Black Box manual Introduction, Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS, RAS chassis installation

2 • Hardware installation Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide

Introduction

This chapter contains the following procedures for installing the Model LRA2900A RAS:

•“Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS”—lists the contents of the RAS shipping container

•“RAS chassis installation”—describes installing the RAS on a flat surface or in a standard 19–inch rack.

•“Cable installation” on page 24—describes installing the power and network interface cables

•“Completing the hardware installation” on page 27—describes testing the RAS hardware to verify that it is ready for software configuration.

Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS

Inspect the shipping carton for external damage. Note any damage before removing the container contents. Report equipment damage to the shipping carrier immediately for claim purposes. Save all packing materials in case you need to return an item to the factory for servicing.

The RAS comes with the following items:

•The LRA2900A Series Remote Access Server (RAS)

•A DB-9-to-RJ-45 (EIA-561) cable, 10 foot (3 meters)

•Control port interface cable, 10 foot (3 meters), standard CAT-5 cable

•Two WAN connection cables, 10 foot (3 meters) each

•Rack mounting kit with rack ears and mounting hardware

•CD-ROM containing product literature and the following documentation:

Remote Access Server Administrator’s Reference Guide

Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide

Note Power cables are shipped separately from the Model LRA2900A RAS.

RAS chassis installation

Do the following:

1.If you have not done so already, remove the RAS from its shipping container.

Note The RAS should be placed as close as possible to the termination jack provided by the Telco. Avoid installing the RAS in a location where the power cords or network interface cables could be accidentally dis- connected. The location should be well ventilated. Do not block the RAS’s cooling vents.

2.If you are installing the RAS in a 19-inch rack, go to step 3. Otherwise, place the RAS at the desired loca- tion, then go to “Cable installation” on page 24.

3.Install the rack mounting ears onto the RAS using the mounting hardware provided.

4.Place the RAS at the desired position in the rack.

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