Safety Recommendations

When preparing your site for network connections to the access server, you should consider the following:

Type of cabling required (fiber, thick or thin coaxial, shielded twisted-pair, or unshielded twisted-pair)

Distance limitations

Cables needed for interface connections

Any additional interface equipment needed, such as transceivers, hubs, switches, modems, channel service units (CSUs), or data service units (DSUs)

Cable pinouts (if you plan to build your cables)

Before installing the access server, have all additional external equipment and cables noted in the documentation that ships with each component on hand. For ordering information, contact a customer service representative.

Safety Recommendations

This section provides safety guidelines to help you avoid injury to yourself and avoid damage to the equipment. The following safety guidelines are recommended when working with any equipment that connects to electrical power or telephone wiring:

Locate the emergency power-Off switch for the room in which you are working before beginning any procedures requiring access to the chassis interior.

Disconnect all power and external cables before moving a chassis.

Never work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.

Never assume that power has been disconnected from a circuit; always check.

Never perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe.

Carefully examine your work area for possible hazards such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension cables, and missing safety grounds.

A 60A DC circuit breaker is recommended for the DC-input power source. This circuit breaker should protect against short-circuit and overcurrent faults in accordance with United States National Electrical Code NFPA 70 (United States), Canadian Electrical Code, part I, C22.1 (Canada), and IEC 364 (other countries).

Only a DC power source that complies with the safety extra-low voltage (SELV) requirements in UL1950, CSA 950, EN 60950, and IEC950 can be connected to the DC-input power supply.

A readily accessible disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.

This unit is to be installed in a restricted access area in accordance with articles 110-16, 110-17, and 110-18 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

Warning Before opening the chassis, disconnect the telephone-network cables to avoid contact with telephone-network voltages. To see translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, refer to the Cisco AS5800 Universal Access Server Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document that accompanied this device.

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AS5800 specifications

Cisco Systems has long been a leader in the networking and telecommunications field, and its AS5800 series of routers exemplify this tradition. The AS5800, along with the AS5850, AS5350, AS5400, and AS5300, provides robust solutions for service providers and enterprise-level networking applications. Each of these models has distinct features and characteristics that cater to the evolving demands of internet traffic and data processing.

The Cisco AS5800 is designed for high-capacity routing and optimized for broadband services. It supports a wide range of services, including voice, data, and video applications, making it a versatile option for service providers looking to deliver integrated solutions. It is equipped with advanced quality of service (QoS) features that ensure bandwidth is allocated effectively, holding strong even under heavy traffic conditions.

In comparison, the AS5850 offers superior processing capabilities and is typically utilized in larger-scale implementations. This model supports high-density interfaces, allowing numerous connections without compromising performance. Its architecture includes enhanced MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) support, enabling more efficient traffic management and better utilization of network resources.

The AS5350 is known for its scalability and energy efficiency, ideal for voice-over-IP (VoIP) and media gateway applications. It supports various telephony features, such as protocol interworking and transcoding, making it a preferred choice for organizations focusing on digital voice technologies. The AS5300, while slightly older, continues to be a valuable asset for less demanding networks, offering reliable performance with VoIP capabilities and basic data applications.

The AS5400 bridges the gap between high-performance routing and operational efficiency. It incorporates Cisco's proprietary technologies to ensure seamless connectivity and robust failover systems. This model is highly regarded for its security features, protecting network integrity and providing peace of mind for businesses relying on sensitive data transfer.

Overall, Cisco’s AS5800 series showcases a progressive evolution of routing capabilities with enhanced features tailored for resilience, scalability, and performance. These routers not only address the technical needs of modern networks but also strategically position organizations for future growth in an increasingly digital world. Each model, with its unique attributes, continues to support the varied demands of global communication infrastructures.