Cisco Systems 3700 Series manual Audience, Organization, Conventions, Chapter Title Description

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Preface

Audience

Audience

This guide is designed for the person installing, configuring, and maintaining the router, who should be familiar with electronic circuitry and wiring practices and has experience as an electronic or electromechanical technician. It identifies certain procedures that should be performed only by trained and qualified personnel.

Organization

Table 1 lists the major sections of this hardware installation guide.

Table 1

Document Organization

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter

 

Title

Description

 

 

 

 

Chapter 1

 

Overview of Cisco 3700 Series Routers

Describes the features and specifications of Cisco 3700 series

 

 

 

routers.

 

 

 

 

Chapter 2

 

Preparing to Install the Router

Describes safety recommendations, site requirements, and

 

 

 

required tools and equipment, and includes installation checklist.

 

 

 

 

Chapter 3

 

Installing the Router

Describes how to install the router, and shows how to connect to

 

 

 

the router console and auxiliary ports.

 

 

 

Appendix A

Troubleshooting

Describes how to isolate problems, read LEDs, and interpret error

 

 

 

and recovery messages.

 

 

 

Appendix B

Using the ROM Monitor

Describes the ROM monitor (bootstrap program), how to recover

 

 

 

an enable password, and how to recover software images.

 

 

 

Appendix C

Configuration Register

Describes the configuration register settings and procedures for

 

 

 

changing these settings.

 

 

 

 

Conventions

 

 

 

 

 

This guide uses the conventions listed in Table 2 to convey instructions and information.

Table 2

Document Conventions

 

 

 

 

Convention

 

Description

 

 

 

boldface font

Commands and keywords.

 

 

 

 

italic font

 

Variables for which you supply values.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[

]

 

 

 

Optional keywords or arguments appear in square brackets.

 

 

 

 

{x y z}

 

A choice of required keywords appears in braces separated by vertical bars. You must select one.

 

 

 

screen font

Examples of information displayed on the screen.

 

 

 

boldface screen

Examples of information you must enter.

font

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

<

>

 

 

 

Nonprinting characters, for example passwords, appear in angle brackets in contexts where italics are

 

 

 

 

 

not available.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[

]

 

 

 

Default responses to system prompts appear in square brackets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Cisco 3700 Series Routers Hardware Installation Guide Corporate HeadquartersBook Title N T E N T S Site Environment Entering ROM Monitor Mode B-1 Cisco 3700 Series Routers Hardware Installation Guide Preface ObjectivesAudience OrganizationConventions Chapter Title DescriptionSafety Warnings Bewaar Deze InstructiesWarnung Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Avvertenza Importanti Istruzioni Sulla SicurezzaAviso Instruções Importantes DE Segurança Guarde Estas InstruçõesGEM Disse Anvisninger Xiii Related Documentation Cisco Product Document Title Obtaining Documentation Documentation FeedbackCisco.com Ordering DocumentationCisco Technical Support Website Submitting a Service RequestObtaining Technical Assistance Definitions of Service Request Severity Obtaining Additional Publications and InformationXix OL-2180-08 Hardware Features Cisco1shows the rear panel of the Cisco 3725 router Modules, Interface Cards, and Memory 2shows the rear panel of the Cisco 3745 routerDescription Specification MemoryWAN and LAN Interface Numbering Interface NumberingCisco 3725 Interfaces Voice Interface Numbering Gigabit Ethernet 2/0Cisco 3745 Interfaces Network-module-slot/voice-module-slot/voice-interface Power Supply Option Cisco Power Supply OptionsInternal -48 V Telephony Power Modules Cisco 3725 Router with Optional -48 V Power Module Installed System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Preparing to Install the Router Safety RecommendationsSafety with Electricity Preventing Electrostatic Discharge DamageGeneral Site Requirements Power Supply ConsiderationsRouter Power Supply Input Power Input Voltage Equipment Racks Site ConfigurationSite Environment Installation Checklist Task Verified by DateCreating a Site Log Inspecting the RouterPage Auxiliary Port Connections Console and Auxiliary Port ConsiderationsConsole Port Connections Preparing to Connect to a Network Ethernet ConnectionsConfiguring Serial Connections Token Ring ConnectionsSerial Connections Serial DTE or DCE DevicesDevice Type Gender Typical Devices Signaling Standards SupportedDistance Limitations Isdn BRI Connections Asynchronous/Synchronous Serial Module Data RatesEIA/TIA-232 Distance EIA-530 Distance Rate bps Feet Meters56-K/Switched-56-kbps DSU/CSU Connections Low-Capacitance CableOL-2180-07 Installing the Router Setting Up the Chassis Setting the Chassis on a DesktopLeft Rack-Mounting the ChassisAttaching Brackets to the Cisco 3725 Router Cisco 3745 Router-Brackets for 19-Inch RackRight wide bracket Attaching Brackets to the Cisco 3745 Router RightMounting the Router in a Rack 63387Installing the Chassis Ground Connection 11 Mounting the Chassis in a Rack TypicalCisco 3725 Router Ground Connection Ground lugCisco 3745 Router Ground Connection Power Connections Installing the Router Power ConnectionsConnecting Routers to AC Power Connecting Routers to a DC-Input Power SupplyWiring the DC-Input Power Supply in Cisco 3725 Routers 15A, 120VAC 10A, 240VAC. StatementDC Power DC Input Source DC Input Wire Size Wire Terminal Lug Protection+ B 17 DC Wire Routing and Attachment for Cisco 127039 Wiring the DC-Input Power Supply in Cisco 3745 Routers DC Input Wire Installed Power Supply DC Input Size Wire SizeNegative polarity input 0V return Safety ground Ports and Cabling Connecting WAN, LAN, and Voice CablesConnecting Routers to the Cisco Redundant Power System Connection Procedures and Precautions Port or Connection Port type, color CableConnecting to a Console Terminal or Modem Connecting to the Console Port24 Connecting a Console Terminal to a Cisco 3725 Router Connecting to the Auxiliary Port Specifications on Cisco.comIdentifying a Rollover Cable 28 Identifying a Rollover CableFront Panel Indicators Powering Up the RouterChecklist for Power Up Power-Up Procedure Cisco 3745 LED IndicatorsYourname con0 is now available Press Return to get started Initial Configuration Using the Setup Command Facility Configuring the RouterInitial Configuration Using SDM Shown as examples only Configuration is displayed Initial Configuration Using the CLI Manual Configuration Press Return to bring up the Router prompt OL-2180-08 Troubleshooting Solving Problems Troubleshooting the Power and Cooling SystemsEnvironmental Reporting Features Troubleshooting Modules, Cables, and ConnectionsReading Front-Panel LEDs ACT LED SYS/RPS LED PWR LEDLED Indicator State Description SYS/RPSReading Rear Panel LEDs SYS PS1Power Error Messages ETMSystem Amber Error LED Type LED Color MessagePS1, PS2 Amber Error LED on PS1, PS2 Amber Recovering a Lost Password Using the ROM Monitor Entering ROM Monitor ModeROM Monitor Commands Enter ROM Monitor Mode by Using the reload CommandROM Monitor Syntax Conventions ROM Monitor Command DescriptionsBoot Commands in the ROM Monitor Cisco 3700 Series Routers Hardware Installation Guide Informational Commands in the ROM Monitor Configuration Register Other Useful ROM Monitor CommandsDebugging Commands in the ROM Monitor Modifying the Configuration Register in Menu Mode Modifying the Configuration Register by Hexadecimal EntryConsole Requirements Recovering Cisco IOS Software ImagesDescription and Options of the xmodem Command Procedure for the xmodem Command Messages similar to the following appearOL-2180-08 Configuration Register Settings Bit Number Hexadecimal MeaningChanging Configuration Register Settings Your router is now in the normal operating modeConfiguring the Boot Field Boot Field MeaningBit Address net host Enabling Booting from CompactFlash Memory Data Rate BitOL-2180-08 Symbols IN-2 IN-3 IN-4 IN-5 IN-6

3700 Series specifications

Cisco Systems 3700 Series routers are a pivotal part of Cisco's portfolio, designed for medium to large enterprises aiming to deliver secure and efficient networking capabilities. Introduced as a versatile solution, these routers provide a comprehensive blend of performance, scalability, and investment protection.

One of the standout features of the Cisco 3700 Series is its modular architecture, allowing organizations to customize their router according to specific needs. This modularity supports various modules for different functions, including voice, data, and video, making the 3700 Series an ideal choice for converged networking environments. Administrators can enhance functionality through an array of WAN and voice interface cards that adapt as the organization's needs evolve.

The 3700 Series is built on Cisco's IOS (Internetwork Operating System), ensuring robust and high-quality performance. It supports advanced routing protocols including EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP, facilitating efficient data transmission across diverse environments. This versatility helps organizations implement sophisticated multi-site connectivity and enables reliable performance in complex network scenarios.

Security is a paramount concern in modern networking, and the Cisco 3700 Series delivers with features such as integrated firewall services, VPN support, and intrusion detection capabilities. These security measures protect sensitive data and ensure secure communication between remote sites—critical in today’s cyber landscape.

Another key characteristic of the 3700 Series is its support for Quality of Service (QoS), which prioritizes time-sensitive traffic such as voice and video. By ensuring that critical applications receive the bandwidth they require, organizations can maintain the quality of service that their users expect.

Moreover, the Cisco 3700 Series is designed with redundancy in mind. Features like dual power supplies and hot-swappable fan trays enhance reliability and uptime, which are crucial for mission-critical applications.

Furthermore, energy efficiency is an increasingly important consideration in network design. The Cisco 3700 Series adheres to modern energy standards, helping reduce the overall carbon footprint while supporting high-performance capabilities.

In summary, the Cisco Systems 3700 Series routers stand out for their modularity, advanced routing capabilities, robust security features, and energy efficiency, making them an optimal choice for enterprises that not only need performance but also flexibility and reliability in their networking solutions. As businesses continue to evolve and adapt, the Cisco 3700 Series is a dependable partner in their connectivity journey, ensuring they can meet current demands while preparing for future challenges.
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