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2 Installing a Brocade
NOTE
This equipment is suitable for installation in a Network Telecommunication facility and where NEC requirements apply. Additionally, it may be installed in either a Common Bonding Network (CBN) or Isolated Bonding Network (IBN). It is not intended for Outside Plant (OSP) installations.
Unpacking a Brocade MLXe-16 router
The Brocade
•Router chassis with switch fabric modules installed in the slots marked SF, and slot blanks installed in all empty module slots.
•Four AC or four DC power supplies
•Insertion or extraction tool for use with RJ45 and
If any of these items are missing, contact the place of purchase.
Remove your Brocade
Lifting guidelines for Brocade MLXe-16 routers
DANGER
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Follow these guidelines for lifting and moving your Brocade
•Before lifting or moving the router, disconnect all external cables.
•Do not attempt to lift a fully configured router by yourself. Use two people to lift the router.
•It is recommended that you remove router components before installing the router in a rack.
Installing a Brocade MLXe-16 router in a rack
DANGER
Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the router is adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable or falling over.
DANGER
Mount the routers you install in a rack or cabinet as low as possible. Place the heaviest router at the bottom and progressively place lighter routers above.
You can install your router in a standard rack in either a front- or
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