Nortel Networks BCM 4.0 To attach the rack-mount brackets, Physical installation, Minutes/unit

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18Chapter 3 Physical installation

To attach the rack-mount brackets

6 minutes/unit

1Place the BCM unit on a flat, clean surface.

2Align the screw holes between the BCM unit and one of the rack-mount brackets.

3Fasten the bracket to the BCM unit using four screws. Refer to Figure 4.

Caution: Use only the screws supplied with the rack-mount bracket. Other screws can damage the unit.

4Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other rack-mount bracket.

5If the BCM system has an expansion unit, attach the rack-mount brackets to the expansion unit in the same way as the main unit.

Figure 4 Attach the rack-mount bracket to the BCM400 main unit

The rack-mount brackets for the BCM200 main unit and expansion unit are installed in a similar manner.

To mount a BCM unit in an equipment rack

6 minutes/unit

1Determine the location in the rack where you want to install the BCM unit.

2Position the BCM unit in the rack. Have an assistant hold the BCM unit.

3Align the holes in the rack-mount bracket with the holes in the equipment rack rails.

4Fasten the rack-mount brackets to the rack using four screws (see Figure 5).

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Contents BCM 4.0 Installation Checklist and Quick Start Guide Copyright 2006 Nortel Networks, All Rights Reserved BCM 4.0 Installation Checklist and Quick Start Guide Software LicenseN0060602 Contents Contents Purpose PrecautionsAbout this guide AudienceGetting started Installation and configuration summaryInstallation and configuration checklist Sheet 1 Task Reference CommentsDefault IP addresses Default valuesInstallation and configuration checklist Sheet 2 Default user names and passwordsTools, data, and parameters System information Sheet 1Description Value Comments Main unit components checklist ChecklistsGeneral checklist Getting started System information Sheet 2Expansion unit and media bay modules components checklist BCM200 main unit ports and connectors Main unitsBCM expansion unit BCM400 only System overviewElement Manager Startup ProfileSystem overview N0060602 Installing a BCM unit in a rack Mounting a BCM main unit and expansion unitTo mount a BCM unit in an equipment rack Physical installationTo attach the rack-mount brackets Minutes/unitInstalling a BCM unit on a wall To install a BCM unit on a wallInstalling a BCM unit on a flat surface Attach the wall-mount bracket to the BCM400 main unitTo install a BCM unit on flat surface Connecting the expansion unit to the main unitInstalling the MBMs Chapter Physical installationUse and to set the DIP switches for the MBMs Possible trunk MBM DIP switch settingsOffsets 0 Bus # Possible station MBM DIP switch settingsDS30 Offset DS30 # OffsetsConnecting the MBM wiring To install MBMsMinutes/MBM To connect the DTM, CTM, BRIM, or 4x16 MBMs DTM RJ-48C wiring array ASM and DSM wiring chart Sheet 1 To connect the GatmTo connect the DSM16, DSM32, ASM8, GASM8, or 4x16 MBMs Physical installation ASM and DSM wiring chart Sheet 2 For ASM onlyFor DSM only Powering up the BCM system Wiring the FEMTo connect the fiber cables Connecting the data networking hardware To power up the BCM systemTo connect the BCM system to the WAN To connect the modem Unpacking, placing, and wiring telephone hardwareTo install telephones Minutes/telephoneTo install optional telephony equipment Connection and configuration procedures Connecting to the BCM systemConnecting through the serial port Connecting through the Ethernet crossover cableTo configure your computer Connection and configuration proceduresTo connect through the serial port To access the BCM web To download and install BCM Element ManagerDownloading from the BCM web To download the Startup Profile template Configuring the BCM system parametersGenerating a software keycode MinuteSystem IP addressModem Telephony startupSnmp Agent To configure the BCM system using BCM Element ManagerIP Phones Snmp communityConnection and configuration procedures Connection and configuration procedures Startup Profile times and LED sequence Configuring the MBMsTo configure the MBMs Startup Profile times and LED sequenceCustomizing other parameters Telephony ResourcesConnection and configuration procedures N0060602
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BCM 4.0 specifications

Nortel Networks BCM 4.0, or Business Communications Manager, is a robust telecommunications solution designed for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This system combines voice and data capabilities in one unified platform, providing businesses with a powerful tool to enhance their communication processes.

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