note
The forward rack-mount brackets on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router arrive installed on the chassis and a spare set is included in the accessory kit. However, if you want to install a forward rack-mount bracket on the chassis, then see the instructions in this section.

The following figure shows the forward rack-mount brackets, callout number 2 and the rear rack-mount brackets, callout number 4, on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router.

Figure 3. Forward Rack-Mount Brackets on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router

1

Cable-management brackets

2

Forward rack-mount bracket ear and holes

3

Chassis handle

4

Rear rack-mount brackets

5

Chassis ground stud


Warning
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:-This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.-When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.-If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Statement 1006

We recommend that you allow at least 1 or 2 inches (2.54 or 5.08 cm) of vertical clearance between the router and any equipment directly above and below it.

To install the chassis in the rack using the forward rack-mount brackets, perform the following steps:

Procedure

Step 1

On the chassis, ensure that all screw fasteners on the installed components are securely tightened.

Step 2

Make sure that your path to the rack is unobstructed. If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized. See the next sections on the types of racks you can use to install the chassis.

Step 3

(Optional) Install a shelf in the rack to support the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. If you use a shelf, this will help support the chassis while you secure it to the rack.

Step 4

With two people, lift the chassis into position between the rack posts.

Step 5

Align the mounting bracket holes with the rack post holes and attach the chassis to the rack.

Note

 
If you are using a shelf then raise the chassis to the level of the shelf. Let the bottom of the chassis rest on the brackets, but continue to support the chassis.

Step 6

Position the chassis until the rack-mounting flanges are flush against the mounting rails on the rack.

Step 7

Hold the chassis in position against the mounting rails and follow these steps:

  1. Insert the bottom screw into the third hole up from the bottom of the rack-mount ear and use a hand-held screwdriver to tighten the screw to the rack rail

    Tip

     
    In the next step, insert the top screw diagonally from the bottom screw that you just attached.This helps with keeping the chassis in place.

  2. Insert the top screw into the third hole down from the top of the rack-mount ear and tighten the screw to the rack rail.

  3. Insert a screw in the middle of the rack-mount bracket on both sides of the chassis.

  4. Repeat these steps for the other side of the chassis.

    Note

     
    As a result of using the specified rack-mount bracket ear holes, the cable-management bracket can be easily attached to the rack-mount bracket after the chassis is installed in the rack.

Step 8

Tighten all screws on each side to secure the chassis to the equipment rack.

Installing the Chassis Using the Rear Rack-Mount Brackets

To install the chassis in the rack using the rear rack-mount brackets, perform the following steps:

Procedure

Step 1

On the chassis, ensure that all screw fasteners on the installed components are securely tightened.

Step 2

Make sure that your path to the rack is unobstructed. If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized. See the next sections on the types of racks you can use to install the chassis.

Step 3

(Optional) Install a shelf in the rack to support the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. If you use a shelf, this will help support the chassis while you secure it to the rack.

Step 4

With two people, lift the chassis into position between the rack posts.

Step 5

Align the mounting bracket holes with the rack post holes and attach the chassis to the rack.

Note

 
If you are using a shelf then raise the chassis to the level of the shelf. Let the bottom of the chassis rest on the brackets, but continue to support the chassis.

Step 6

Position the chassis until the rear rack-mounting flanges are flush against the mounting rails on the rack.

Step 7

Hold the chassis in position against the mounting rails and insert all screws that were shipped in the accessory kit.

Step 8

Tighten all screws on each side to secure the chassis to the equipment rack.

What to do next

You can install your Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router on a two-post rack or a four-post rack.

Two-Post Rack Installation

The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router can be installed on a two-post 19-inch equipment rack. The following figure shows the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router installed on a two-post rack.

Figure 4. Installing the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router on a Two-Post Rack

1

Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router front rack-mount bracket

2

Two-post equipment rack rail


Note
Inner clearance (the width between the inner sides of the two posts or rails) must be at least 19 inches (48.26cm). The height of the chassis is 10.45 inches (26.543 cm). Airflow through the chassis is from front to back.

Caution
If you are using a two-post rack, secure the rack to the floor surface to prevent tipping and avoid bodily injury and component damage.

To install the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router on a two-post equipment rack, with the forward rack-mount brackets, follow these steps:

Procedure

Step 1

Position the chassis so the front is closest to you and lift it carefully into the rack. To prevent injury, avoid any sudden twists or moves.

Step 2

Slide the chassis into the rack, pushing it back until the brackets meet the mounting strips or posts on both sides of the rack.

Step 3

Keeping the brackets flush against the posts or mounting strips, align the holes in the brackets with the holes on the rack or mounting strip.

Step 4

For each bracket, insert and tighten two screws to the rack on both sides.

Note

 
Use the third hole up from the bottom of the rack-mount bracket and the third hole down from the top of the rack-mount bracket. See the figure above for the position and location of the ear holes on the rack-mount bracket.

What to do next

This completes the procedure for installing the chassis on a two-post rack. Proceed to the Attaching the Ground Connection section to continue the installation.

Four-Post Rack Installation

The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router can be flush-mounted in a 19-inch equipment rack using the rack-mounting kit provided with your system. The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router can be mounted into the rack using two recommended methods:

  • Installing the chassis in an existing rack with equipment.

  • Installing an empty chassis in a rack with no equipment installed.


Note
Because the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router are very heavy, it is recommended that the Router be installed at the bottom of the rack if you are planning to install more than one Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router in the same rack.

The following figure shows the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router installed on a four-post rack.

Figure 5. Installing the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router on a Four-Post Rack

1

Cisco ASR 1009-X Router front rack-mount bracket

3

Cisco ASR 1009-X Router rear rack-mount bracket

2

Two-post equipment rack rail

4

Four-post equipment rack rear rail

When handling the chassis, always follow proper lifting practices. See the "“Chassis-Lifting Guidelines” section.


Note
Inner clearance (the width between the inner sides of the two posts or rails) must be at least 19 inches (48.26 cm). The height of the chassis is 22.75 inches (57.8 cm). Airflow through the chassis is from front to back.

Note
Make sure the rack is stabilized.

Procedure

Step 1

(Optional) Install a shelf in the rack to support the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router or Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. If you are using a shelf, then raise the chassis to the level of the shelf. Let the bottom of the chassis rest on the brackets, but continue to support the chassis. Using two people, lift the chassis into the rack using the side handles and grasping underneath the power supply bays.

Step 2

Position the chassis until the rack-mounting flanges are flush against the mounting rails on the rack.

Note

 
Use the third hole up from the bottom of the rack-mount bracket and the third hole down from the top of the rack-mount bracket. See the figure above for position and location of the ear holes on the rack-mount bracket.

Step 3

Hold the chassis in position against the mounting rails while the second person finger-tightens a screw to the rack rails on each side of the chassis.

Step 4

Finger-tighten 4 more screws to the rack rails on each side of the chassis.

Step 5

Tighten all screws on each side to secure the chassis to the equipment rack.

Step 6

Use a level to verify that the tops of the two brackets are level, or use a measuring tape to verify that both brackets are the same distance from the top of the rack rails.

What to do next

This completes the procedure for installing the chassis in the rack. Proceed to the Attaching the Cable-Management Bracket section to continue the installation.

Attaching the Cable-Management Bracket

The cable-management brackets mount to each rack-mount bracket on the chassis to provide cable-management to both sides of the chassis (parallel with card orientation). These brackets are screw mounted to the rack-mount brackets to allow easy installation and removal of cables.

The cable-management brackets for the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router are used in two places on the chassis. Each section contain four independent cable-management “U” type feature hooks with two screws each as shown in the figure that follows. For Cisco ASR 1000 SIPs, these brackets work in tandem with shared port adapter product feature cable-management device to allow installation and removal of adjacent cards without the need to remove cables.


Note
Make certain that the cable-management bracket “U” type feature is facing upwards when you attach it to the chassis.

Follow these steps to attach two cable-management brackets to each side of the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router in the rack:

Procedure

Step 1

Align the cable-management bracket to the rack-mount bracket on each side of the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. The cable-management bracket aligns to the two smaller threaded holes of the chassis rack-mount bracket.

Step 2

Using a Phillips screwdriver, insert the screws through cable-management bracket and into the chassis rack-mount and tighten the screws.

Note

 
Use the package of screws that came with your chassis containing eight screws.

The following figure shows the cable-management brackets attached to the chassis in a rack.

Figure 6. Cable-Management Brackets Installed on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router

1

Cable management bracket

3

Chassis rear rack mount bracket

2

Chassis front rack mount bracket

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Attaching the Chassis Ground Connection for Cisco ASR 1006-X Router and Cisco ASR 1009-X Router

Connecting the Cisco ASR 1006-X Router and Cisco ASR 1009-X Router chassis to ground is required for all DC powered installations and any AC powered installation where compliance with Telcordia grounding requirements is necessary.


Caution
The dual-lug chassis stud must be installed, the SIP and SPA must be fully inserted and screwed in and earthed to prevent a potential hazard in a telecom line.

Have the recommended tools and supplies available before you begin this procedure.


Warning
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024

Before you connect power or turn on power to your chassis, you must provide an adequate chassis ground (earth) connection for the chassis. A chassis ground connector is provided on each Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. There is a ground stud on the rear bottom of the chassis as shown in the figure below.

1

Chassis ground lug

3

Ground symbol

2

Grounding screws

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Recommended Tools and Supplies

The following tools, equipment, and supplies necessary to connect the system ground to the chassis:

  • Phillips screwdriver

  • Dual-lug chassis ground component

  • Grounding wire

Use the following procedure to attach the grounding lug to the chassis ground connector on your chassis:

Procedure

Step 1

Use the wire stripper to strip one end of the AWG #6 wire approximately 0.75 inches (19.05 mm).

Step 2

Insert the AWG #6 wire into the wire receptacle on the grounding lug.

Step 3

Use the crimping tool to carefully crimp the wire receptacle around the wire; this step is required to ensure a proper mechanical connection.

Step 4

Attach the grounding lug with the wire so that the grounding wire does not overlap the power supply.

Step 5

Locate the chassis ground connector on the bottom rear of the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router.

The following figure shows how to attach the ground lug on the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router.

Figure 7. Attaching the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router Ground Connection

1

Chassis ground lug

3

Ground symbol

2

Grounding screws

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Step 6

Insert the two screws through the holes in the grounding lug as shown in the figure above.

Step 7

Use the Number 2 Phillips screwdriver to carefully tighten the screws until the grounding lug is held firmly to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws.

Step 8

Connect the opposite end of the grounding wire to the appropriate grounding point at your site to ensure an adequate chassis ground.

What to do next

This completes the procedure for attaching a chassis ground connection. Go to the following cabling sections for information on attaching cables.

Connecting the Shared Port Adapter Cables

The instructions for connecting the cables for the shared port adapter installed in the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router are contained in the respective configuration documents for each port adapter. For example, if you are connecting the optical fiber cables for the PA-POS-OC3 port adapter, see PA-POS-OC3 Port Adapter Installation and Configuration at the following location:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/docs/interfaces_modules/port_adapters/install_upgrade/pos/pa-pos-oc3_install_config/paposoc3.html

Shared port adapter documents are also available on the Cisco Documentation DVD.

Connecting the Console and Auxiliary Port Cables

The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router has a DCE-mode console port for connecting a console terminal and an auxiliary port for additional connections to your chassis. The auxiliary port can also be used for diagnostics.

In a fully redundant chassis, each Cisco ASR1000-RP2 is separately connected to each FP and I/O card slot over separate point-to-point connections of the system interconnect over the midplane. The selection of the active RP2s is made separately from the selection of the active embedded services processor.


Note

For information about the Cisco ASR1000-RP3 module, see the Cisco ASR 1000 Route Processor 3 Installation and Configuration Guide.

The following figures show the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Route Processor faceplate.

Figure 8. Cisco ASR1000-RP2 Faceplate LEDs

1

Internal hard drive LED

4

USB 0, USB 1 connector

2

External USB Flash LED

5

ASR1000-RP2 LEDs

3

Internal USB bootflash LED

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Figure 9. Cisco ASR 1000 Series Route Processor Faceplate Connectors

1

CARRIER LED

4

MGMT Ethernet connector

2

BITS connector

5

CON connector

3

LINK LED

6

AUX connector

The Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router uses RJ-45 ports for both the auxiliary port and the console port. Both the console and the auxiliary ports are asynchronous serial ports; any devices connected to these ports must be capable of asynchronous transmission.

Procedure

Step 1

Before connecting a terminal to the console port, configure the terminal to match the chassis console port as follows: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bits (9600 8N1).

Step 2

After you establish normal router operation, you can disconnect the terminal.

Connecting the Ethernet Management Port

When using the Fast Ethernet Management port (see callout 4 in the following figure) in the default mode (speed-auto and duplex-auto), the port operates in auto-MDI/MDI-X mode. The port automatically provides the correct signal connectivity through the Auto-MDI/MDI-X feature. The port automatically senses a crossover or straight-through cable and adapts to it.

However, when the Fast Ethernet Management port is configured to a fixed speed (10 or 100 Mbps) through command-line interface (CLI) commands, the port is forced to MDI mode.

When in a fixed-speed configuration and MDI mode:

  • Use a crossover cable to connect to an MDI port
  • Use a straight-through cable to connect to an MDI-X port

Note

For information about the Cisco ASR1000-RP3 module, see the Cisco ASR 1000 Route Processor 3 Installation and Configuration Guide.

Figure 10. Cisco ASR 1000 Series Route Processor Faceplate Connectors

1

CARRIER LED

4

MGMT Ethernet connector

2

BITS connector

5

CON connector

3

LINK LED

6

AUX connector

Connecting Power to the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router


Warning
The covers are an integral part of the safety design of the product. Do not operate the unit without the covers installed. Statement 1077

Warning
When you install the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046

Warning
Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit. Statement 1003

Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030

Connecting AC Input Power to Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router

Follow these steps to connect an AC-input power supply to the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router:

Procedure

Step 1

Plug the power cable into the inlet.

Note

 
For additional AC power cable strain relief, secure the cable to the power supply handle by inserting a nylon cable tie through the hole in the handle and around the cable.

Step 2

Plug the AC power supply cable into the AC power source.

Connecting DC Input Power to Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router

This section describes how to connect the DC power supply into the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. Before you begin to install the DC power supply into the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router, read these important notices:

  • The color coding of the DC input power supply leads depends on the color coding of the DC power source at your site. Typically, green or green/yellow is used for ground (GND), black is used for–48 V on negative (–) terminal and red is used for RTN on the positive (+) terminal. Make certain the lead color coding you choose for the DC input power supply matches lead color coding used at the DC power source.

  • For DC input power cables, the wire gauge is based on the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes for 26 amp service at nominal DC input voltage (–40/–72 VDC). One pair of cable leads, source DC (–) and source DC return (+), are required for each power distribution unit (PDU). These cables are available from any commercial cable vendor. All DC input power cables for the chassis should be 10 gauge wire and cable lengths should match within 10 percent of deviation.

Each DC input power cable is terminated at the PDU by a cable lug. For more details, see the following figure.


Note
DC input power cables must be connected to the PDU terminal studs in the proper positive (+) and negative (–) polarity. In some cases, the DC cable leads are labeled, which is a relatively safe indication of the polarity. However, you must verify the polarity by measuring the voltage between the DC cable leads. When making the measurement, the positive (+) lead and the negative (–) lead must always match the (+) and (–) labels on the power distribution unit.
Figure 11. DC Input Power Cable Lugs

Note
To avoid hazardous conditions, all components in the area where DC input power is accessible must be properly insulated. Therefore, before installing the DC cable lugs, be sure to insulate the lugs according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning
When you install the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046

To connect the DC power supply, follow these steps:

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the plastic cover from the terminal block.

Caution

 
Before you continue to install the terminal block ground wires, stop and perform Step 2. To prevent any contact with metal lead on the ground wire and the plastic cover.

Step 2

You must wrap the positive and negative lead cables with sleeving. Insulate the lug with shrink sleeving for each lead wire if using non-insulated crimp terminals. Sleeving is not required for insulated terminals.

Figure 12. DC Power Supply Terminal Block Ground Cable Lugs

Step 3

For easier cable-management, insert the negative lead cable first. Replace the ground lug with cable in the following order:

  1. Wire terminal

  2. Screw with captive washer

Step 4

Tighten the M3 Screw with captive washer to recommended torque of 5 in-lbs for the positive stud and wire.

Note

 
Secure the wires coming in from the terminal block so that they cannot be disturbed by casual contact.

Step 5

Replace the terminal block plastic cover. The plastic cover is slotted and keyed to fit correctly over the terminal block.

Step 6

Switch the circuit breaker switch to the On (|) position.

Connecting a Terminal to the Cisco ASR 1000 Series RP Console Port

The Cisco ASR 1009-X and Cisco ASR 1006-X route processor has an asynchronous serial (EIA/TIA-232) RJ-45 console port labeled CON on its front panel as shown in the figure below, callout 5. You can connect this port to most types of video terminals through use of the console cable kit that is included with your Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router. The console cable kit contains:

  • One RJ-45 to RJ-45 crossover cable

  • One RJ-45 to DB-25 (female) adapter

  • One RJ-45 to DB-9 (female) adapter

A crossover cable reverses pin connections from one end to the other. In other words, it connects pin 1 (at one end) to pin 8 (at the other end), pin 2 to pin 7, pin 3 to pin 6, and so on. You can identify a crossover cable by comparing the two modular ends of the cable. Hold the cable ends in your hand, side-by-side, with the tabs at the back. Ensure that the wire connected to the outside (left) pin of the left plug (pin 1) is the same color as the wire connected to the outside (right) pin of the right plug (pin 8).

Use the following procedure to connect a video terminal to the console port on a route processor.


Note
Each Cisco ASR 1000 Series Route Processor must have a console port connection (typically to a terminal server) if you are running a redundant configuration in the chassis.

Users using the console port to access the router are automatically directed to the IOS command-line interface, by default.

If a user is trying to access the router through the console port and sends a break signal (a break signal can be sent by entering Ctrl-C or Ctrl-Shift-6, or by entering the send break command at the Telnet prompt) before connecting to the IOS command-line interface, the user is directed into diagnostic mode by default if the non-RPIOS sub-packages can be accessed.

These settings can be changed by configuring a transport map for the console port and applying that transport map to the console interface.

The following figure shows the Cisco ASR 1000 Series route processor console port connectors.


Note

For information about the Cisco ASR1000-RP3 module, see the Cisco ASR 1000 Route Processor 3 Installation and Configuration Guide.

Figure 13. Cisco ASR 1000 Series Route Processor Console Port Connectors

1

CARRIER LED

4

MGMT Ethernet connector

2

BITS connector

5

CON connector

3

LINK LED

6

AUX connector

Procedure

Step 1

Connect one end of the RJ-45 cables to the serial RJ-45 port (CON) on the Cisco ASR1000-RP2 route processor.

Step 2

Run the cable up and through the cable-management bracket and connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to the RJ-45 adapter,

Step 3

Connect the adapter to your video terminal to complete the cable connection.

Step 4

Power on your video terminal.

Step 5

Configure your video terminal to match the following default console port settings: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, No parity generation or checking, 1 stop bit, and No flow control.

Step 6

Go to the Connecting the System Cables section to continue the installation.

Connecting the System Cables

Keep the following guidelines in mind when connecting external cables to the Cisco ASR 1009-X Router and Cisco ASR 1006-X Router:

  • To reduce the chance of interference, avoid crossing high-power lines with any interface cables.
  • Verify all cabling limitations (particularly distance) before powering on the system.